If you’re looking to take the next step in your games journalism career, we’ve got two vacancies at Network N that are perfect for you. Both PCGamesN and The Loadout are looking for new editors to lead teams of passionate nerds in covering anything and everything about videogames.
PCGamesN is dedicated to writing about all things PC gaming – big or small, old or new, if it’s PC-based, this is where to find it. As editor, you would lead a large and passionate editorial team, constantly working to bring PC gamers all the latest news, guides, features, and reviews.
The Loadout is Network N’s home for console and competitive gaming. The team are experts in their field and strive to bring their readers the news, guides, reviews, and features that interest them and will help their gaming experience.
If heading up one of these sites sounds like the perfect job for you, check out the full criteria for both editor roles below:
Editor – PCGamesN
Role: Editor, PCGamesN
Location: Bath or fully remote (within the UK)
Closing Date: Sunday 4 June 2023 (We reserve the right to close this advert early if a 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.
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
You will ideally have:
- 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
- The ability to write quickly, accurately, and entertainingly to task, preferably with experience writing for a PC-focused publication
- The 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
- Commitment 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
If it sounds like you are the right fit, please apply with a cover letter that includes a relevant writing sample, and a CV.
Please also note that this role is based either hybrid (minimum expectation of 2 days per week in Bath head office) or can be remote within the UK, with regular visits to the office as required.
Editor – The Loadout
Role: Editor, The Loadout
Location: Bath or fully remote (within the UK)
Closing Date: Sunday 4 June 2023 (We reserve the right to close this advert early if a 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.
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 buyer guides, and reviews
- Writing news to drive the authority of the 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
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience in management positions, preferably at established online gaming or tech brands
- The 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
- The 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
- Commitment 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
If it sounds like you are the right fit, please apply with a cover letter that includes a relevant writing sample, and a CV. Please include a writing sample, no longer than 300 words, in your covering letter.
Please also note that this role is based either hybrid (minimum expectation of 2 days per week in Bath head office) or can be remote within the UK, with regular visits to the office as required.
Working for Network N Media
We’re a fun and friendly company offering an informal working environment with offices in central Bath. We are always growing, work fast but accurately, have an international reach and are nerdy as hell! We are committed to being an inclusive workplace and have various groups and events to hear underrepresented voices including Women, Neurodiversity, Diversity and Pride.
Our people make our success, so it is only fair we give plenty in return, including:
- 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Your birthday off
- Private medical plan through Vitality with enhanced mental health provision
- Auto-enrolment pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Resident Development Coach
- Training budget
- Techscheme
- Cyclescheme
- Discounted Gift Card scheme
- Employee social events, including Christmas & summer parties
About Network N Media
Network N Media is one of the fastest-growing media businesses in the UK and US, and owns several world-class brands including PCGamesN, The Loadout, Pocket Tactics, Wargamer, PCGameBenchmark, and The Digital Fix. We’re an ambitious and friendly company that celebrates passion, expertise, and nerdiness.
We wish you luck with your application, and look forward to welcoming new members to the Network N family!
