• Log InLog In
  • Register
Liquid`
Team Liquid Liquipedia
EDT 17:50
CEST 23:50
KST 06:50
  • Home
  • Forum
  • Calendar
  • Streams
  • Liquipedia
  • Features
  • Store
  • EPT
  • TL+
  • StarCraft 2
  • Brood War
  • Smash
  • Heroes
  • Counter-Strike
  • Overwatch
  • Liquibet
  • Fantasy StarCraft
  • TLPD
  • StarCraft 2
  • Brood War
  • Blogs
Forum Sidebar
Events/Features
News
Featured News
Code S RO4 & Finals Preview: herO, GuMiho, Classic, Cure4Code S RO8 Preview: Classic, Reynor, Maru, GuMiho2Code S RO8 Preview: ByuN, Rogue, herO, Cure5[ASL19] Ro4 Preview: Storied Rivals7Code S RO12 Preview: Maru, Trigger, Rogue, NightMare12
Community News
Code S Season 1 - Classic & GuMiho advance to RO4 (2025)4[BSL 2v2] ProLeague Season 3 - Friday 21:00 CET7herO & Cure GSL RO8 Interviews: "I also think that all the practice I put in when Protoss wasn’t doing as well is paying off"0Code S Season 1 - herO & Cure advance to RO4 (2025)0Dark to begin military service on May 13th (2025)21
StarCraft 2
General
Code S RO8 Preview: ByuN, Rogue, herO, Cure Is there a place to provide feedback for maps? Code S Season 1 - Classic & GuMiho advance to RO4 (2025) 2024/25 Off-Season Roster Moves Code S RO4 & Finals Preview: herO, GuMiho, Classic, Cure
Tourneys
[GSL 2025] Code S Season 1 - RO4 and Grand Finals SOOPer7s Showmatches 2025 RSL: Revival, a new crowdfunded tournament series [GSL 2025] Code S:Season 1 - RO8 - Group B SOOP Starcraft Global #20
Strategy
Simple Questions Simple Answers [G] PvT Cheese: 13 Gate Proxy Robo
Custom Maps
[UMS] Zillion Zerglings
External Content
Mutation # 473 Cold is the Void Mutation # 472 Dead Heat Mutation # 471 Delivery Guaranteed Mutation # 470 Certain Demise
Brood War
General
Pros React To: Emotional Finalist in Best vs Light BGH auto balance -> http://bghmmr.eu/ BW General Discussion ASL 19 Tickets for foreigners Recent recommended BW games
Tourneys
[ASL19] Semifinal B [BSL 2v2] ProLeague Season 3 - Friday 21:00 CET [USBL Spring 2025] Groups cast [ASL19] Semifinal A
Strategy
[G] How to get started on ladder as a new Z player Creating a full chart of Zerg builds [G] Mineral Boosting
Other Games
General Games
Stormgate/Frost Giant Megathread Beyond All Reason Grand Theft Auto VI Nintendo Switch Thread What do you want from future RTS games?
Dota 2
Official 'what is Dota anymore' discussion
League of Legends
LiquidLegends to reintegrate into TL.net
Heroes of the Storm
Simple Questions, Simple Answers
Hearthstone
Heroes of StarCraft mini-set
TL Mafia
Vanilla Mini Mafia TL Mafia Community Thread TL Mafia Plays: Diplomacy TL Mafia: Generative Agents Showdown Survivor II: The Amazon
Community
General
Russo-Ukrainian War Thread UK Politics Mega-thread US Politics Mega-thread Elon Musk's lies, propaganda, etc. Ask and answer stupid questions here!
Fan Clubs
Serral Fan Club
Media & Entertainment
[Manga] One Piece Movie Discussion! Anime Discussion Thread [Books] Wool by Hugh Howey
Sports
2024 - 2025 Football Thread Formula 1 Discussion NHL Playoffs 2024 NBA General Discussion
World Cup 2022
Tech Support
Computer Build, Upgrade & Buying Resource Thread Cleaning My Mechanical Keyboard How to clean a TTe Thermaltake keyboard?
TL Community
The Automated Ban List TL.net Ten Commandments
Blogs
Why 5v5 Games Keep Us Hooked…
TrAiDoS
Info SLEgma_12
SLEgma_12
SECOND COMMING
XenOsky
WombaT’s Old BW Terran Theme …
WombaT
Heero Yuy & the Tax…
KrillinFromwales
BW PvZ Balance hypothetic…
Vasoline73
ASL S19 English Commentary…
namkraft
Customize Sidebar...

Website Feedback

Closed Threads



Active: 10893 users

TL needs SC2 Writers!

Forum Index > TL Community
190 CommentsPost a Reply
Normal
Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33222 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 04:51:53
May 02 2011 21:26 GMT
#1
Position: Starcraft 2 Writer (unpaid)

Hiring Period: Indefinite
Number of Positions: Undetermined

Description

Have you read the front page lately? And I don't mean simply glancing at it before you go to click on one of the forums (those who have their landing pages set at /forum need not apply), I mean actually clicking on the articles and reading through them.

Maybe you really like some of our stuff, and some of it perhaps not as much. Same with us, mostly. Though we pride ourselves on our news, we're always trying to make it better. That's where you (might) come in.

We're looking for new SC II writers to cover the e-Sports scene. There's a ton of tournaments with a ton of games lately, and we're feeling rather undermanned. We're gonna need new writers to cover all of the major tournaments, cover them well, and do it in a TIMELY manner.

What kind of stuff do we need written?

Well first, there's the basic stuff. Short match reports, upcoming match previews, player profiles, etc. It's not the most interesting stuff in the world for most writers, but it's stuff that's gotta get done. We like to get those kinda things over with as efficiently as we can, so we can move onto cooler stuff.

Here's something that might interest those of you who cut their teeth with SC II: Starcraft 1 still has a deeper, richer scene. Don't believe me? Read any of the recent Proleague or MSL news posts, or check out the the Brood War forums. Sure, it may look like a bunch of obsessive fanboy-ism at first, but that's precisely the kind of interest and passion that drove Brood War on for over ten years.

Starcraft II is a younger game for sure, so there's not as much history to draw from. But even so, there are definitely some interesting characters, bitter rivalries, e-Sports drama and just tons of awesome stories waiting to be told. The intertwined fates of MKP vs MVP. The times and trials of NASL. Multiple, competing leagues worldwide. ThorZain vs MC becoming THE new standard for entertaining e-Sports matches.

These are things that need to be explored, analyzed, and written about, in only the way a truly passionate fan can. If you can do that, well, then we'll give the podium to you.

In short, we want writers, who will be asked to perform a simple task: Watch a league, tell us what happened, and then tell us why it was interesting.


Application process

Send an application containing the following to k.woo@teamliquid.net (WaxAngel)

  • Your TeamLiquid ID and online messenger contact information (MSN, AIM, Gchat, etc).

  • Three writing samples on the topic of SC II e-Sports. No minimum or maximum length on these, just be reasonable. Topics need only be vaguely related to e-Sports if they are interesting enough. Additional samples after the third will be ignored.

  • The league or tournament you would prefer to cover.

  • That is all. Do not send any resumes or things that were not asked for. For now, all we want to see is your writing.



* This position is unpaid
** Subscriptions will be provided for writers covering pay-to-watch leagues.
Facebook Twitter Reddit
AdministratorHey HP can you redo everything youve ever done because i have a small complaint?
Crais
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
Canada2136 Posts
May 02 2011 21:46 GMT
#2
Cool stuff. TL's writing staff is so baller
RIP MBC Game Hero
Myia
Profile Joined May 2010
173 Posts
May 02 2011 21:50 GMT
#3
I was wondering when the position may be closed to applications? Or will it be open until you have found what you are looking for?
I am the best SC2 player in the world! Except those that play Random, Protoss, Terran, or Zerg :(
Barett
Profile Joined May 2010
Canada454 Posts
May 02 2011 21:51 GMT
#4
I wish I had the free time to write. Would love to contribute. But alas, having a GF, Working Full time, Playing Tennis, and Starcraft on a daily basis leaves me with barely enough time to sleep lol.

Good luck finding people. I love reading what the TL writers have to say. They are always quality articles, and very well written.
Gym, Video Games, Laundry.
NotCptKirk
Profile Joined April 2011
Germany165 Posts
May 02 2011 21:51 GMT
#5
I was hoping that cloning technology was far enough to produce perfect Hot_Bid clones, so they could write hundreds of articles each day.

Just as TLO said on TLAttack (at least how I remeber it ): 'I think it's just a good advice in general: to live your life always asking yourself 'What would Hot_bid do?' '

Anyways, looking forward to some cool stuff coming up
Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33222 Posts
May 02 2011 21:51 GMT
#6
Open for an indefinite amount of time, until we are pleased with what we have. Pretty much what you said :o
AdministratorHey HP can you redo everything youve ever done because i have a small complaint?
TheWoodLeagueAllstar
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United Kingdom617 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 21:53:48
May 02 2011 21:53 GMT
#7
ill apply to this, do the writing samples have to have been published somewhere or can we mock them up as and when in privacy?
Bunker rushing is the way to a mans heart <3
Wolf
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Korea (South)3290 Posts
May 02 2011 21:53 GMT
#8
I've been thinking of applying for this for a while now. I could crank out some sick articles.
Commentatorhttp://twitter.com/proxywolf
TL+ Member
Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33222 Posts
May 02 2011 21:59 GMT
#9
On May 03 2011 06:53 Frack wrote:
ill apply to this, do the writing samples have to have been published somewhere or can we mock them up as and when in privacy?


