IGN Entertainment
News Editor, Eurogamer
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News Editor, Eurogamer
The Opportunity
Eurogamer has built a reputation for delivering some of the best editorial in the games industry, spanning news, reviews, features, and guides. As our News Editor, you'll collaborate closely with our award-winning editorial team to lead its news output and expand its proven standards, while bringing a unique perspective to Eurogamer.
The News Editor will:
- Select and craft engaging stories for our audience.
- Edit news pieces contributed by colleagues.
- Work rapidly to tight deadlines.
- Uncover untold tales from gaming’s diverse communities.
- Conduct interviews—both in-person at industry events and remotely.
- Develop trusted sources to break exclusive stories ahead of competitions.
The ideal candidate will have senior editorial experience—including roles such as section editor, news editor, or equivalent—with a background in published news writing (preferably within gaming). A track record of discovering original investigative stories is essential.
This fully remote position (with occasional in-person meetings) operates on a standard full-time schedule, but may occasionally require working outside regular hours for major news events or big game releases. The role involves desktop work with extended screen and typing duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily news coverage, ensuring compelling, timely sourcing and prioritisation.
- Collaborate with the team to track industry announcements, conduct interviews, and scrutinise stories that resonate with readers.
- Deliver polished, clear, and on-brand stories—while maintaining a distinct Eurogamer voice—meeting tight deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.
- Actively engage with gaming communities to uncover unmissed opportunities.
- Pursue story angles with PRs, witnesses, and contacts to deepen analysis.
- Maintain rigorous CMS submissions to ensure presentation excellence.
- Partner with the entire editorial suite, complete with contributions to gaming’s most inventive humour.
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Job Qualifications
Must-Haves
- Proven talent for hard-hitting reporting.
- Skill in discovering and framing fresh angles on games—and their demographics—through deep research.
- Dexterity in quickly and sensitively editing news stories to enhance their impact.
- Commitment to securing on- and off-schedule interviews and asking penetrating questions.
- Near-encyclopedic familiarity with video games across genres (history, trends, and niche specialisations).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Unwavering work ethic paired with sharp focus and initiative.
- Positive team player mentality.
- Enthusiasm for gaming culture, combined with nerves of steel for added pressure.
Bonus Attributes
- Experience supervising a journalistic team.
- Formal journalism education or degree in related fields (e.g., media, English, communications).
- In-depth knowledge of dominant industry trends and viral discussions.
- Passionate interest in technology, entertainment, and lifestyle media.
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Our Benefits
IGN Entertainment aligns competitive remuneration with a work-life balance philosophy, guaranteeing paid leave tailored to your needs.
At Ziff Davis, we foster inclusivity via Employee Resource Groups, professionally supported events, and continuous growth initiatives—including mentorship, tuition reims, performance benefits, and team recognition. Employees like yours are commended through structured awards and engagement programs.
Looking for a high-energy, collaborative climate where performance impact and career progression thrive? Here’s where to apply.
About IGN Entertainment
Eurogamer is a constituent of IGN Entertainment, itself under Ziff Davis. A global gaming/entertainment titan, IGN reaches 470+ million monthly users across 100 countries. Via its shop Humble Bundle, it’s donated $$270M to 38,000 charities. Explore at corp.ign.com.
About Ziff Davis
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a leading digital media company spanning gaming, tech, connectivity, health, financial wellness, martech, and cybersecurity. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Ookla (Speedtest), and Mashable—ensuring broad reach and innovative industry leadership.
No one gets left behind at Ziff Davis. We champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) as cornerstones of fairness, innovation, and retention—intertwining access, belonging, and workplace freedom. Equal Opportunity Employer and futures-imaginer.
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