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OS Has Writing Positions Available

01:04 PM - June 10, 2010 by RaychelSnr

Do you love sports games and sometimes take them just a bit too seriously? Do you have a knack for putting words together in a coherent and readable fashion which people find enjoyable?

Then you might just be perfect to be one of the next writers here at Operation Sports!

Operation Sports is currently looking for feature writers to write three columns per month on the world of sports gaming. You would be responsible for commenting on the status of the sports gaming world in your own unique way while also interacting with the rest of the writing staff to produce exciting new content. A broad knowledge of different sports is a bonus, but we are willing to listen to anyone who specializes in one sport as well!

To apply, send the following to us at apply at operationsports.com.

Your Name
OS Username
What sports/games you can write about
Theoretical name(s) for a column by you
Three sample article ideas
Two short examples of your writing (400-600 words)

Failure to include all of the info, well it just won't be good for your application. Deadline to submit an application is June 20, 2010. We look forward to hearing from you!

Member Comments

# 21 RaychelSnr @ 06/11/10 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by miguelvelasco41


	just wondering since this is a online gig, could i possibly become a writer? the problem i see is that im from the Philippines. but other than that, im good to go. i also work for a national publication and have almost a year of experience of working in the field of journalism

Nationality isn't a big deal man. We had one guy from Korea write for us a couple of years ago!

# 22 miguelvelasco41 @ 06/11/10 02:24 PM

sent my application already. hopefully things pan out.

# 23 RaychelSnr @ 06/11/10 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by King of Kings


	So, there are no pre-determined qualifications based upon education or experience? As long as one writes well, they are considered? I ask because I do not have anything published. However, I do love sports, sports games, and am an excellent writer. Is this position realistically available for someone like me, or is it directed more toward those who have formal literature education or experience with published material? I thank you in advance for any answers.

We sometimes get some published guys apply for sure, but we balance a lot of things when considering you guys. We have always had problems with attrition over the years, which is an acceptable fact of life when you have an almost fully volunteer writing staff (if not for the minor perks), so we tend to balance writing quality with guys who we feel can be a long term presence. However, if someone looks like the next Hemingway with their writing, we aren't going to turn them down just because they also happen to be the President of the US so to speak

# 24 CS10029 @ 06/11/10 03:46 PM

Sent an application for the heck of it. I've always thought I was decent at writing, and I have a interesting perspective on most things.

# 25 God_of_Quan @ 06/11/10 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryn Vintage1986


	Hi guys, I'm a journalism senior at the University of Central Oklahoma. I maintain a sports blog and I'm published in both a University newspaper and a municipal publication in Hennessey, OK. (Not tooting my horn, just letting you know that I am capable of working in the business... and also tooting my horn.) My one question, should I go ahead and throw my hat into the ring, is 'Does proximity matter?' Not sure where Operation Sports is Located, but I think it's safe to say it's not Oklahoma. Thanks, -Ryan

Id have to say I believe i have read some of your articles, Im a business major at UCO

# 26 coachbrown55 @ 06/11/10 10:47 PM

I have a question what do you mean by three sample article ideas?

# 27 Ryn Vintage1986 @ 06/12/10 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by God_of_Quan


	Id have to say I believe i have read some of your articles, Im a business major at UCO

Small world, isn't it? If it was sports or politics, it was probably me. Hell, I'm just glad people read it.

# 28 Kaanyr Vhok @ 06/12/10 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by WTF


	Indeed, there are no pre-determined qualifications. As long as you can write relatively well, and can engage the readers, then you too can write for OS. No education or experience necessary. You stand just as good of a chance as anyone else.

Thats good to hear. My experience is in roleplaying. Like RPG, roleplaying games. Oh yes I can pontificate all day about sports... Its not my comfort zone. That said I'll apply anyway because when I blog at Blazersedge I get good feedback. I make people smile and scratch their feet.

# 29 WTF @ 06/12/10 10:47 AM

Just FYI, I don't think most people will know words such as pontificate, so I'd keep it generally reader friendly. lol

# 30 ffaacc03 @ 06/13/10 08:54 PM

If you ever consider to expand the site�s vision into consider other languages ... please count me in, as my native language is spanish ... I am a 31 years old bussiness manager (currently unemployed ... cauf, cauf ... with plenty of time) at Dominican Republic ... My hobbies consist on following sports, play videogames and write poems and stories ...most importantly, I am an OSholic ...

# 31 iambabyd @ 06/14/10 12:20 PM

Couple of questions..How many will be hired? Will everyone get a note stating whether or not they got the position? Also, is there any timetable sent for the hiring?

Thanks,
Michael

# 32 Kaanyr Vhok @ 06/14/10 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ffaacc03


	If you ever consider to expand the site�s vision into consider other languages ... please count me in, as my native language is spanish ... I am a 31 years old bussiness manager (currently unemployed ... cauf, cauf ... with plenty of time) at Dominican Republic ... My hobbies consist on following sports, play videogames and write poems and stories ...most importantly, I am an OSholic ...

Lol sounds like me. I just got a job and I still feel unemployed because I took the low paying crap position to keep unemployment off of my back.

# 33 The GIGGAS @ 06/16/10 02:45 PM

Sent in my application.

# 34 Warren Piecee @ 07/22/10 11:55 PM

It has been over a month since the application deadline. Has anyone who applied heard back?

# 35 T3B0W @ 07/24/10 09:04 PM

And for the above reason, I pulled my application.

Professionalism lacking for what I consider to be a industry leading website.

Good luck to all who applied.

# 36 Archie @ 07/25/10 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MMChrisS


	Several of our previous writers at OS have used their experience here + their education to land quality jobs across the sports spectrum.

I'm guessing this is code for "there is no pay for this job." Still, I might jot a few things down now and then just to put the line "I write sports content for a website with X amount of traffic per day" on my CV.

I teach college level writing at a major state school, and I've written for a number of publications both local and national. I'm too busy to commit to a certain number of anything a month, but I'd be willing to do the occasional review or preview piece on a sports game I'm familiar with.

I know it's not what was asked for, but I thought I'd mention it just in case.

# 37 DustinT @ 07/27/10 12:39 AM

The positions have been filled, but you never know when the site will need more writers.

# 38 Warren Piecee @ 07/27/10 10:48 PM

Thank you for considering my application.

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