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2nd Worst City in CA8938 Posts
TL CS:GOStaff RecruitmentWe are looking for passionate people who would like to contribute to the rapidly developing Counter-Strike: Global Offensive scene. We have a couple open positions. This is a chance to get in on the ground floor of an awesome game and work with some excellent people! (Note: This is for TeamLiquid.net, not TeamLiquidPro.) How to ApplySend a PM to lichter containing the following information: - Your TeamLiquid.net ID and Skype information. For coordination purposes, we require everyone to use Skype.
- Short introduction and relevant background information as it pertains to the position. Please do not send resumes.
- Availability and desired workload.
- Required sample (more information below).
Applications are open until positions are filled (we will let you know in the OP what is currently open). Positions are not paid and are on a strictly voluntary basis. The reward is having your work viewed and the opportunity to team up with an amazing group of people! WritersDescription: Writers are responsible for writing previews, recaps, features, and other written content for TeamLiquid's CS:GO coverage. In the case of previews and recaps, it is crucial that they are written in a timely manner. Writers must be able to write both concisely and at length, depending on the situation. The ability to recognize and develop narratives is also a must. Knowledge of the scene is important, but more important is a willingness to work hard and accept criticism. One sample writing assignment must be submitted. Pick one of the following: - A tournament preview (500-1000 words) - Write an article previewing a future tournament. The preview should not preview the entire event if there are many competitors, but should cover a main storyline leading into the tournament. A main storyline includes, but is not limited to, looking at a tournament favorite or popular player going into the event, looking at a team going into the event and any tournament specific storylines
- A tournament recap (600-800 words) - Write a concise recap on the events of a single day in a major tournament. This is NOT a battle report assignment. Try to tell an interesting story about the tournament and players as a whole, rather than listing the details of several matches. The above examples are only references, feel free to be creative with your style. Any tournament may be chosen as the subject.
- An article of your choice (500-1000 words) - If neither of these ideas appeal to you, write something you think is interesting and that people would like to read, be it a team focus piece or a map spotlight. Give us enough meat to properly judge.
Remember, these pieces will be judged on knowledge, content and writing style. No previous experience required. Applications will remain open until positions are filled. GraphicsDescription: We need a pair of dedicated hands for our coverage team to spice up our work. Mainly, the graphics department will work closely with writers to glamorize articles with banners, attractive layouts, and more. If you love ESPORTS as much as we do and have a talent for art, this is the position for you! There are no fixed criteria in what we require from our artists. Don't be afraid of applying even if you haven't received any formal graphics education or possess an unorthodox skill set. We're providing a list of generally useful skills to have, but they are in no way required. - Photoshop
- Illustrator
- After Effects
- Indesign
- Pixel graphics
- Freehand illustration
Please submit the following to be considered: - An example of a piece you would do for our team. This can be artwork for an article (any tournament, past or present, real or fictional) or something totally outside the box.
- You can substitute the above with a submission of your portfolio, or you can submit both for extra kudos!
We are looking for talented and motivated artists who wish to contribute to our burgeoning scene and would like their art displayed to the world. Applications are open indefinitely for graphic artists. GOOD LUCK TO ALL APPLICANTS!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR SUBMISSIONS!
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GRAND OLD AMERICA16375 Posts
Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can 
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Ever since I joined the csgo staff countless new opportunities and experiences have been opened up to me. Just do it!*
*This message has in no way been corroborated or influenced by the CSGO staff overlords.
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Now if only I can write things in English....
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On July 09 2015 11:02 porkRaven wrote:
Ever since I joined the csgo staff countless new opportunities and experiences have been opened up to me. Just do it!*
*This message has in no way been corroborated or influenced by the CSGO staff overlords.
If Souma is physically forcing you to post this message you can tell me, it will be ok my friend. He can be stopped.
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I'll apply as a writer . Hope my english is somewhat sufficient.
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Johto4990 Posts
We have people to read over your stuff, no problem
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Bisutopia19368 Posts
On July 09 2015 18:28 TheEmulator wrote:Show nested quote +On July 09 2015 11:02 porkRaven wrote:
Ever since I joined the csgo staff countless new opportunities and experiences have been opened up to me. Just do it!*
*This message has in no way been corroborated or influenced by the CSGO staff overlords. If Souma is physically forcing you to post this message you can tell me, it will be ok my friend. He can be stopped.
