GameRant - Freelance Gaming Writer

Valnet Inc.

7d•Remote

About The Position

GameRant is a leading destination for gaming news, reviews, and culture on the web. With millions of readers worldwide, we cover everything from breaking industry news to deep-dive features and community-driven lists. We are looking for a talented and self-motivated freelance Contributor to join our growing team of gaming writers. In this role, you will produce engaging, well-researched content spanning news articles, long-form features, and list-based pieces. You'll have the opportunity to cover a wide range of topics across the gaming landscape, from major AAA releases and indie gems to industry trends. This is a flexible, remote-friendly opportunity ideal for writers who live and breathe gaming.

Requirements

Genuine passion for video games and the gaming industry
Experience writing for a digital publication, blog, or similar platform
Ability to write clearly, accurately, and engagingly for a broad audience
Strong research skills and attention to detail
Comfort working independently and meeting deadlines consistently
Understanding of SEO best practices and how they apply to online content
Adaptability to write across multiple formats, including news, features, and lists
Performance-driven mindset — you take ownership of your work and are motivated by results, not just output
Openness to a compensation structure that includes revenue share, rewarding strong performance directly
Proficiency in writing clean, publish-ready copy with minimal editorial intervention
Familiarity with content management systems (CMS)
Knowledge of current gaming trends, major franchises, and the broader industry landscape
Ability to pitch original, compelling story ideas
Strong grammar and proofreading skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with SEO writing and keyword integration is a plus
Social media awareness and an understanding of gaming communities is a bonus

Responsibilities

Produce engaging, well-researched content spanning news articles, long-form features, and list-based pieces.
Cover a wide range of topics across the gaming landscape, from major AAA releases and indie gems to industry trends.
Write clearly, accurately, and engagingly for a broad audience.
Meet deadlines consistently.
Adapt to write across multiple formats, including news, features, and lists.
Pitch original, compelling story ideas.