Polygon Trading Card Games (TCG) Writer

This is a paid freelance, remote position

Polygon is a leading destination for coverage of games, entertainment, comics, and culture, bringing readers smart, engaging stories about the media and fandoms they care about. From games and movies to television, comics, and internet culture, Polygon explores the stories, creators, characters, and communities shaping entertainment today

We are currently seeking knowledgeable and passionate Trading Card Game (TCG) Writers to contribute engaging, insightful, and well-researched features covering the world of collectible and competitive card games, with a particular focus on Magic: The Gathering (MTG), Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and other popular TCG franchises.

Your Responsibilities

• Research and write original, high-quality features covering trading card games, including Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and other major franchises.
• Choose article topics from an editorial pool and independently pitch engaging, relevant ideas to our Editorial team.
• Produce insightful content exploring card strategies, deckbuilding, game mechanics, expansions, individual cards, and evolving competitive metas.
• Cover major developments within the TCG industry, including new sets, product releases, emerging trends, and significant changes to established games.
• Create accessible, informative, and engaging content that appeals to both experienced players and newcomers.
• Maintain an active understanding of the TCG landscape, including competitive tournaments, community discussions, and emerging games.
• Be a dedicated and consistent contributor to the site.
• Follow Polygon's Editorial Guidelines while producing original, accurate, and high-quality content.
• Work independently under tight deadlines and submit assignments on time.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Consistent and timely payments.
• Flexible schedule.
• Remote freelance position to work from a location of your choice.
• Exposure to Polygon’s large and passionate audience, which reaches 30M visitors per month, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Experience and Skills

• Educational background in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience producing gaming, entertainment, or related editorial content.
• Extensive knowledge of and genuine passion for Trading Card Games, particularly Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon TCG.
• Strong familiarity with multiple TCG franchises, including:
• Magic: The Gathering (MTG): Commander/EDH, Standard, Modern, Pioneer, Limited, deckbuilding, set releases, card interactions, and competitive play.
• Pokémon Trading Card Game: Competitive deckbuilding, card rotations, expansions, tournament formats, and evolving strategies.
• Yu-Gi-Oh!: Archetypes, deck strategies, banlists, competitive formats, and new card releases.
• Other TCGs: Disney Lorcana, One Piece Card Game, Flesh and Blood, Star Wars: Unlimited, Digimon Card Game, and emerging collectible card games.
• Ability to analyze game mechanics, card synergies, competitive strategies, and shifting metas while making complex topics accessible to a broad readership.
• Familiarity with the wider TCG ecosystem, including major tournaments, online communities, content creators, and industry developments.
• Strong understanding of what makes compelling TCG editorial content, including evergreen features, strategic analysis, card rankings, and timely coverage.
• Excellent research, writing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills.
• Experience with SEO best practices and writing engaging, search-friendly headlines.
• Experience working with a custom Content Management System (CMS) preferred.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:

• Your CV
• A sample article similar in nature to the content published on Polygon.

Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.

Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.
  

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