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Linguistics-Based Content Writer (for Game Development)


Company : Problogger Pty Ltd


Location : Canberra, Australia


Created : 2025-11-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Linguistics-Based Content Writer (for Game Development)Were hiring a detail-oriented linguist with a background in lexical semantics, syntax, or applied linguistics. Someone whos studied or worked with real-world language data. If youve ever analyzed meaning shifts in words across contexts or explored cross-linguistic patterns, wed love to hear about it.READ THESE DISCLAIMERS FIRST:This starts as a part-time trial contract: Proven reliable trial candidates will be offered full-time role with a raise and additional performance-based bonuses.Do not apply if you plan to use AI: Weve tested it extensively. It does not meet our standards. It slows us down and costs time. This role demands manual work, guided by linguistic attention and critical thinking.WERE LOOKING FORStrong grasp of English writing mechanicsTrained in linguistics or currently studying itWilling to learn a highly specific editorial processAvailable for part-time work with potential for growthYOULL BE DOING THE FOLLOWINGStudy and internalize our granular writing guidelinesThe instructions are detailed and layeredtake your timeBe prepared to invest 3 hours in initial training (unpaid but required)Take the article from provided brief all the way to a publishable draftProactively and efficiently communicate with a subject matter expert (professional game developers) and source raw first hand information (both visual and text) for you to polishProactively and efficiently communicate with a graphic designer to create custom visuals that cant be sourcedSource relevant, helpful images (that dont require subject matter expert''s input) to support the writing - Helpful means images that explain or simplify the concept for readers and lower their effort to digest the textYou successfully complete 3 pieces without major revisionsHit a certain quota without losing the standard (we reward those who can do great work efficiently)BONUS EXPERIENCE: (not required)Beginner experience Figma or MiroVisual wire-framing / sketching skillsDeveloped video/board games professionally or recreationallyDungeon Master / Game Master for D&D (or other TTRPGs)Have extensive gaming experienceAPPLICATION PROCESS:Step 1: Including the following in your reply message:Your location (city, state/province and country)Your email (and WhatsApp if that''s needed to get a hold of you)Describe your background and experience in linguisticsInclude evidence of your linguistics experience (education, work where you applied it, etc)Include evidence of your gaming / game development + Miro / Figma experienceYour per word rate ANDYour per hour rateStep 2: If youre approved, a member of our team will reach out and provide a cultural fit test to seeStep 3: If youre a good fit, youll receive a sample writing test; where youll need to write a ~300 word sample according to instructionsIf you succeed on both tests we will start a part-time trial period with you. You will be paid for the test writing at a full trial period rate. #J-18808-Ljbffr