I don't care where or what format they're in as long as I can read them.
AdministratorHey HP can you redo everything youve ever done because i have a small complaint?
Penke
Profile Joined October 2010
Sweden346 Posts
May 02 2011 21:59 GMT
#10
Is there going to be some kind of salary?
Biigfoot
Profile Joined October 2010
United States159 Posts
May 02 2011 22:02 GMT
#11
For the writing samples, would something like a battle report or some sort of game summary suffice? Or are you looking for more prose-y stuff?
Biigfoot
Profile Joined October 2010
United States159 Posts
May 02 2011 22:02 GMT
#12
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?

Unpaid position. Read the post.
baeric
Profile Joined October 2010
Germany649 Posts
May 02 2011 22:03 GMT
#13
On May 03 2011 07:02 Biigfoot wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?

Unpaid position. Read the post.


Endless TL fame. I would love to write for TL but my English is kinda sloppy :-/
green.at
Profile Blog Joined January 2010
Austria1459 Posts
May 02 2011 22:04 GMT
#14
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?

lots of respect and appreciation!
Inputting special characters into chat should no longer cause the game to crash.
Crais
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
Canada2136 Posts
May 02 2011 22:05 GMT
#15
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars
RIP MBC Game Hero
motbob
Profile Blog Joined July 2008
United States12546 Posts
May 02 2011 22:06 GMT
#16
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.
ModeratorGood content always wins.
Coolwhip
Profile Joined March 2011
927 Posts
May 02 2011 22:06 GMT
#17
Hiring implies a salary, so might want to change the title.
Biigfoot
Profile Joined October 2010
United States159 Posts
May 02 2011 22:08 GMT
#18
On May 03 2011 07:06 Coolwhip wrote:
Hiring implies a salary, so might want to change the title.

Not necessarily. It implies being paid in something, but it is not restricted to simply money. It could be a non-material thing like respect. Or hugs from HotBid. Both of which can, at times, be priceless.
Torte de Lini
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
Germany38463 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 22:09:36
May 02 2011 22:08 GMT
#19
Hiring implies employment, which is what they're doing.
Employment doesn't necessarily have salaries; just expectations, standards and work ethics.

(In reality, you work for compensation, the compensation doesn't have to be financial).

Edit: Oh and I'd be interested, but I don't feel I am adequate. Nonetheless, I remember reading about hiring more writers previously by another staff member. Was that request ever fulfilled or is this a continuation?
https://twitter.com/#!/TorteDeLini (@TorteDeLini)
Penke
Profile Joined October 2010
Sweden346 Posts
May 02 2011 22:09 GMT
#20
On May 03 2011 07:02 Biigfoot wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?

Unpaid position. Read the post.

I read, just missed it
Hot_Bid
Profile Blog Joined October 2003
Braavos36374 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 22:15:55
May 02 2011 22:12 GMT
#21
On May 03 2011 07:06 Coolwhip wrote:
Hiring implies a salary, so might want to change the title.

Lots of companies hire interns, they definitely say "hire intern" and many of the positions are unpaid. Are you sure all these major corporations are incorrectly using the term?

Also, you might want to change your post because salary implies a periodic payment rather than a per-hour or per-article wage. Lots of employees are hired but don't have salaries.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salary
@Hot_Bid on Twitter - ESPORTS life since 2010 - http://i.imgur.com/U2psw.png
Crais
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
Canada2136 Posts
May 02 2011 22:14 GMT
#22
On May 03 2011 07:06 motbob wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.


Well if its only 10 million..........
RIP MBC Game Hero
islandman
Profile Blog Joined February 2011
United States14 Posts
May 02 2011 22:14 GMT
#23
Are there any topics you recommend we write about specifically in the category of SCII e-Sports?
neeb
Profile Joined March 2011
United States367 Posts
May 02 2011 22:14 GMT
#24
On May 03 2011 07:02 Biigfoot wrote:
For the writing samples, would something like a battle report or some sort of game summary suffice? Or are you looking for more prose-y stuff?


Also wondering this oOo
Playhem.com | ConvergenceGaming.com | Twitter @cvgNeeb | twitch.tv/NeebSC2
palanq
Profile Blog Joined December 2004
United States761 Posts
May 02 2011 22:16 GMT
#25
why you want this position:
1) millions of ESPORTS dollars
2) fame and glory
3) practice and show off your writing skills for EPEEN points
4) put it on your resume for that job writing editorials for NYT and/or the Enquirer
time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana
Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33222 Posts
May 02 2011 22:16 GMT
#26
in terms of topics for writing samples, I really don't care as long as it is loosely related to e-sports in some way.

Just send in stuff you think you wrote well, and that should be fine :O
AdministratorHey HP can you redo everything youve ever done because i have a small complaint?
DeepBlu2
Profile Blog Joined April 2004
United States975 Posts
May 02 2011 22:16 GMT
#27
I've been on TL for a long, long time.. Might have to look into this. ^^
u gotta sk8
Sermokala
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
United States13817 Posts
May 02 2011 22:18 GMT
#28
I'll put in my effort with this weeks NASL's

My grammer and spelling is trash but I do think I will enjoy writing a bit if nothing else.
A wise man will say that he knows nothing. We're gona party like its 2752 Hail Dark Brandon
Scribble
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
2077 Posts
May 02 2011 22:26 GMT
#29
On May 03 2011 07:08 Biigfoot wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:06 Coolwhip wrote:
Hiring implies a salary, so might want to change the title.

Not necessarily. It implies being paid in something, but it is not restricted to simply money. It could be a non-material thing like respect. Or hugs from HotBid. Both of which can, at times, be priceless.


To hell with money. True thugs get hugs.
n0ise
Profile Joined April 2010
3452 Posts
May 02 2011 22:27 GMT
#30
On May 03 2011 07:12 Hot_Bid wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:06 Coolwhip wrote:
Hiring implies a salary, so might want to change the title.

Lots of companies hire interns, they definitely say "hire intern" and many of the positions are unpaid. Are you sure all these major corporations are incorrectly using the term?

Also, you might want to change your post because salary implies a periodic payment rather than a per-hour or per-article wage. Lots of employees are hired but don't have salaries.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salary


http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/hire

Since we're 'wikiquoting'. No real two ways about it if you want to go for clarity/transparency

But it's your thread - gl with getting an appropriate application!
Kralic
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
Canada2628 Posts
May 02 2011 22:27 GMT
#31
On May 03 2011 07:06 motbob wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.



Why would I want to pay 10 million esport dollars to write on TL?

+ Show Spoiler +
Who am I kidding I would do that in a heart beat.
Brood War forever!
NemesysTV
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1088 Posts
May 02 2011 22:31 GMT
#32
What if your like 14 and want to give this a shot even though your young but you have a reporting experience
Patriot.dlk
Profile Blog Joined October 2004
Sweden5462 Posts
May 02 2011 22:33 GMT
#33
Sounds great, going to be great with some new blood.
Grettin
Profile Joined April 2010
42381 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 22:34:14
May 02 2011 22:34 GMT
#34
Good luck with the search. I doubt nothing can beat the broodwar writers ever, but maybe someone can prove me wrong?
"If I had force-fields in Brood War, I'd never lose." -Bisu
bkrow
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
Australia8532 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 22:38:17
May 02 2011 22:37 GMT
#35
On May 03 2011 07:31 Stealth.Ninja wrote:
What if your like 14 and want to give this a shot even though your young but you have a reporting experience

Try it dude! The worst case is you don't get it and you're no worse off than you are now.

If you feel you can handle it, apply!
In The Rear With The Gear .. *giggle* /////////// cobra-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA!!!!
Lotar
Profile Joined September 2010
132 Posts
May 02 2011 22:38 GMT
#36
On May 03 2011 07:08 Torte de Lini wrote:
Hiring implies employment, which is what they're doing.
Employment doesn't necessarily have salaries;

The first four definitions of Wiktionary suggest otherwise. Of course, people could argue over the next few pages over the meanings and definitions of "hiring", "employment" or even "salary" but it would be just about as pointless as arguing that "rape" can be used as a synonym to "pillage."

It's easier to just rename this news "TL is recruiting SC2 Writers" to avoid any confusion.
Sporadic44
Profile Blog Joined January 2011
United States533 Posts
May 02 2011 22:44 GMT
#37
this is great to hear. i've been looking for ways to give back to the community for awhile now. ill be hashing out sample pieces tonight. =)
"Opportunities multiply as they are seized."
Sprungjeezy
Profile Blog Joined June 2010
United States1313 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 22:45:27
May 02 2011 22:44 GMT
#38
On May 03 2011 07:38 Lotar wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:08 Torte de Lini wrote:
Hiring implies employment, which is what they're doing.
Employment doesn't necessarily have salaries;

The first four definitions of Wiktionary suggest otherwise. Of course, people could argue over the next few pages over the meanings and definitions of "hiring", "employment" or even "salary" but it would be just about as pointless as arguing that "rape" can be used as a synonym to "pillage."

