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mxdwn Entertainment

Game News Writer

Los Angeles, CA

Have a passion for journalism, writing, and video games. * Have a competent understanding of the English language including: grammar, flow, structure, and spelling. * Have adequate time to properly ...

Welocalize, Inc.

The ideal candidate possesses a background in journalism or similar, has proven creative writing ... and game subscriptions services. * Perform regular linguistic review of their own work as well ...

Welocalize, Inc.

The ideal candidate possesses a background in journalism or similar, has proven creative writing ... and game subscriptions services. * Perform regular linguistic review of their own work as well ...

Epic Games

Communications Director

Cary, NC · On-site

Establish and maintain relationships with journalists, analysts, and influential voices globally across gaming, technology, and business sectors What we're looking for * 10+ years of of experience in ...

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As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for games journalist in the United States is $60,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Games Journalist vs Game Reviewer?

AspectGames JournalistGame Reviewer
CredentialsJournalism degree or related experienceGaming knowledge, often informal
Work EnvironmentMedia outlets, magazines, online platformsPersonal or professional blogs, YouTube channels
Industry UsageReporting news, interviews, featuresEvaluating and rating games
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding industry news vs game quality

Games journalists focus on reporting industry news, conducting interviews, and creating feature articles, often working for media outlets. Game reviewers primarily evaluate and rate individual games, sharing opinions through reviews. While both roles require gaming knowledge, journalists emphasize reporting and storytelling, whereas reviewers concentrate on game analysis and critique.

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Infographic showing various Games Journalist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% Full Time, and 87% Part Time. Highlights an 66% Physical, and 34% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,979 per year, or $29.3 per hour.
Sports MMJ/Anchor, Harlingen, TX

Sports MMJ/Anchor, Harlingen, TX

Tribune Media

Brownsville, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

KVEO is seeking a passionate Multimedia Journalist who loves sports and storytelling. If you thrive on capturing the excitement of the game and sharing compelling stories across platforms, this is your opportunity! One day you might be covering high school football, or a Division I program, and the next, the NBA G-League RGV Vipers. Your work will shine on broadcast, digital, and CTV.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Reports sports stories for broadcast
  • Write engaging sports content for digital platforms.
  • Produces content for CTV, our digital platform
  • Pitch relevant sports stories to management that connect with our local community.
  • Shoots and edits sporting events for TV and digital
  • Anchor sports segments in assigned newscasts
  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent experience
  • Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with ability to ad lib when needed
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple assignments
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts

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