Amazing job opportunities in games media are like buses – you wait ages for one to come up, then two arrive at once! We here at The Loadout are on the hunt for a brand new site editor to lead the website; and would you look at that, our friends over at PCGamesN are looking for one too.
The Loadout’s long-serving editor Jess recently moved on to an exciting new role within our parent company, Network N Media, so we’re in need of someone new to take the reins. There’s a change at the top of PCGamesN too, with the wonderful Rich moving on to pastures new.
Both roles are similar in that they are open to UK applicants only, and both are able to be worked fully remotely or as a hybrid role where you can spend a few days a week in our lovely office in Bath. Both roles also have a salary of £42,000 and come with lots of great benefits (such as an extra day off for your birthday and a private medical plan with Vitality).
For lovers of all things console gaming, The Loadout is definitely the site for you. If you’re more into PC gaming, then as you can probably work out, PCGamesN will suit you to a tee. If you’re either an experienced editor looking for a change of scenery and a new challenge, or a talented deputy editor looking to make a step up, here are two excellent opportunities for you. Be swift though, as we’ll be closing applications in just under two weeks on June 4.
An overview of both roles and links for applying can be found below. Good luck!
Editor – The Loadout
- Location: Fully remote (within UK only) or Hybrid
- Closing Date: 4 June 2023 (We reserve the right to close this advertearly if sufficient number of applications have been received)
- Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: £42,000
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced editor and manager to spearhead The Loadout, an exciting Network N Media brand focused on console gaming. You’ll get to manage and develop our talented team of in-house writers; expand and manage our existing pool of freelance writers; ensure all published content is of the highest quality; develop and execute editorial strategies to grow the site; commission work using a freelance budget; and ensure that The Loadout is the preferred destination for console gaming fans.
You’ll coordinate your team across major releases and events, provide regular Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and content feedback, represent The Loadout at external events, plan and manage content pyramids, build and maintain key relationships with PRs, manufacturers, developers and publishers, and experiment with new content strategies to drive authority of the site and tap into important audiences.
You’ll get to work for one of the fastest growing media businesses in the UK and US, in the ever evolving and exciting world of gaming, technology and geek culture. We have huge ambitions for The Loadout, and we’re looking for someone who is keen to take ownership of the role and spearhead the brand’s growth in a fast-paced and competitive market.
This is the perfect role for either an experienced editor, or for a successful deputy editor to take the step up into a managerial role.
You will be responsible for:
- Planning and overseeing all published content, ensuring high quality levels and adherence to brand values and guidelines
- Writing evergreen content, including buyers guides, and reviews
- Writing news to drive authority of site and maximise Google News and Discover opportunities
- Developing, executing, and optimising editorial strategies to grow the monthly userbase and pageviews of the website
- Planning and managing content pyramids around key evergreen content
- Growing and managing a pool of trusted freelancers
- Commissioning work, managing a freelance budget, and ensuring invoices are submitted on time and according to company processes
- Improving the standing of The Loadout in the eyes of both its audience and the industry, through quality content, networking, and outreach
- Building and maintaining relationships with PRs, manufacturers, developers, and publishers
- Representing The Loadout and Network N Media at industry events
- Ensuring team members are trained and kept up to date on SEO best practices and internal process changes
- Managing The Loadout staff writers, ensuring that they are performing their roles as best as possible and remain happy and motivated
- Working with Group Editor and senior leadership team to create and implement strategies to improve the output and reach of published content
- Leading weekly 1:1s and team meetings
- Using the company’s workflow tools correctly and effectively, including Asana, GSuite, etc.
- Other as requested by the Group Editor or senior leadership team
Person specification (skills, knowledge, and behaviours):
- Previous experience in management positions, preferably at established online gaming or tech brands
- Ability to write quickly, accurately, and entertainingly to task, preferably with experience writing for a tech-focused publication
- Knowledge of the gaming industry and a passion for consoles and gaming
- Ability to identify and capitalise on emerging trends
- Experience of optimising content for discoverability best practises, across both organic search rankings and Google News
- A keen eye for detail and the ability to quickly check and audit best practice across all content
- Committed to following company processes, and using the company’s workflow tools and resources correctly and effectively, including Asana, GSuite, LinkedIn Learning etc
- A track record of having grown an online audience
- Previous successful experience managing people
- Established contacts book across tech and gaming industries
- A proactive work ethic, with a drive to succeed and hit shared targets
- Clear ambition and a desire to continually raise the bar
- Meets requirements of MGT 3 on our progression framework
Editor – PCGamesN
- Location: Fully remote (within UK only) or Hybrid
- Closing Date: 4 June 2023 (We reserve the right to close this advertearly if sufficient number of applications have been received)
- Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: £42,000
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced editor and passionate PC gamer to lead the charge on a new chapter for PCGamesN. Here, you’ll have a chance to put your own stamp on one of the leading PC gaming sites in the world, while working with our talented in-house team to take the site to new heights.
You’ll be expected to lead and develop the site’s existing in-house team of writers and section editors, as well as its large pool of freelancers, all while developing and optimising editorial strategies to ensure that PCGamesN is remembered as the best destination for all things PC gaming.
To achieve that goal, you’ll be expected to keep a close eye on all published content, ensuring that standards are met and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) best practice is followed. You’ll also be required to keep tabs on emerging trends, uncovering what’s hot and what’s not in the PC gaming space, and developing opportunities around that with PRs, developers, and publishers.
This is the perfect opportunity to join one of the biggest PC gaming sites in the world and we welcome applications from experienced editors or successful deputy editors that want to take a step up in their career.
You will be responsible for:
- Planning and overseeing all published content, ensuring high quality levels and adherence to brand values and guidelines
- Developing, executing, and optimising editorial strategies to grow the monthly user base and pageviews of the website
- Managing the PCGamesN editorial team, ensuring they are performing their roles at the highest level and remain happy and motivated
- Working with cell leaders to create and implement strategies to improve the output and reach of published content
- Leading weekly 1:1s and team meetings
- Staying on top of and training team members in SEO best practices and internal process changes
- Planning and managing content pyramids around key evergreen content
- Growing and managing a pool of trusted freelancers
- Commissioning work, managing a freelance budget, and ensuring invoices are submitted on time and according to company processes
- Improving the standing of PCGamesN in the eyes of both its audience and the industry, through quality content, networking, and outreach
- Building and maintaining relationships with PRs, manufacturers, developers, and publishers
- Representing PCGamesN and Network N Media at industry events
- Using the company’s workflow tools correctly and effectively, including Asana, GSuite, etc.
- Other as requested by the Group Editors or senior leadership team
Person specification (skills, knowledge, and behaviours):
- Substantial and demonstrable experience in management positions, preferably at established online gaming or entertainment brands
- Knowledge of the gaming industry and a passion for PC gaming and hardware
- Ability to write quickly, accurately, and entertainingly to task, preferably with experience writing for a PC-focused publication
- Ability to identify and capitalise on emerging trends
- Experience of optimising content for discoverability best practises, across both organic search rankings and Google News
- A keen eye for detail and the ability to quickly check and audit best practice across all content
- Committed to following company processes, and using the company’s workflow tools and resources correctly and effectively, including Asana, GSuite, LinkedIn Learning etc
- A track record of having grown an online audience
- Previous and demonstrable experience in people management
- Established contacts book across the PC gaming industry
- A proactive work ethic, with a drive to succeed and hit shared targets
- Clear ambition and a desire to continually raise the bar
- Meets requirements of MGT 3 on our progression framework
We look forward to hearing from you, and good luck!