We're Hiring: How to Get a Job At IGN

One of us.

By IGN Staff

Updated 7/31/17: We've filled some roles posted here previously... But we've also opened some additional ones. Apply!

We're hiring! IGN is hiring roles in all departments, but we (as editors) are especially excited about these jobs in Editorial:

The first role is focused on the coverage of popular games, including -- but not limited to -- Nintendo games and hardware. Editors create all the things you love watching and reading: Reviews, news, shows, podcasts, and so much more. We're looking for an experienced editor for this one -- you'll need a lot of videos and articles about Nintendo games under your belt. Apply!

The second role is focused on popular TV and Cable content. This includes presenting critical opinions on camera and in print about popular shows we cover like The Walking Dead and Game of Thrones, the Marvel and DC shows, and anime. Apply!

The third role is specifically focused on expert gameplay, including covering and acquiring speed runs, highly ranked professional gameplay, and highly skilled casual players. Have connections in these communities? Can you also beat the pants off your friends at Smash Bros., Overwatch, League, or Pokemon? Apply!

Pictured: Dramatization of what it's like to work at IGN.

These roles, should you be interested, are for spots on our San Francisco-based Editorial team. If you don't live here or if you aren't interested in living in the San Francisco Bay Area, please don't apply. However, if you want to write for IGN and don't want to move, you have some options. You'll need published work and/or excellent writing skills and a good pitch, but we're always on the lookout for great new freelancers. Apply!

Don't have any experience at all? Get some experience writing guides. Lots of people contribute to our wikis, get recognized for their work, get freelance work out of it, and then get jobs here. It's a thing! First, pick a game you want to write a guide for, then read this.

We believe our Editorial team consists of the most talented, driven, creative, brilliant women and men in the business. That's a brazen example of bias, but should you find your place on this team, we think you'll agree. Apply!

In the week since we posted these job openings, we've received a bunch of questions about applying for jobs at IGN. Here are some answers.

How do I make a good first impression?

Much depends on a good cover letter -- it's the first thing we look at. In your cover letter we want to hear why you are a good match for the job, your areas of expertise, industry contacts you could bring to the job, and even cool content pitches.

What kind of experience do I need to get a job on IGN's editorial team?

We want to know about your professional and personal creative projects and published work. We want to read and watch your best stuff, even if it's from a fan site or blog. Your Twitch streams and YouTube videos are really important to include. These days, if you haven't published anything on the internet, you have no excuse! Get out there and create. Then apply!

What is "relevant college experience?"

Our staff shares a variety of educational backgrounds. Perhaps the most relevant are Journalism, Creative Writing, Game Design, or Art; but we have plenty of majors in History, Japanese, Drama, and other degrees that develop creativity and critical thinking.

What kind of writing or video samples should I include?

Published works are the best. We definitely want to see you on video, too. We make a lot of videos!

I've already applied for another job, should I apply again?

Yes! And re-write your cover letter for the job you want. This may seem obvious to some, but a large amount of applications are surprisingly outdated or rehashed. We ignore those. If you really want the job, it's probably a good idea to update/customize your resume and samples as well.

When can I expect to hear back about my freelancer application?

The editors who use freelancers also accept pitches. You should reach out to them and pitch to ensure your application gets noticed. For instance, pitch Marty Sliva on your feature ideas. Or pitch Andrew Goldfarb on how you can cover news at odd hours. Here's a full listing of what everyone does at IGN.

WHAT KIND PANDA BEAR IS THIS?

That's a possum.

If you have any other questions about jobs at IGN, we encourage you to contact the people working in those jobs -- Twitter is a good place for that. Here's that listing of what everyone does at IGN again. See you there!

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