Trading Card Games (TCG) Writer

Collider•,

3d•Remote

About The Position

Collider is seeking knowledgeable and passionate Trading Card Game writers to create original, high-quality features about collectible and competitive card games, particularly Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and other popular franchises. Writers contribute engaging, well-researched content for Collider’s audience, covering gameplay, industry developments, and the wider TCG community. This is a paid, freelance, remote role with a flexible schedule. Contributors work independently, follow Collider’s editorial guidelines and standards, and are expected to deliver accurate work on deadline. Applicants may be asked to complete a writing evaluation. Valnet’s editorial standards prohibit the use of artificial intelligence.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience producing gaming, entertainment, or related editorial content.
Extensive knowledge of and genuine passion for trading card games, particularly Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon TCG.
Strong familiarity with Magic: The Gathering formats and topics, including Commander/EDH, Standard, Modern, Pioneer, Limited, deckbuilding, set releases, card interactions, and competitive play.
Familiarity with Pokémon TCG competitive deckbuilding, card rotations, expansions, tournament formats, and evolving strategies.
Familiarity with Yu-Gi-Oh! archetypes, deck strategies, banlists, competitive formats, and new card releases.
Familiarity with other TCGs, including Disney Lorcana, One Piece Card Game, Flesh and Blood, Star Wars: Unlimited, Digimon Card Game, and emerging collectible card games.
Ability to analyze game mechanics, card synergies, competitive strategies, and shifting metas while making complex topics accessible to a broad readership.
Familiarity with the wider TCG ecosystem, including major tournaments, online communities, content creators, and industry developments.
Strong understanding of compelling TCG editorial content, including evergreen features, strategic analysis, card rankings, and timely coverage.
Excellent research, writing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills.
Experience with SEO best practices and writing engaging, search-friendly headlines.

Nice To Haves

Educational background in journalism, communications, or a related field.
Experience working with a custom Content Management System (CMS).

Responsibilities

Research and write original features about trading card games, including Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and other major franchises.
Select topics from an editorial pool and independently pitch relevant ideas to the Editorial team.
Create content about card strategies, deckbuilding, game mechanics, expansions, individual cards, and competitive metas.
Cover TCG industry developments, including new sets, product releases, emerging trends, and changes to established games.
Make content accessible and engaging for both experienced players and newcomers.
Stay informed about competitive tournaments, community discussions, and emerging games.
Contribute consistently to the site.
Follow Collider’s Editorial Guidelines and produce original, accurate, high-quality content.
Work independently under tight deadlines and submit assignments on time.