Don't wrestle him TheEmulator!!! It's hard to defeat a Souma Wrestler.
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Very cool to see you guys expanding!
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Where dat snitch at?37096 Posts
On July 09 2015 20:10 BisuDagger wrote:Show nested quote +On July 09 2015 18:28 TheEmulator wrote:On July 09 2015 11:02 porkRaven wrote:
Ever since I joined the csgo staff countless new opportunities and experiences have been opened up to me. Just do it!*
*This message has in no way been corroborated or influenced by the CSGO staff overlords. If Souma is physically forcing you to post this message you can tell me, it will be ok my friend. He can be stopped. Don't wrestle him TheEmulator!!! It's hard to defeat a Souma Wrestler.
Clap. Clap. Clap.
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Good luck with the recruitment. :-)
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France9034 Posts
I might be tempted. But again, I am, each time, and don't get to write something I find interesting enough to send 
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United States1201 Posts
On July 09 2015 22:31 Ragnarork wrote:I might be tempted. But again, I am, each time, and don't get to write something I find interesting enough to send
Try submitting something! These guys are pretty cool, and more help with tournament coverage (on time) is always super helpful.
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Johto4990 Posts
On July 10 2015 00:25 Swampflare wrote:Show nested quote +On July 09 2015 22:31 Ragnarork wrote:I might be tempted. But again, I am, each time, and don't get to write something I find interesting enough to send Try submitting something! These guys are pretty cool, and more help with tournament coverage (on time) is always super helpful.
yeah you get to work with me ^^ ... oh wait, you're doing that already 
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2nd Worst City in CA8938 Posts
What the heck's a Souma Wrestler...
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Johto4990 Posts
On July 10 2015 04:26 Souma wrote:
What the heck's a Souma Wrestler...
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2nd Worst City in CA8938 Posts
mfw.
My name is pronounced SOH-MA not SOO-MA.
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On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can
Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job...
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2nd Worst City in CA8938 Posts
Yeah this is all volunteeeeeeeeeer. Tis listed in the OP. =)
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Bisutopia19368 Posts
On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:Show nested quote +On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job...
It's just one of those things, if you don't get it, then it can't be explained. However, personally, my passion for Starcraft and the fun I have in the media side of things is the reward on its own. The friends I've made and the amazing discussion we have is what makes it worthwhile. I am among a group of people who get the opportunity to create content that the rest of the world can see and it's fun doing it. I get as much out of TL as they get out of me.
As far as money goes: I learned a skill and got a job. Most of us don't see TL staff as a way to put food on our table.
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TLADT24920 Posts
Best of luck in finding volunteers, guys!
On July 10 2015 09:57 BisuDagger wrote:Show nested quote +On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job... It's just one of those things, if you don't get it, then it can't be explained. However, personally, my passion for Starcraft and the fun I have in the media side of things is the reward on its own. The friends I've made and the amazing discussion we have is what makes it worthwhile. I am among a group of people who get the opportunity to create content that the rest of the world can see and it's fun doing it. I get as much out of TL as they get out of me. As far as money goes: I learned a skill and got a job. Most of us don't see TL staff as a way to put food on our table.
Pretty much this. It's hard to explain well. You'll only really understand it if you volunteered for TL and became part of staff. For me, being able to have a lot of input in how BW coverage is done and the direction that it gets taken in is pretty important and nothing is more rewarding than seeing lots of people enjoy our coverage of various BW tournaments. It's like, a writer's greatest joy to see people provide positive feedback on stuff that they put time and effort into writing
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On July 10 2015 12:56 BigFan wrote:Best of luck in finding volunteers, guys! Show nested quote +On July 10 2015 09:57 BisuDagger wrote:On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job... It's just one of those things, if you don't get it, then it can't be explained. However, personally, my passion for Starcraft and the fun I have in the media side of things is the reward on its own. The friends I've made and the amazing discussion we have is what makes it worthwhile. I am among a group of people who get the opportunity to create content that the rest of the world can see and it's fun doing it. I get as much out of TL as they get out of me. As far as money goes: I learned a skill and got a job. Most of us don't see TL staff as a way to put food on our table. Pretty much this. It's hard to explain well. You'll only really understand it if you volunteered for TL and became part of staff. For me, being able to have a lot of input in how BW coverage is done and the direction that it gets taken in is pretty important and nothing is more rewarding than seeing lots of people enjoy our coverage of various BW tournaments. It's like, a writer's greatest joy to see people provide positive feedback on stuff that they put time and effort into writing
pretty sure a writer's greatest joy is getting paid to write :p
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On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:Show nested quote +On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job...
