Entertainment Content Writer for Anime, Science Fiction, Fantasy – Freelance

Destructoid is a place for passionate gamers to find engaging articles & information about their favorite franchises written by other passionate gamers. Currently, we’re looking for freelance writers to join our fully remote and international newsroom.

Working with Destructoid means writing high-quality stories for Entertainment, with particular expertise in Sci-Fi/Fantasy franchises across movies, television, books, and anime. Competitive applicants will have in-depth knowledge about any of the movies or television shows listed below and are consistently up-to-date on the latest streaming releases. They will track current news and topics within the community to contribute in-depth guides, listicles, rankings, and breaking news. We encourage writers to use their own voice when writing.

While applying to this position, please provide us with a resume, 1-3 relevant writing samples (an application without a writing sample will not be considered), and a brief cover letter. What franchises are you most knowledgeable about? Let us know what you can cover!

Topics we’re interested in covering, but not limited to:

Movies (Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, MCU, DC, etc.)
TV (Doctor Who, Star Trek, Stranger Things, Fallout, Halo)
Anime (Jujutsu Kaisen, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, One Piece)
Books (Cosmere, Dune, Wheel of Time, Game of Thrones)
Requirements:

Follow trending topics and stay up-to-date on all things Entertainment
Must be a self starter who can confidently pitch trending ideas
Meet deadlines for publishing stories
Good communication habits
Preferred:

At least 1-2 years of prior game writing experience (with Trello and WordPress training)
Deep knowledge of Entertainment franchises and their related communities
Excitement, dedication, and an ability to pivot when needed
Rates: $16 to $90 per piece, depending on content type and length. Salary range may differ for international candidates, based on location.