Posted July 27, 2008 E3 has died down, and though we think we handled it pretty well, there's no denying that we could do with some extra newsies to help out during non-E3/convention periods. We're not setting any limits on the amount of people we want to hire, so there will be no need for any cataclysmic battles to the death with other applicants if you really would like to work here. There's a few requirements that I want all potential applicants to bear in mind, however. Your English and writing skills must be immaculate. No 1337 speak, txt talk or bad grammar, lest ye awaken the wrath of the Kraken. You must have an excellent knowledge of the games industry and gaming in general, so you can add a good amount of detail into your news posts (and make it look like you really know your stuff). You must be committed to your work. If you want to join up because it sounds like fun or you get to know inside information, don't bother. We only want people who are devoted to providing frequent high quality news to our readers. And that's about it. This will probably stay on the forums so that we know who's signing up and can run background checks on you if we're suspicious (only joking, we love you guys). Applications can be of any length, just remember: quality over quantity! It might be an idea to time yourself, as it's always best to get news up as it breaks. Send all applications to me at [email protected], and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Try to write a story that hasn't been reported by us - we won't put a limit on the amount of applications either. Have fun, and if you have any queries make sure to post in the thread or PM/email me. All the best, Nathan Whincup Head of News Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 Can I join? You guys rawk! We need fresh meat...err newsies... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 Expect an application from me soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 I'm alright at the writing thing but I'm sure there are better people out there but if you need any help graphics wise I'll gladly help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 Your English and writing skills must be immaculate. No 1337 speak, txt talk or bad grammar, lest ye awaken the wrath of the Kraken. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 Application sent - Hope it's not the Kraken from the cheesy film Clash of the Titans! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 I would love to do something like this. It would give me something creative to do but, unfortunately I don't think I have any of the needed requirements. Guess I should just stick to posting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 Once upon a time there were three little pigs and one went wii wii wii all the way home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 27, 2008 Ohh go Cookyman, another Scot on the team! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 I'd apply if I had more access to my PC, or if I could commit to something for more than a week. If you were looking for someone to write features, now that'd be a different story. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 I only meet two of the factors, first and last. Unfortunately, my gaming knowledge is not so cavernous as someone like pedrocasilva. I know a lot, but I feel it's not enough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 So basically, we have to write up a news story for our applications? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 I would apply for this but a combination of, sometimes, limited time and Hellfire watching applications means I don't think I will this time around. :p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 I only meet two of the factors, first and last. Unfortunately, my gaming knowledge is not so cavernous as someone like pedrocasilva. I know a lot, but I feel it's not enough. We'll be the judge(s) of that! Give it a go. : peace: So basically, we have to write up a news story for our applications? Yup. I would apply for this but a combination of, sometimes, limited time and Hellfire watching applications means I don't think I will this time around. :p Has he been threatening people with horse heads again? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 1 wnt to b a newsie plz. thx guize. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 Well I hope new intake don't go the way of young Ashley C (aka NotAshley). Whatever happened to him? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 Him and Cube had a massive "argument" thus, now NotAshley is banned, and Cube had his newsie status removed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 anyone else confused about a US recruitment tool being used for a Euro site Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 Him and Cube had a massive "argument" thus, now NotAshley is banned, and Cube had his newsie status removed. He nailed it. It actually wasn't for other reasons, they just plain didn't get on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 Well I hope new intake don't go the way of young Ashley C (aka NotAshley). Whatever happened to him? Well he did make the graphic for me in the first post. I'll ask him if he wants to post why he left in here. Him and Cube had a massive "argument" thus, now NotAshley is banned, and Cube had his newsie status removed. We've been trying to get rid of Cube for over a year, this was the perfect opportunity. anyone else confused about a US recruitment tool being used for a Euro site Shush you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 Cube had his newsie status removed. Yea, erasing the entire staff forum didn't go down very well with some of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28, 2008 My application is in the post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