The people working with TL as a full time job aren't really making that much money as it is, and the amount of people who are even full time is extremely small (unless you count TLPro/Team people, but that's obviously a different entity and has more money coming in than the sites). We all love TL and are just passionate about the games we cover, it's really just a hobby for most people and I think 99% of our staff have never even thought about how they aren't getting paid. It's not really an issue. I consider my work on TL/LD/LL a hobby in the same way actually playing the games is a hobby. There are also some nice perks, such as press passes for events, you can get into contact with a lot of players, meeting all the great people on staff. The smartest, nicest, and most hard working people I've met in my life have mostly been from TL staff.
I completely understand where you are coming from though, and it probably seems weird to a lot of people, not just you.
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TLADT24920 Posts
On July 10 2015 16:00 Xeris wrote:Show nested quote +On July 10 2015 12:56 BigFan wrote:Best of luck in finding volunteers, guys! On July 10 2015 09:57 BisuDagger wrote:On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job... It's just one of those things, if you don't get it, then it can't be explained. However, personally, my passion for Starcraft and the fun I have in the media side of things is the reward on its own. The friends I've made and the amazing discussion we have is what makes it worthwhile. I am among a group of people who get the opportunity to create content that the rest of the world can see and it's fun doing it. I get as much out of TL as they get out of me. As far as money goes: I learned a skill and got a job. Most of us don't see TL staff as a way to put food on our table. Pretty much this. It's hard to explain well. You'll only really understand it if you volunteered for TL and became part of staff. For me, being able to have a lot of input in how BW coverage is done and the direction that it gets taken in is pretty important and nothing is more rewarding than seeing lots of people enjoy our coverage of various BW tournaments. It's like, a writer's greatest joy to see people provide positive feedback on stuff that they put time and effort into writing pretty sure a writer's greatest joy is getting paid to write :p
haha that too but I never expected to get paid when I joined staff Mostly, just to help with BW coverage and such.
On July 10 2015 16:08 TheEmulator wrote:Show nested quote +On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job... The people working with TL as a full time job aren't really making that much money as it is, and the amount of people who are even full time is extremely small (unless you count TLPro/Team people, but that's obviously a different entity and has more money coming in than the sites). We all love TL and are just passionate about the games we cover, it's really just a hobby for most people and I think 99% of our staff have never even thought about how they aren't getting paid. It's not really an issue. I consider my work on TL/LD/LL a hobby in the same way actually playing the games is a hobby. There are also some nice perks, such as press passes for events, you can get into contact with a lot of players, meeting all the great people on staff. The smartest, nicest, and most hard working people I've met in my life have mostly been from TL staff.
I completely understand where you are coming from though, and it probably seems weird to a lot of people, not just you.
thanks, I feel flattered
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"how to get 3 rounds on 2 maps, 2 LANs in a row"
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On July 09 2015 16:01 Shana wrote:
Now if only I can write things in English....
story of my life.
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Johto4990 Posts
On July 11 2015 05:14 GunPaladin wrote:Show nested quote +On July 09 2015 16:01 Shana wrote:
Now if only I can write things in English.... story of my life.
both of you seem capable of writing out english sentences
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On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:Show nested quote +On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job...
I heard from BigFan that they pay E$PORT$ DOLLAR$.
Not sure what's the conversion rate though.
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United States1201 Posts
On July 15 2015 00:10 JieXian wrote:Show nested quote +On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job... I heard from BigFan that they pay E$PORT$ DOLLAR$. Not sure what's the conversion rate though.
One ESPORTSBUCKS is equivalent to (at minimum) the opposite of your local minimum wage, due to opportunity cost.
... It's still worth, though.
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TLADT24920 Posts
On July 15 2015 00:10 JieXian wrote:Show nested quote +On July 10 2015 07:00 Gene(S)is wrote:On July 09 2015 09:20 amazingxkcd wrote:Its worth it fellas, we need all the help we can Are the writers for TL doing charity work? I never did get my head wraped around that part. I know some people work with TL as a full time job... I heard from BigFan that they pay E$PORT$ DOLLAR$. Not sure what's the conversion rate though.
shush! you didn't hear it from me!
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