It's easier to just rename this news "TL is recruiting SC2 Writers" to avoid any confusion.


There is no confusion, just a raging debate over something extraordinarily trivial. Do your parents know you're argumentative?

Quoting dictionaries implies that you do not understand the word, thus should not have posted in the first place because you in fact did not understand the word in the first place.

edit: forgot about the actual topic of thread. Wish I had the free time to try this, GL to anyone who applies.
NemesysTV
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1088 Posts
May 02 2011 22:44 GMT
#39
Can the topics that you send already be reported but put on ur own words?
GreYMisT
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States6736 Posts
May 02 2011 22:47 GMT
#40
cool! looking to try applying!!!!
"life of lively to live to life of full life thx to shield battery" / Join TL Mafia! http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/index.php?show_part=31
quaffle
Profile Joined December 2010
United States249 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 22:49:22
May 02 2011 22:48 GMT
#41
A sign that SCII is expanding at a health rate! I love all the reports people write here, I hope some very talented people apply for this. Sadly, my major is math, not english. =P
Your success is only measured by the strength of your competitors.
Aspida
Profile Joined June 2010
United States19 Posts
May 02 2011 22:49 GMT
#42
How long are the turnaround times? Do we have 24 hours to get the analysis in after the event? or does it need to be quicker than that? If deadlines are reasonable, and can work around a 9-5, I would gladly volunteer.
Sgany
Profile Blog Joined July 2010
United Kingdom790 Posts
May 02 2011 23:00 GMT
#43
Something I would love to do, but not sure my English writing ability would be up to par, I have a lot of spare time so I shall give it a shot :D
NaDa <3, MMA <3, Bisu <3,
Ribbon
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States5278 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 23:04:29
May 02 2011 23:02 GMT
#44
Oh, this is going to be baller. I'm definitely going to apply for this tonight

Edit: How do you want it formatted? HTML? BBcode? Just text, thank you?
Lotar
Profile Joined September 2010
132 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-02 23:09:36
May 02 2011 23:05 GMT
#45
On May 03 2011 07:44 Sprungjeezy wrote:
There is no confusion, just a raging debate over something extraordinarily trivial. Do your parents know you're argumentative?

Quoting dictionaries implies that you do not understand the word, thus should not have posted in the first place because you in fact did not understand the word in the first place.

It is clear that several people came to this thread thinking that TL was hiring (in the dictionary sense of the word) writers. Changing the word to "recruiting" would probably save us this argument as well those personal attacks.

Alternatively, if the usage of the word is intentional in an effort to grab the attention of more readers, the "unpaid" nature of the position could be specified in the first paragraphe. This way you still get the thread views and you avoid most of the confusion.

Note: I will not read this thread any further to avoid getting baited into a pointless argument.
NemesysTV
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1088 Posts
May 02 2011 23:08 GMT
#46
On May 03 2011 08:02 Ribbon wrote:
Oh, this is going to be baller. I'm definitely going to apply for this tonight

Edit: How do you want it formatted? HTML? BBcode? Just text, thank you?


Also wondering this and if you can write about articles or news already written about in your own words
jdseemoreglass
Profile Blog Joined July 2010
United States3773 Posts
May 02 2011 23:08 GMT
#47
Damn... I got an offer to write for mym but I ignored it, and now this is so tempting. I love to write, and I can do it damn well if I try, but SC2 just doesn't inspire me as much as other topics...
"If you want this forum to be full of half-baked philosophy discussions between pompous faggots like yourself forever, stay the course captain vanilla" - FakeSteve[TPR], 2006
peekn
Profile Blog Joined June 2010
United States1152 Posts
May 02 2011 23:09 GMT
#48
Oh very exciting indeed, should be awesome to see some new blood on the TL writing team. Best of luck to those applying.
semantics
Profile Blog Joined November 2009
10040 Posts
May 02 2011 23:09 GMT
#49
I demand esports bucks or so help me i will write for tl.
Also people think of connotative meanings of hire they inferred compensation although in general any way of wording it infers that you get something, be it if you used position, openings et al.
Roffles *
Profile Blog Joined April 2007
Pitcairn19291 Posts
May 02 2011 23:12 GMT
#50
Some of the best posters here on the site started up as writers. Here's your chance to show everyone what you can bring to the table.

If you're looking for something in return for this job, then you shouldn't even bother.
God Bless
epikAnglory
Profile Blog Joined April 2011
United States1120 Posts
May 02 2011 23:13 GMT
#51
Will our account age and post count influence the acceptance of us?
710+ Posts with a Probe Icon =D
KOPF
Profile Blog Joined January 2010
Finland164 Posts
May 02 2011 23:13 GMT
#52
Good luck to all the applicants!
Espelz
Profile Joined October 2010
Germany818 Posts
May 02 2011 23:14 GMT
#53
On May 03 2011 07:06 motbob wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.


ESPORTS dollars are on their way down, can i get paid in ESPORT euros instead ?

On a serious note : Looking forward to more great SC2 coverage, if you still search when I´m done with all my university stuff thats going on right now, I might give it a try myself

"Its not over till Fantasy gg´s" - Sayle
TemplarCo.
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
Mexico2870 Posts
May 02 2011 23:28 GMT
#54
Does every kind of this 3 writing samples are full articles of "x" (the full article counts as 1) thing or just lets say a NASL match up preview (or which every preview counts as 1)??
With an average game length of 7m36s over his 6 games in GSL3, this is a no-brainer. BitByBit pulls more SCVs than yo momma at a club on Mar Sara. ♞
Engore
Profile Blog Joined February 2011
United States1916 Posts
May 02 2011 23:40 GMT
#55
Why am i still 2 years away from a degree in journalism? Fuck.
EG | Liquid | Dignitas | FXO | SlayerS | TSL | iS | Fan of pretty much all players ^_^ | SeleCT <3 forever! Axslav <3
chobopeon
Profile Blog Joined May 2003
United States7342 Posts
May 02 2011 23:42 GMT
#56
On May 03 2011 08:40 Engore wrote:
Why am i still 2 years away from a degree in journalism? Fuck.


as someone who went to school for journalism: you wont magically jump up in talent when you receive the degree. why not apply now?
:O
Tschis
Profile Joined November 2010
Brazil1511 Posts
May 02 2011 23:46 GMT
#57
I've been doing some translations to PT-BR from various articles, too bad it's not a translator you need =P

Brazilian scene looks week anyway ={

Gl whoever apply, make us proud :}
"A coward is not someone that runs from a battle knowing he will lose. A coward is someone who challenges a weak knowing he will win."
epikAnglory
Profile Blog Joined April 2011
United States1120 Posts
May 02 2011 23:50 GMT
#58
Can the articles be made up? Such as IdrA vs Jaedong (not that absurd that is, just an example) Preview? It helps show free writing skills a bit more.
710+ Posts with a Probe Icon =D
Glaven
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Canada554 Posts
May 03 2011 00:00 GMT
#59
God damn I'm heading out tomorrow for a few days and I don't think I can whip out any SC2/esports related writing. Can I send you three writing samples about topics like parastate industry in Mexico and Brazil or something, I promise you my writing skills transfer over to esports related stuff ^.^
Special Tactics
Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33222 Posts
May 03 2011 00:08 GMT
#60
to everyone: stop second guessing yourself and just send in stuff about starcraft that you enjoyed writing the most
AdministratorHey HP can you redo everything youve ever done because i have a small complaint?
KiLL_ORdeR
Profile Blog Joined June 2009
United States1518 Posts
May 03 2011 00:16 GMT
#61
Sounds like an awesome gig, and may look good on the resume for those looking to go into some sort of journalism field.

I'm a good writer, and would definitely apply, but unfortunately I need to get paid this summer and probably won't have the time
In order to move forward, we must rid ourselves of that which holds us back. Check out my stream and give me tips! twitch.tv/intotheskyy
MechKing
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
United States3004 Posts
May 03 2011 00:40 GMT
#62
I would do it but I'm not that good of a writer Good luck to all that apply!
Cofo
Profile Blog Joined June 2010
United States1388 Posts
May 03 2011 00:50 GMT
#63
I'd assume not, but just to be clarify: The evaluation is ONLY on writing, so no bonus points for making your battle reports look nice with screenshots/banners?
+ Show Spoiler +
TheWoodLeagueAllstar
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United Kingdom617 Posts
May 03 2011 00:50 GMT
#64
im not sure i can think of 3 samples that are sufficiently different from each other, tbh i just like the idea of doing some of the recaps that tl writers do, they always seem so informative, a real good read
Bunker rushing is the way to a mans heart <3
Noxie
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States2227 Posts
May 03 2011 00:53 GMT
#65
Good luck to all that apply!
ImmortalTofu
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
United States1254 Posts
May 03 2011 01:15 GMT
#66
I'm going to apply, as I love TL and want to give back to the community, but don't have that much time! How much would I be expected to write for the community if I were to apply and be accepted? I couldn't do battle reports, as I almost never have time to watch VODs, but have a lot of knowledge about new players and rivalries, as well as know stats on almost all the names in the biz!

