The Escapist
Writing
The Escapist is looking for new and experienced writers to help build the site’s news coverage of YouTube/YouTubers and streaming/streamers. This is a fully remote contract position.
The Escapist is a website dedicated to the mature discussion of media, so we’re looking for awesome people who love media and want to write about it. Right now, we’re aiming to flesh out our news coverage of what’s going on on such platforms as YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and other such places.
Only complete applications with two writing samples will be considered. This is not a video-based or creative writing position, so please do not submit those as writing samples.
Requirements:
Excellent English language writing skills.
Eagerness to learn and incorporate feedback.
Must be a self-starter who can complete pieces in a timely manner and pitch trending ideas.
A strong knowledge of streaming and streaming culture.
Preferred:
If you’ve got any of the following, please note that in your cover letter:
Familiarity with Google Trends.
Experience writing SEO.
Fluency in social media platforms such as TikTok, X, Facebook, etc.
Bonus Points:
If you’ve got any of the following, please note that in your cover letter:
Availability on weekends.
To Be Considered:
You must submit the following, or else your application will be rejected:
A resume.
A cover letter.
Two clips that demonstrate your ability to write on the aforementioned subjects..Unpublished or self-published writing is OK!
Pay range: $15 to $75 USD per article, depending on length & type. Rates may differ for international candidates based on location.
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