Pitches wanted (gaming) | ~12-21 cents per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: THE LOADOUT

Deadline: 26 June 2023

Jamie Hore, Deputy Editor at The Loadout, is looking for pitches:

GAMES FREELANCERS: The Loadout has some budget left for June, and we're looking for some extra help from guides and list writers on:

• General genre lists
• Armored Core
• EA FC

We'll need to hear back from folks by Monday 26th at the latest as we need to commission the work before the end of the month. If this sounds like something you could help with, drop me or Echo Apsey an email.

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that this opportunity will pay flat rates in GBP equivalent to 12-21 cents per word. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor upon the acceptance of your pitch.

CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):

• Submissions: jamie.hore@theloadout.com
• Website: https://www.theloadout.com/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: The Loadout covers esports, streaming, internet culture, and more. It features the latest news and information on the biggest names and stories from the world of competitive gaming. More information here.
• Read through its selection of recent articles/stories, categorized into: Guides, Features
• Review the submission guidelines here. Note that these are the publication's general guidelines to help you refine your pitch. You must still follow the editor's specific instructions above.
• Check out our collection of pitch excerpts on this page and find more sample pitches at The Open Notebook Database and at SuccessfulPitches.com.
• Do not forget to end your pitch with (1) a short introduction about yourself; (2) a few lines highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits; and (3) links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.

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