I would be willing to write 2-3 articles a month, evenly spaced with a good week or so or forewarning about anything player-related!
"Friendship ain't a business deal"
Sealteam
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Australia296 Posts
May 03 2011 01:17 GMT
#67
Does TL have a professional writing team or are all the writers volunteers?
Froadac
Profile Blog Joined July 2009
United States6733 Posts
May 03 2011 01:17 GMT
#68
Best of luck to those who apply. If I did writing on esports, I'd apply. If I just wrote some random esports articles could I apply?
L3g3nd_
Profile Joined July 2010
New Zealand10461 Posts
May 03 2011 01:23 GMT
#69
I would apply if i wasnt already doing this for another website, maybe one day! :D hope TL gets some great new writers!
https://twitter.com/#!/IrisAnother
Yoshi Kirishima
Profile Blog Joined July 2009
United States10317 Posts
May 03 2011 01:27 GMT
#70
Omg subscriptions! YES

Hm, how often would you have to write? If there's at least a couple writers, there is usually may be an average of 4 articles a week, excluding things like interviews etc. I'm definitely interested but if it's too much I may not be able to do it because of school and stuff
Mid-master streaming MECH ONLY + commentary www.twitch.tv/yoshikirishima +++ "If all-in fails, all-in again."
Vansetsu
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1454 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 04:49:36
May 03 2011 01:27 GMT
#71
I've inquired about something like this in the past, definitely going to apply now that there seems to be a demand for writers. Should have my app in tonight, crossing my fingers ^^ Edit: All done, that feels good :D
Only by overcoming many obstacles does a river become - デイヴィ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ド
LaO-Tyros_Reffa
Profile Joined May 2005
Netherlands50 Posts
May 03 2011 01:31 GMT
#72
On May 03 2011 09:16 KiLL_ORdeR wrote:
I'm a good writer, and would definitely apply, but unfortunately I need to get paid this summer and probably won't have the time



THIS.
I would apply 100% if there was any reasonable payment in 'money' - besides the 10 million E-Sports dollars or hugs from <enter fav TL member here>.
I love TL and the community - and watch literally all GSL matches and any other (NASL, etc) matches I can. However, I do like to put peanut-butter on my bread; no payment doesn't help with that, unfortunately.
laguu
Profile Joined October 2009
Finland278 Posts
May 03 2011 01:36 GMT
#73
Can't wait to read some more awesome SC2 articles in the future. I hope the new guys will deliver, since the bw writers have set the bar quite high

Are we going to have an SC2 Power Rank(tm) soon??
Arguing with a fool proves there are two.
NrG.NeverExpo
Profile Blog Joined December 2008
Canada2114 Posts
May 03 2011 01:41 GMT
#74
I was thrown off by the "Hiring" part xD. I'm sure there are a lot of fantastic writers out there who would be willing to do this for free though. I would have loved to help out but since I already run my own site it would be hard to make time for both O_o
TwitteR: @NeverExpo follow me, i'll follow back :)
gumshoe
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
Canada3602 Posts
May 03 2011 01:48 GMT
#75
There is nothing, I repeat absolutely nothing more intriguing to me than an opportunity to actually give colour to to a sport with a massive and yet still growing pallet, unfortunately the link i try to go to to apply keeps sending me right back to the team liquid homepage,I'm probably misunderstanding the entire navigation system aren't I,if so please excuse my technological ineptitude. Can someone please tell me how exactly to apply? I would be endlessly grateful.
gumshoe bullshitting at 120%~~Prplz
gumshoe
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
Canada3602 Posts
May 03 2011 01:49 GMT
#76
My god im an idiot, its an email, please disregard the previous post.
gumshoe bullshitting at 120%~~Prplz
NemesysTV
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1088 Posts
May 03 2011 02:15 GMT
#77
On May 03 2011 07:37 bkrow wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:31 Stealth.Ninja wrote:
What if your like 14 and want to give this a shot even though your young but you have a reporting experience

Try it dude! The worst case is you don't get it and you're no worse off than you are now.

If you feel you can handle it, apply!


Thanks i decided to try to apply as it might help somewhat with high school as i am taking a journalism course on it
MechKing
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
United States3004 Posts
May 03 2011 02:30 GMT
#78
Btw, is there a specific site you want us to upload it to or something like that?
infinitestory
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States4053 Posts
May 03 2011 02:32 GMT
#79
On May 03 2011 10:17 Sealteam wrote:
Does TL have a professional writing team or are all the writers volunteers?

Most but not all of TL staff is a volunteer force.
Translator:3
NemesysTV
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1088 Posts
May 03 2011 02:33 GMT
#80
Sent in application to k.woo@teamliquid.net
LasTLiE
Profile Blog Joined April 2009
United States428 Posts
May 03 2011 02:36 GMT
#81
Although I don't think I'm a great writer, I'm gonna apply. I love ESPORTS and want to try to help anyway I can. ESPORTS fightingu~
"[21:01] kjwcj: i wanna put an aftermarket heatsink on your northbridge, lastlie" http://twitter.com/ThatGuyLastly
Marou
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Germany1371 Posts
May 03 2011 02:51 GMT
#82
How long the application process is going to last ? I plan on applying but i need some time to translate and rewrite old writings.
Since english is not my native language and that i have a lot of urgent things going on i don't know if i'll be able to submit my application on time
twitter@RickyMarou
Licmyobelisk
Profile Blog Joined August 2008
Philippines3682 Posts
May 03 2011 03:03 GMT
#83
this is why Plexa was such a huge loss anyway good luck to the people applying and I hope you can fill in the shoes of our beloved toss
I don't think I've ever wished my opponent good luck prior to a game. When I play, I play to win. I hope every opponent I ever have is cursed with fucking terrible luck. I hope they're stuck playing underneath a stepladder with a black cat in attendance a
HolyArrow
Profile Blog Joined August 2010
United States7116 Posts
May 03 2011 03:09 GMT
#84
Curious as to when the deadline to this is? I'm soon entering my finals week right now so I'd rather focus on that, but I'd love to apply once I'm done with my finals.
shindigs
Profile Blog Joined May 2009
United States4795 Posts
May 03 2011 04:01 GMT
#85
School is killing me, but what the hell I can make time for TL and ESPORTS. Sending in my app, it'd be great to work with Waxangel and co. <3
Photographer@shindags || twitch.tv/shindigs
doffe
Profile Joined June 2010
Sweden636 Posts
May 03 2011 04:18 GMT
#86
I wish my english would be good enough to take a position like this but truly I think it is not. I have both the interest and the time needed since I work nights in sweden with alot of spare time (and I am more or less always able to do things like this at work). Sadly, I asume that you should be a native english speaker for this to be written well enough for everyone to enjoy. I so admire everyone who take so much of their spare time to contribute to this community for to be completly frank, without those people TL would be so much less and without TL I myself woult most likely not have discovered the beauty of E-sports!

GL in finding writers!
justdweezil
Profile Joined July 2009
United States186 Posts
May 03 2011 04:47 GMT
#87
Hiring? Shouldn't it be "recruiting" since you're not paying?
On_Slaught
Profile Joined August 2008
United States12190 Posts
May 03 2011 04:51 GMT
#88
I probably don't even have to ask this, but i'm right in assuming all application papers will be posted for public humiliation and scrutiny right?

:7


(Seriously tho, GL to everybody doing this... i'm a terrible writer but the job would be fun since I keep pretty uptodate anyways)

.Aar
Profile Joined September 2010
2177 Posts
May 03 2011 04:52 GMT
#89
I haven't been watching too many games lately, so I don't know if I'd be qualified to do something like this..

Hopefully I'll find the time to get StarCraft back into my schedule and then, if TL is still looking for help, I'll apply.

To anyone considering it: do it! If you have the time and the skill, this is a great way to get involved in the community!
now run into the setting sun, and suffer, but don't mess up your hair.
Hot_Bid
Profile Blog Joined October 2003
Braavos36374 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 04:55:39
May 03 2011 04:53 GMT
#90
On May 03 2011 08:05 Lotar wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:44 Sprungjeezy wrote:
There is no confusion, just a raging debate over something extraordinarily trivial. Do your parents know you're argumentative?

Quoting dictionaries implies that you do not understand the word, thus should not have posted in the first place because you in fact did not understand the word in the first place.

It is clear that several people came to this thread thinking that TL was hiring (in the dictionary sense of the word) writers. Changing the word to "recruiting" would probably save us this argument as well those personal attacks.

Alternatively, if the usage of the word is intentional in an effort to grab the attention of more readers, the "unpaid" nature of the position could be specified in the first paragraphe. This way you still get the thread views and you avoid most of the confusion.

Note: I will not read this thread any further to avoid getting baited into a pointless argument.

