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Collider

Gaming Writer

$21.75 - $28/hr

At least 2 years experience in digital journalism or online publishing * Ability to independently write and publish clean, accurate content on tight deadlines * Strong understanding of gaming culture ...

Marc Media

Part-Time Sports Intern

Gainesville, FL

$15/hr

... multimedia journalism. The intern will play a key role in helping produce and stream live high ... Hours vary based on game schedules * Compensation: $15/hour Key Responsibilities * Assist in the ...

Detroit Pistons

Public Relations Game Night Intern

Detroit, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Transcribe coach and player interviews following games and media availability. * Assist the ... Pursuing or interested in a career in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Sports Media ...

Comcast

Game Presentation Intern

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$15/hr

... Flyers home games. Responsibilities: * Assist with the preparations and execution of all ... journalism, or related fields * Candidates must be innovative, proven self-starters; independent ...

Nba

Game Production Lead, Local Media

Secaucus, NJ

$19 - $26.25/hr

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Bachelor's degree in Communications, Television Production, Media Production, Journalism, or a ... with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and ...

Athletes Magazine

Be Seen First

Sports Journalist

Miami, FL · Remote

$2.0K - $15K/mo

... Games, Expositions, Concerts, Gigs, Events, Festivals, Skate-Parks, etc. STEP 3 : COLLECT INFORMATION AND MAGAZINE CONTENT Collect all information and distribute Interview Sheet and postcards STEP ...

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How much do games journalist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 69% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 30% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,979 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Gaming Writer

Collider

Remote

$21.75 - $28/hr

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Re-posted 5 hours ago

Job description

This is a paid freelance, remote position.
Collider is the leading source for impactful entertainment coverage, serving millions of readers with smart, authoritative stories on the biggest movies, TV shows, streaming hits, cult classics, and everything in between. With a focus on quality, timeliness, and relevance, we aim to be the go-to destination for passionate fans and curious newcomers alike.
We're looking for passionate and knowledgeable freelance gaming writers who can create timely, engaging content around the biggest stories, releases, trends, and conversations in the gaming industry. This role goes beyond writing articles-it's about connecting with a dedicated gaming audience and driving meaningful readership through insightful content.
Your Responsibilities
  • Monitor gaming news cycles, trending topics and community conversations to surface timely content opportunities
  • Work closely with editors and writers to align social distribution with editorial priorities and publishing schedules
  • Comfortable working independently while meeting deadlines
  • Ensure timely publication of relevant content aligned with SEO and engagement goals
  • Follow editorial and formatting guidelines rigorously

What We Offer
  • Fully remote - write from wherever you'd like!
  • Opportunities to pitch original ideas
  • An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

Experience and Skills
  • At least 2 years experience in digital journalism or online publishing
  • Ability to independently write and publish clean, accurate content on tight deadlines
  • Strong understanding of gaming culture, internet trends, memes, and online communities
  • Passion for video games, entertainment, and digital storytelling
  • Familiarity with SEO and CMS tools

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:
  • Your CV
  • A sample article similar in nature to the content published on Collider.

Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.
Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.
Collider is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.
Valnet, founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.
Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.

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