Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Gizmodo.com is seeking freelance writers, video producers, animators, and on-camera creators to develop branded content across technology, gaming, consumer electronics, and internet culture topics. The role involves creating sponsored articles, videos, and other content formats while translating complex topics into engaging work for their audience.
Responsibilities
- Sponsored articles and features, including reported explainers and trend pieces
- Branded product-focused stories and buying guides
- Short-form and long-form video production
- Motion graphics and animation
- Scriptwriting and on-camera interviews for Youtube and social platforms
- Data-driven stories utilizing gaming, technology, and consumer trend data
- Oversee the production of franchise and campaign-based content packages
Skills
- Freelance writers, video producers, animators, and on-camera creators to develop branded content across technology, gaming, consumer electronics, and internet culture topics
- Ability to translate complex technology and gaming topics into clear, entertaining work that feels native to Gizmodo and Kotaku readers and viewers
- A short introduction and relevant background
- 3–5 examples of work relevant to the type of projects you'd most like to take on
- Links to published articles, videos, animations, social content, or other portfolio work
- Your rates and general availability
- Prior experience covering technology, gaming, science, consumer electronics, internet culture, or related subjects
Company Overview
Since its inception in 2002, Gizmodo has emerged as a premier international media outlet dedicated to technology. It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in New York, NY, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://gizmodo.com.