I kind of understand your point? I'll change the thread title.

But honestly, do you really think that fake fooling people into thinking its a paid position was really our goal? It's completely unintentional, and kind of ridiculous that anyone would think this is a reasonable strategy for getting a good volunteer writer.
@Hot_Bid on Twitter - ESPORTS life since 2010 - http://i.imgur.com/U2psw.png
Jonoman92
Profile Blog Joined September 2006
United States9102 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 04:57:58
May 03 2011 04:55 GMT
#91
On May 03 2011 13:18 doffe wrote:
I wish my english would be good enough to take a position like this but truly I think it is not. I have both the interest and the time needed since I work nights in sweden with alot of spare time (and I am more or less always able to do things like this at work). Sadly, I asume that you should be a native english speaker for this to be written well enough for everyone to enjoy. I so admire everyone who take so much of their spare time to contribute to this community for to be completly frank, without those people TL would be so much less and without TL I myself woult most likely not have discovered the beauty of E-sports!

GL in finding writers!


Your English is pretty good man! Nice to know people appreciate the writers' work, I prefer to take and give nothing back because I'm a bad person.


On May 03 2011 13:47 justdweezil wrote:
Hiring? Shouldn't it be "recruiting" since you're not paying?


No, I feel that recruiting is less formal a word and implies the recruiter is more desperate. Hiring has a more selective connotation imo. Also, you get the chance to contribute which is priceless.
xphantomx
Profile Joined February 2011
United States37 Posts
May 03 2011 05:07 GMT
#92
i would apply, but i dont know if i have the writing skills yet. i guess i will anyway though lol it could be awesome practice for the journalism class im taking next year : )
to live doesn't mean your alive
tree.hugger
Profile Blog Joined May 2009
Philadelphia, PA10406 Posts
May 03 2011 05:15 GMT
#93
On May 03 2011 08:12 Roffles wrote:
Some of the best posters here on the site started up as writers. Here's your chance to show everyone what you can bring to the table.

If you're looking for something in return for this job, then you shouldn't even bother.

Some of the best writers on the site started up as good posters. Contribute and thou shalt be noticed.
ModeratorEffOrt, Snow, GuMiho, and Team Liquid
Arrian
Profile Blog Joined February 2008
United States889 Posts
May 03 2011 05:22 GMT
#94
On May 03 2011 07:06 motbob wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.


Ho-hum how times have changed. I only got 6 mil an MSL season.

On the contributing side to this generally contributing-oriented post, join writers because we're cool and our hazing is so much less humiliating than the graphics team. Seriously it can be a good bit of work but it's rewarding and you get lots of quality help. Your work will be appreciated, and you get a chance to be an important part of the largest e-Sports website in the world.
Writersator arepo tenet opera rotas
ptrpb
Profile Joined March 2011
Canada753 Posts
May 03 2011 05:23 GMT
#95
I think I'll apply; while english isn't my strongest subject, I do love to share my opinion and vision of a game or a series.
Question though, are the writers who are accepted going to be put into a sort of trial period? If so, what would the trial period judge and how long would it be approximately?
Thanks in advance.
MBAACC | SG | shit at fighting games
jazzbassmatt
Profile Joined August 2010
United States566 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 05:29:35
May 03 2011 05:27 GMT
#96
this website would be so cool if it was like mtg.com (a similar site for magic: the gathering), which has regular high-quality news and strategy articles each day. That website is run by well-paid, employees though, so it could be difficult to get it to that level of quality.

EDIT: the site is now http://www.wizards.com/Magic
kathode
Profile Joined April 2010
United States265 Posts
May 03 2011 05:57 GMT
#97
Awesome!!

I actually was wanting to become a writer a while ago, but had no idea how to become one.

I'll see my schedule for this summer and most likely will apply this weekend (finals week now =\). I'm great friends with TrueRedemption and have met several other writers in person (such as motbob even though I'm sure he doesn't remember me when I found him at the Collegiate ESports Series event in Indy haha). I would love to be part of the writer team if I get accepted, these guys are awesome.
Collegiate E-Sports Series Co-Founder/Administrator
lorkac
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
United States2297 Posts
May 03 2011 06:00 GMT
#98
I wish my schedule allowed me to watch the games more promptly

One can't report something several days late--it's not a very good way to cover news.
By the truth we are undone. Life is a dream. Tis waking that kills us. He who robs us of our dreams robs us of our life --Orlando: A Biography
mahkan
Profile Blog Joined July 2010
United States153 Posts
May 03 2011 06:16 GMT
#99
I should try and write some stuff later. Since the first season of the IPL ended theres plenty to talk about.
Ribbon
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States5278 Posts
May 03 2011 06:31 GMT
#100
What qualifies as a "sample"? I want to write a "foreigner special" for Huk. If I have an intro, and outro, and recaps of his two games, does that count as one sample?

Are you looking exclusively for "journalism" style recaps and such? Or just SC2/e-sports in general ("How to convince your dad to watch e-sports with you")?

Are all writings considered Serious Business?
Perplex
Profile Joined March 2011
United States1693 Posts
May 03 2011 06:58 GMT
#101
What is the deadline on this?
http://www.lolking.net/summoner/na/24238059
Glaven
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Canada554 Posts
May 03 2011 07:00 GMT
#102
Can I submit my erotic starcraft themed fan fiction?
Special Tactics
Belisarius
Profile Joined November 2010
Australia6225 Posts
May 03 2011 07:01 GMT
#103
Paging this dude: http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=204643#1

He's done several like it. I was impressed.
HolyArrow
Profile Blog Joined August 2010
United States7116 Posts
May 03 2011 07:06 GMT
#104
On May 03 2011 16:01 Belisarius wrote:
Paging this dude: http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=204643#1

He's done several like it. I was impressed.


Agreed. Hope he applies, because he's great.
EtherealDeath
Profile Blog Joined July 2007
United States8366 Posts
May 03 2011 07:10 GMT
#105
Do successful applicants get an @teamliquid.net email like you waxangel? Cause that'd be the greatest thing ever.
flamewheel
Profile Blog Joined December 2009
FREEAGLELAND26781 Posts
May 03 2011 07:49 GMT
#106
On May 03 2011 14:22 Arrian wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 07:06 motbob wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.


Ho-hum how times have changed. I only got 6 mil an MSL season.

On the contributing side to this generally contributing-oriented post, join writers because we're cool and our hazing is so much less humiliating than the graphics team. Seriously it can be a good bit of work but it's rewarding and you get lots of quality help. Your work will be appreciated, and you get a chance to be an important part of the largest e-Sports website in the world.

Why you no write for MSL no more
Writerdamn, i was two days from retirement
Gara
Profile Joined March 2011
Canada435 Posts
May 03 2011 08:11 GMT
#107
Do we have to watch games live to be qualify for the position? I would love to write some GSL stuff but my time zone makes it impossible to watch the games live.
Motion
Profile Joined January 2010
Germany183 Posts
May 03 2011 08:56 GMT
#108
not a single "thank you" in the topic ^^
http://www.gentle-nerds.com
Keype
Profile Joined March 2010
Sweden455 Posts
May 03 2011 09:23 GMT
#109
This sounds really cool, maybe will give it a shot, as I am indeed a truly esports fan and are following many leagues most of them atleast and would love to do this. I think my writing skills isn't up to the same level as my passion for it though. Gl to every one who apply!
Tornado Terran Fighting!
Boundz(DarKo)
Profile Joined March 2009
5311 Posts
May 03 2011 09:51 GMT
#110
How to I sign up? (I am asking because I am high and in need of directions)
EtherealDeath
Profile Blog Joined July 2007
United States8366 Posts
May 03 2011 10:34 GMT
#111
On May 03 2011 16:49 flamewheel wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 14:22 Arrian wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:06 motbob wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.


Ho-hum how times have changed. I only got 6 mil an MSL season.

On the contributing side to this generally contributing-oriented post, join writers because we're cool and our hazing is so much less humiliating than the graphics team. Seriously it can be a good bit of work but it's rewarding and you get lots of quality help. Your work will be appreciated, and you get a chance to be an important part of the largest e-Sports website in the world.

Why you no write for MSL no more


Hey you I'm gonna write up some super sexy awesome stuff today, time to join you in the pen island.

+ Show Spoiler +
Meh bad punny puns
doffe
Profile Joined June 2010
Sweden636 Posts
May 03 2011 12:00 GMT
#112
On May 03 2011 13:55 Jonoman92 wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 13:18 doffe wrote:
I wish my english would be good enough to take a position like this but truly I think it is not. I have both the interest and the time needed since I work nights in sweden with alot of spare time (and I am more or less always able to do things like this at work). Sadly, I asume that you should be a native english speaker for this to be written well enough for everyone to enjoy. I so admire everyone who take so much of their spare time to contribute to this community for to be completly frank, without those people TL would be so much less and without TL I myself woult most likely not have discovered the beauty of E-sports!

GL in finding writers!


Your English is pretty good man! Nice to know people appreciate the writers' work, I prefer to take and give nothing back because I'm a bad person.





