Future is hiring a
Senior Writer

Summary

The job is for a Senior Staff Writer at Gamesradar.com who will create daily content, sub-edit, develop industry contacts, and attend trade shows. The candidate should have a passion for console video games, 3+ years of experience in the sector, understanding of SEO, and experience with content management systems.

Requirements

• A passion for console video games (and other related technologies such as VR or PC gaming)
• 3+ years of experience writing high quality engaging, relevant content for the sector
• Understanding of SEO, and methods of identifying and ranking for, targeted terms
• A global outlook, and understanding of the international video games market
• Numerate and analytical
• Experience in content management systems
• Able to interpret and use audience behavioral data
• Willingness to get involved in video production where relevant (presenting or helping the video team while on shoots)

Responsibilities

• Create daily content for GamesRadar as directed by the Senior Editorial team
• Sub-edit the work of others, and work with the GamesRadar team to create new ideas and instill best-practice procedures
• Develop industry contacts that'll yield exclusive stories in the future
• Use data insight and tools to determine the hottest topics to write about using tools like Google Analytics
• Attend industry trade shows and press events on our behalf
• Constantly try to improve our workflows to deliver content as fast as possible against our rivals
• Work with other digital and print teams to maximize content opportunities
• Help deliver global audience and brand growth following expectations working with the EiC, and wider team

Benefits

• 401k match
• Health Insurance
• Unlimited holiday
• Profit pool bonus scheme - if Future hits their performance targets all colleagues may receive a bonus