Freelance Writer: Sports Video Games

Operation Sports is a leading news and content provider focused on the sports video games industry. Founded and operated by experienced sports video games industry veterans, the site has long been considered the premier destination for the hardcore sports game. The Operation Sports team is now looking to add more passionate sports gaming writers to the team to provide comprehensive guides, news, and feature coverage on some of the most popular franchises in the genre. This is a fully remote position.

Working with Operation Sports is a great opportunity to cover your favorite sports games, from the EA FC and NBA 2K franchises through to racing games and College Football. Applicants should be motivated self-starters with an attention to detail.

We're looking for candidates who understand the Operation Sports brand and have expert knowledge of any of the franchises listed below (if you're an expert on another sports game, please specify). A writing sample on one of these franchises is required to be considered for the role.

• EA Sports FC
• NBA 2K
• Undisputed
• Madden/ College Football
• MLB
• Forza Motorsport
• Gran Turismo
• F1
• Football Manager

Responsibilities:

• Help cover the latest new releases in the sports and racing genres with detailed guides and news covering gameplay mechanics, features, and frequently asked questions
• Regularly update evergreen content
• Submit clean copy with minimal edits
• Meet deadlines for publishing stories
• React to trending topics quickly
• Pitch your own ideas based on your expert knowledge of the subject matter and understanding of the community.

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and excellent writing skills
• Knowledge of SEO practices, WordPress, Trello, and Google Trends
• Expert knowledge of one of the franchises listed above

To Be Considered:

Please provide a resume, 1-3 relevant writing samples or a portfolio link (an application without a writing sample will not be considered), and a cover letter that explains your expertise in video games, telling us which games/topics you're most knowledgeable about.

Rates: $16-250 per article depending on length and content type.

About:

Operation Sports is a part of GAMURS Group, home to prestige gaming & entertainment outlets like Dot Esports, Destructoid, We Got This Covered, Prima Games, Siliconera, and many more. GAMURS Group owns and operates a network of publications and social media communities. Our content focuses on both in-depth guides without wasting the reader's time. We pride ourselves on the trustworthy and reliable information we publish and the communities that it helps to thrive.