Well, I can speak/write and understand "fluently" and my forum posts might be decent but an entire article or a recap of a game would contain sooooo many errors its not even funny. And its such a huge difference in writing something somewhat professional compared to these <500 word posts =)
captive411
Profile Blog Joined August 2010
United States80 Posts
May 03 2011 12:07 GMT
#113
Guys, I sent in this submission. Tell me what you think. I've been writing for a while, but I'm rusty. Starting to get my voice back in the latest post: theSC2report
twitter.com/stormcrack
Surili
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
United Kingdom1141 Posts
May 03 2011 12:33 GMT
#114
I had no idea how to write one, but i have always wanted to be able to contribute to this community, so i wrote three differently styled submissions on short notice and sent them in, i hope you guys think they are worthy.
Number one: A battle report of Zenio vs Boxer, i would have added pictures, but you wanted to see my writing.
Number two: An argument for how PvP is a thoroughly underated match up. Basically a hype post.
Number three: The story of how my brother got into starcraft which i wrote from his perspective after he told me about it.
The question i have now is will i get a reply? That is to say, whether or not it is decide that TL would like me to write for them, will i get an message telling me, and how long will the decision process take?

Thanks, Surili.
The world is ending what should we do about it?
Fatty_Tuna
Profile Joined May 2011
Australia2 Posts
May 03 2011 12:38 GMT
#115
I created a TL account just to do this. Let's rock!
JIMMY NO!
Count9
Profile Blog Joined May 2009
China10928 Posts
May 03 2011 12:42 GMT
#116
So, before everyone signs up, can someone describe what it's like to work as a writer for TL?
DiaBoLuS
Profile Joined September 2010
Germany1638 Posts
May 03 2011 12:47 GMT
#117
Sc2.

did i win?
European Ranking: http://www.teamliquid.net/blogs/viewblog.php?topic_id=182293
Niten
Profile Blog Joined October 2009
United States598 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 13:25:36
May 03 2011 13:25 GMT
#118
On May 03 2011 21:38 Fatty_Tuna wrote:
I created a TL account just to do this. Let's rock!


What a good first post! And I write that including no sarcasm and all the heartfelt mushy feelings implied. It's awesome that people sign-up to try and participate... rather than do it to flame or complain or contribute to the cholesterol clogging up the site.
Korra: "Ok, I know that I'm not good at emotions, but that's what Tenzin's gonna teach me, right? He's gonna teach me to be happy and gentle and spiritual, and the rest of that bullsh**t."
deth
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
Australia1757 Posts
May 03 2011 13:41 GMT
#119
Spent 5 hours tonight writing my submissions, really enjoyed it.
Surili
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
United Kingdom1141 Posts
May 03 2011 13:47 GMT
#120
On May 03 2011 22:41 deth wrote:
Spent 5 hours tonight writing my submissions, really enjoyed it.

I know exactly how you feel, i really enjoyed writing mine too. I think if they are rejected i might just post them as blogs anyway
The world is ending what should we do about it?
NemesysTV
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1088 Posts
May 03 2011 15:27 GMT
#121
On May 03 2011 22:41 deth wrote:
Spent 5 hours tonight writing my submissions, really enjoyed it.


i spent 6 :[ hope to get picked
Pandain
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United States12985 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 22:30:33
May 03 2011 17:38 GMT
#122
Do you want a specific subject header for the email we send you?
Also, are we allowed to use things we've already written? In particular, I created a thread on Teamliquid which talked ABOUT Esports in general, and I was wondering if I could use that.
Mr Showtime
Profile Joined April 2011
United States1353 Posts
May 03 2011 19:05 GMT
#123
On May 03 2011 07:18 sermokala wrote:
I'll put in my effort with this weeks NASL's

My grammer and spelling is trash but I do think I will enjoy writing a bit if nothing else.


Haha, not trying to sound like an A-hole, but it should be "My grammar and spelling ARE trash..."
But don't let that stop you from submitting a few writing pieces. Just make sure that you go through and edit whatever may sound wrong.
Balaclava
Profile Joined March 2011
United Kingdom22 Posts
May 03 2011 19:17 GMT
#124
would love to write, but too bad I got my finals going in a couple of weeks.
-_-
Profile Blog Joined November 2003
United States7081 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 19:32:38
May 03 2011 19:32 GMT
#125
On May 03 2011 13:53 Hot_Bid wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 08:05 Lotar wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:44 Sprungjeezy wrote:
There is no confusion, just a raging debate over something extraordinarily trivial. Do your parents know you're argumentative?

Quoting dictionaries implies that you do not understand the word, thus should not have posted in the first place because you in fact did not understand the word in the first place.

It is clear that several people came to this thread thinking that TL was hiring (in the dictionary sense of the word) writers. Changing the word to "recruiting" would probably save us this argument as well those personal attacks.

Alternatively, if the usage of the word is intentional in an effort to grab the attention of more readers, the "unpaid" nature of the position could be specified in the first paragraphe. This way you still get the thread views and you avoid most of the confusion.

Note: I will not read this thread any further to avoid getting baited into a pointless argument.

I kind of understand your point? I'll change the thread title.

But honestly, do you really think that fake fooling people into thinking its a paid position was really our goal? It's completely unintentional, and kind of ridiculous that anyone would think this is a reasonable strategy for getting a good volunteer writer.


To be honest, it was very obvious that Teamliquid's goal in this matter was to fool a skilled writer into applying (expecting recompense), and hope to strongarm him into staying. Pretty despicable.

By the way, I apologize for the edit (if anyone saw it), I was posting pictures on a porn forum I frequent and mistakenly posted them here.
Pokebunny
Profile Blog Joined June 2008
United States10654 Posts
May 03 2011 19:35 GMT
#126
On May 04 2011 04:32 -_- wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 13:53 Hot_Bid wrote:
On May 03 2011 08:05 Lotar wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:44 Sprungjeezy wrote:
There is no confusion, just a raging debate over something extraordinarily trivial. Do your parents know you're argumentative?

Quoting dictionaries implies that you do not understand the word, thus should not have posted in the first place because you in fact did not understand the word in the first place.

It is clear that several people came to this thread thinking that TL was hiring (in the dictionary sense of the word) writers. Changing the word to "recruiting" would probably save us this argument as well those personal attacks.

Alternatively, if the usage of the word is intentional in an effort to grab the attention of more readers, the "unpaid" nature of the position could be specified in the first paragraphe. This way you still get the thread views and you avoid most of the confusion.

Note: I will not read this thread any further to avoid getting baited into a pointless argument.

I kind of understand your point? I'll change the thread title.

But honestly, do you really think that fake fooling people into thinking its a paid position was really our goal? It's completely unintentional, and kind of ridiculous that anyone would think this is a reasonable strategy for getting a good volunteer writer.


To be honest, it was very obvious that Teamliquid's goal in this matter was to fool a skilled writer into applying (expecting recompense), and hope to strongarm him into staying. Pretty despicable.

By the way, I apologize for the edit (if anyone saw it), I was posting pictures on a porn forum I frequent and mistakenly posted them here.

I hope you're kidding, I think almost everyone knows that the amount of paid staff on TL is tiny.
Semipro Terran player | Pokebunny#1710 | twitter.com/Pokebunny | twitch.tv/Pokebunny | facebook.com/PokebunnySC
boyle
Profile Joined March 2011
United States134 Posts
May 03 2011 21:22 GMT
#127
hiring for unpaid position?

looking for volunteers who is up at 3:00 am (pst) 4 days a week?

Waxangel, i feel like this is a situation when you get what you pay for.
57 Corvette
Profile Blog Joined July 2010
Canada5941 Posts
May 03 2011 21:26 GMT
#128
Hmm, If I manage to find some SC2 things I feel passionate enough to write about, then I may apply. Until then...
Survival is winning, everything else is bullshit.
Golden Ghost
Profile Joined February 2003
Netherlands1041 Posts
May 03 2011 21:35 GMT
#129
On May 04 2011 06:22 boyle wrote:
hiring for unpaid position?

looking for volunteers who is up at 3:00 am (pst) 4 days a week?

Waxangel, i feel like this is a situation when you get what you pay for.

Why would you be up at 3:00 AM???
If you write about NASL / TSL / Dreamhack / MLG / ESL etc. or one of the weekly tournaments you will be perfectly able to watch them in your own timezone (depending naturally on what timezone you are in and what league you choose to write for). The only leagues you have to be up at 3:00 AM for are the Korean leagues but in SC2 those are only a (very) small part of what's going on.
Life is to give and take. You take a vacation and you give to the poor.
Firruu
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
Canada28 Posts
May 03 2011 21:47 GMT
#130
I would love to try this, but have no idea what I could possibly write about. I'm also afraid that what I write will be terrible :\
Euronyme
Profile Joined August 2010
Sweden3804 Posts
May 03 2011 22:12 GMT
#131
If I worked just a little less, (I'm basically on a work / sleep schedule atm) I'd pay to be a TL writer.
The writers here are all untouchable legends in my heart, and will remain so until the day I die.
Gentlemen. You are fucking awesome.
I bet i can maı̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̸̨̨̨̨̨̨ke you wipe your screen.
Arrian
Profile Blog Joined February 2008
United States889 Posts
May 03 2011 22:14 GMT
#132
On May 03 2011 16:49 flamewheel wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 14:22 Arrian wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:06 motbob wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:05 Crais wrote:
On May 03 2011 06:59 Penke wrote:
Is there going to be some kind of salary?


12 Million ESPORTS dollars

It's only 10 million.


Ho-hum how times have changed. I only got 6 mil an MSL season.

On the contributing side to this generally contributing-oriented post, join writers because we're cool and our hazing is so much less humiliating than the graphics team. Seriously it can be a good bit of work but it's rewarding and you get lots of quality help. Your work will be appreciated, and you get a chance to be an important part of the largest e-Sports website in the world.

Why you no write for MSL no more


RL. It first started when I was working full time, then I studied abroad and had the time of my life. Now it's other stuff. I really miss covering the BW scene though. Wish I hadn't fallen behind so far...

The other half is because writers got an influx of really good new blood like yourself just as I was phased out. The newer models are so much better at it.

On May 04 2011 04:32 -_- wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 13:53 Hot_Bid wrote:
On May 03 2011 08:05 Lotar wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:44 Sprungjeezy wrote:
There is no confusion, just a raging debate over something extraordinarily trivial. Do your parents know you're argumentative?

Quoting dictionaries implies that you do not understand the word, thus should not have posted in the first place because you in fact did not understand the word in the first place.

It is clear that several people came to this thread thinking that TL was hiring (in the dictionary sense of the word) writers. Changing the word to "recruiting" would probably save us this argument as well those personal attacks.

Alternatively, if the usage of the word is intentional in an effort to grab the attention of more readers, the "unpaid" nature of the position could be specified in the first paragraphe. This way you still get the thread views and you avoid most of the confusion.

Note: I will not read this thread any further to avoid getting baited into a pointless argument.

I kind of understand your point? I'll change the thread title.

But honestly, do you really think that fake fooling people into thinking its a paid position was really our goal? It's completely unintentional, and kind of ridiculous that anyone would think this is a reasonable strategy for getting a good volunteer writer.


To be honest, it was very obvious that Teamliquid's goal in this matter was to fool a skilled writer into applying (expecting recompense), and hope to strongarm him into staying. Pretty despicable.

By the way, I apologize for the edit (if anyone saw it), I was posting pictures on a porn forum I frequent and mistakenly posted them here.


You serious? You've been around for a while, so I'm not sure at all if you're serious or just screwing around. But yeah...no.
Writersator arepo tenet opera rotas
Niten
Profile Blog Joined October 2009
United States598 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-03 23:07:51
May 03 2011 23:06 GMT
#133
I'll apply It'd be fun to actually be on the staff side of TL. It would also serve the dual purpose of giving me a definitive reason to pay attention (not sleep through) and analyze the games I watch instead of just watching "because I like SC."

Should be putting forward my application in the next few days.
Korra: "Ok, I know that I'm not good at emotions, but that's what Tenzin's gonna teach me, right? He's gonna teach me to be happy and gentle and spiritual, and the rest of that bullsh**t."
xphantomx
Profile Joined February 2011
United States37 Posts
May 04 2011 01:38 GMT
#134
if we write something having research involved do we need a works cited section..?
to live doesn't mean your alive
Torte de Lini
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
Germany38463 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-04 02:32:19
May 04 2011 02:27 GMT
#135
On May 03 2011 08:13 iTzAnglory wrote:
Will our account age and post count influence the acceptance of us?


If you've been with us for a long time, you should know our standards a bit more Post count is irrelevant, post quality maybe.

On May 03 2011 15:31 Ribbon wrote:
What qualifies as a "sample"? I want to write a "foreigner special" for Huk. If I have an intro, and outro, and recaps of his two games, does that count as one sample?

Are you looking exclusively for "journalism" style recaps and such? Or just SC2/e-sports in general ("How to convince your dad to watch e-sports with you")?

Are all writings considered Serious Business?


Yes, that counts as one sample. The pieces have to uphold some sort of journalistic standard, not something you'd write in SC2 General to draw discussion and/or your typical blog. While most are pretty 'srs bznz', writers often inject their POV or writing style to make it less formal and more personal.

On May 03 2011 15:58 Perplex wrote:
What is the deadline on this?


Indefinite, until we find what we're looking for.

On May 03 2011 16:00 Glaven wrote:
Can I submit my erotic starcraft themed fan fiction?


What haven't I seen from Hot_Bid? But don't expect much.

On May 03 2011 16:10 EtherealDeath wrote:
Do successful applicants get an @teamliquid.net email like you waxangel? Cause that'd be the greatest thing ever.


No, only the cool kids get e-mails.

On May 03 2011 17:11 Gara wrote:
Do we have to watch games live to be qualify for the position? I would love to write some GSL stuff but my time zone makes it impossible to watch the games live.


No, technically you don't. We have deadlines and such for each writer to submit their portion of a write-up that are usually due 24-36 hours after the games have been played. If it is a cumulative write-up, then they are due usually later in the week, so make sure you pick the games that are played on earlier days of the competition !

On May 03 2011 21:42 Count9 wrote:
So, before everyone signs up, can someone describe what it's like to work as a writer for TL?


You choose/get assigned to league games that you do a battle report for. That's mostly it for recaps. If there is any piece of creative writing or some sort of written contribution that you find fitting for the site, you can also post it and get feedback from other staff members.

On May 04 2011 10:38 xphantomx wrote:
if we write something having research involved do we need a works cited section..?


Not necessarily. A lot of the write-ups contain facts and such that can be datamined (to various difficulties), so we/the editors mostly hold you accountable for your words. If you repeatedly claim false information, then we'll harass you for your sources. (and punish you)

-From Staff.

edit: I'm not staff, this is copypasta
https://twitter.com/#!/TorteDeLini (@TorteDeLini)
Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33222 Posts
May 04 2011 02:27 GMT
#136
I neither endorse nor condemn any of the above answers
AdministratorHey HP can you redo everything youve ever done because i have a small complaint?
Torte de Lini
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
Germany38463 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-04 02:31:53
May 04 2011 02:31 GMT
#137
Actually, when you ask a favor, you kind of endorse it.
(I h8 u <3)
https://twitter.com/#!/TorteDeLini (@TorteDeLini)
swanized
Profile Blog Joined September 2009
Canada2480 Posts
May 04 2011 02:45 GMT
#138
On May 03 2011 09:16 KiLL_ORdeR wrote:
Sounds like an awesome gig, and may look good on the resume for those looking to go into some sort of journalism field.

I'm a good writer, and would definitely apply, but unfortunately I need to get paid this summer and probably won't have the time

to be honest (though I'm on BW's team) TL's workload is very reasonable so you should defenitely feel free to apply.
Writer
Vikeen
Profile Joined March 2011
United States4 Posts
May 04 2011 05:34 GMT
#139
On May 03 2011 16:06 HolyArrow wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 03 2011 16:01 Belisarius wrote:
Paging this dude: http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=204643#1

He's done several like it. I was impressed.


Agreed. Hope he applies, because he's great.


Not that I have leverage in the discussion, but if this guy hasn't applied someone needs to sneak into his home and assault him with little action figures and bunnies.
sob3k
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
United States7572 Posts
May 04 2011 05:45 GMT
#140
On May 04 2011 04:35 Pokebunny wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 04 2011 04:32 -_- wrote:
On May 03 2011 13:53 Hot_Bid wrote:
On May 03 2011 08:05 Lotar wrote:
On May 03 2011 07:44 Sprungjeezy wrote:
There is no confusion, just a raging debate over something extraordinarily trivial. Do your parents know you're argumentative?

Quoting dictionaries implies that you do not understand the word, thus should not have posted in the first place because you in fact did not understand the word in the first place.

It is clear that several people came to this thread thinking that TL was hiring (in the dictionary sense of the word) writers. Changing the word to "recruiting" would probably save us this argument as well those personal attacks.

Alternatively, if the usage of the word is intentional in an effort to grab the attention of more readers, the "unpaid" nature of the position could be specified in the first paragraphe. This way you still get the thread views and you avoid most of the confusion.

Note: I will not read this thread any further to avoid getting baited into a pointless argument.

I kind of understand your point? I'll change the thread title.

But honestly, do you really think that fake fooling people into thinking its a paid position was really our goal? It's completely unintentional, and kind of ridiculous that anyone would think this is a reasonable strategy for getting a good volunteer writer.


To be honest, it was very obvious that Teamliquid's goal in this matter was to fool a skilled writer into applying (expecting recompense), and hope to strongarm him into staying. Pretty despicable.

By the way, I apologize for the edit (if anyone saw it), I was posting pictures on a porn forum I frequent and mistakenly posted them here.

I hope you're kidding, I think almost everyone knows that the amount of paid staff on TL is tiny.


He is kidding.
In Hungry Hungry Hippos there are no such constraints—one can constantly attempt to collect marbles with one’s hippo, limited only by one’s hippo-levering capabilities.
SolHeiM
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Sweden1264 Posts
May 04 2011 06:29 GMT
#141
I've done some journalism before for various sites, like SK Gaming, nihilum and Curse so this intrigues me a bit and I'll definitely send something your way some time this week. I've been wanting to get more involved in the community for a while now, and I feel this is a great way to get my feet in the door in the SC2 community.
Surili
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
United Kingdom1141 Posts
May 04 2011 07:53 GMT
#142
I would still like to know whether we will find out if we have been rejected. It is always nice to be able to rule things out or not.
The world is ending what should we do about it?
Shana
Profile Blog Joined July 2009
Indonesia1814 Posts
May 04 2011 09:26 GMT
#143
I hope the submissions will be posted. Perhaps not all of it but what the writer team consider good enough. It will be interesting to read
Believing in what lies ahead. | That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet.
simme123
Profile Blog Joined February 2010
Sweden810 Posts
May 04 2011 15:25 GMT
#144
I wish i didn't suck at writing :p
Afmug
Profile Joined December 2010
58 Posts
May 04 2011 16:53 GMT
#145
So, I must ask, if you have a text that you are in fact really proud of and that's actually really good but it's not SC2 related, can I still add it as merely one of the three application texts?
Akamiri
Profile Blog Joined January 2011
Vietnam401 Posts
May 04 2011 17:59 GMT
#146
I wish I had enough game knowledge for this I love writing about SC
***SamsungKHAN***TBLS*** :x:x ***NaDa*** BoxeR *** FruitDealer *** MarineKing ***:x Hwaiting~~!!! P.S: I'M A GIRL
tofucake
Profile Blog Joined October 2009
Hyrule19014 Posts
May 04 2011 18:16 GMT
#147
I'd love to write more stuff...but I don't have time to do more. If only I was a jobless bum T.T
Liquipediaasante sana squash banana
hacklebeast
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States5090 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-04 19:50:16
May 04 2011 19:50 GMT
#148
so does the fact that the OSL positions are gone mean that they are filled, or is the search is just postponed untill it starts?
Protoss: Best, Paralyze, Jangbi, Nal_Ra || Terran: Oov, Boxer, Fantasy, Hiya|| Zerg: Yellow, Zero
Jakkerr
Profile Joined December 2010
Netherlands2549 Posts
May 04 2011 23:09 GMT
#149
Submitted my application
Hope I get accepted.
weeA
Profile Joined October 2010
India442 Posts
May 04 2011 23:59 GMT
#150
Just send my application..Fingers crossed
Lim Yo Hwan I love U
Eknoid4
Profile Joined October 2010
United States902 Posts
May 05 2011 06:19 GMT
#151
What if our posting history is riddled with bitterness at the average poster and/or tastosis

If you're mad that someone else is brazenly trumpeting their beliefs with ignorance, perhaps you should be mad that you are doing it too.
TheOracle
Profile Joined May 2010
Australia256 Posts
May 05 2011 06:27 GMT
#152
Sent an application, quick question, how long should we expect before we get a response?

Also, bitterness against tastosis? Heresy... =P
Eknoid4
Profile Joined October 2010
United States902 Posts
May 05 2011 06:40 GMT
#153
^Exhibit A

If you're mad that someone else is brazenly trumpeting their beliefs with ignorance, perhaps you should be mad that you are doing it too.
TheOracle
Profile Joined May 2010
Australia256 Posts
May 05 2011 06:58 GMT
#154
On May 05 2011 15:40 Eknoid4 wrote:
^Exhibit A



How was that an average post?

As an aside, I was under the impression TL had a love affair with Tastosis, I haven't seen anyone bitter at them since GSL 1.
Eknoid4
Profile Joined October 2010
United States902 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-05 07:08:29
May 05 2011 07:07 GMT
#155
i meant the heresy comment :p

im not here to derail the thread tho so im done postin lol
If you're mad that someone else is brazenly trumpeting their beliefs with ignorance, perhaps you should be mad that you are doing it too.
TheOracle
Profile Joined May 2010
Australia256 Posts
May 05 2011 07:08 GMT
#156
Ah I see, well, I've probably been watching far to much GSL to imagine it without tastosis
Umbrella
Profile Blog Joined September 2007
Taiwan936 Posts
May 05 2011 13:24 GMT
#157
Will the hiring period last until at least after the weekend? I'm considering applying, and I just have much more time over the weekend.
yamato77
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
11589 Posts
May 05 2011 13:29 GMT
#158
I hope I'm a standout. I can think of no greater honor than to work for TL.
Writer@WriterYamato
Sangyerians
Profile Blog Joined April 2011
Australia248 Posts
May 05 2011 13:48 GMT
#159
On May 03 2011 06:51 Barett wrote:
I wish I had the free time to write. Would love to contribute. But alas, having a GF, Working Full time, Playing Tennis, and Starcraft on a daily basis leaves me with barely enough time to sleep lol.

Good luck finding people. I love reading what the TL writers have to say. They are always quality articles, and very well written.

Hey guys, this guy has a gf.
http://www.justin.tv/sangyerians
Sangyerians
Profile Blog Joined April 2011
Australia248 Posts
May 05 2011 13:50 GMT
#160
On May 05 2011 08:59 weeA wrote:
Just send my application..Fingers crossed

Your chances aren't looking too great considering you used the wrong tense of "sent".
http://www.justin.tv/sangyerians
turdburgler
Profile Blog Joined January 2011
England6749 Posts
May 05 2011 14:51 GMT
#161
I'm curious about what sort of length they are looking for. I know this is going to be a quality over quantity situation, but still... a poke in the correct direction would be super : )
yamato77
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
11589 Posts
May 05 2011 14:58 GMT
#162
On May 05 2011 23:51 turdburgler wrote:
I'm curious about what sort of length they are looking for. I know this is going to be a quality over quantity situation, but still... a poke in the correct direction would be super : )

I think that part of the point of asking for samples is to see what you're accustomed to writing. They didn't set any guidelines because they don't necessarily want people going for a goal, they want people who have the initiative to write good battle reports without a definite direction.
Writer@WriterYamato
Cofo
Profile Blog Joined June 2010
United States1388 Posts
May 05 2011 15:30 GMT
#163
On May 03 2011 09:50 Cofo wrote:
I'd assume not, but just to be clarify: The evaluation is ONLY on writing, so no bonus points for making your battle reports look nice with screenshots/banners?


I didn't see this answered earlier; can anyone help me out?
+ Show Spoiler +
Eknoid4
Profile Joined October 2010
United States902 Posts
May 05 2011 16:33 GMT
#164
Confucius say: He who goes the extra mile gets the farthest.
If you're mad that someone else is brazenly trumpeting their beliefs with ignorance, perhaps you should be mad that you are doing it too.
weeA
Profile Joined October 2010
India442 Posts
May 05 2011 18:11 GMT
#165
On May 05 2011 22:50 Sangyerians wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 05 2011 08:59 weeA wrote:
Just send my application..Fingers crossed

Your chances aren't looking too great considering you used the wrong tense of "sent".

you should check out my articles....

http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=190835
Lim Yo Hwan I love U
Afmug
Profile Joined December 2010
58 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-06 13:32:43
May 06 2011 13:32 GMT
#166
On May 06 2011 03:11 weeA wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 05 2011 22:50 Sangyerians wrote:
On May 05 2011 08:59 weeA wrote:
Just send my application..Fingers crossed

Your chances aren't looking too great considering you used the wrong tense of "sent".

you should check out my articles....

http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=190835


Read it. You english is still really bad and I, personally, would never read a single article written by you. It hurts my head when I can't sit back and read top of the line english in an article. That's the whole purpose.
57 Corvette
Profile Blog Joined July 2010
Canada5941 Posts
May 06 2011 14:15 GMT
#167
In short, we want writers, who will be asked to perform a simple task: Watch a league, tell us what happened, and then tell us why it was interesting.


Ooh, I'm good at the first two things, but since my lack of interest in the game has been rising since I was introduced to LoL, I wouldn't be able to say why things were interesting.
Survival is winning, everything else is bullshit.
AzK
Profile Joined July 2009
United States20 Posts
May 06 2011 15:49 GMT
#168
On May 06 2011 23:15 57 Corvette wrote:
Show nested quote +
In short, we want writers, who will be asked to perform a simple task: Watch a league, tell us what happened, and then tell us why it was interesting.


Ooh, I'm good at the first two things, but since my lack of interest in the game has been rising since I was introduced to LoL, I wouldn't be able to say why things were interesting.


Nice! I'm really good at the first thing!
Scraps
Profile Joined June 2010
United States39 Posts
May 06 2011 15:49 GMT
#169
I submitted my application, I'm excited about the chance to be a part of the TL writing community! I love writing about SC2 and pretty much only play SC2 at this point.
Scraps
El Hombre Lobo
Profile Joined May 2011
United States24 Posts
May 06 2011 17:12 GMT
#170
Very interested to see what is going to be pumped out.
lolwut?
rapidash88
Profile Joined March 2011
United States194 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-07 16:05:33
May 07 2011 13:06 GMT
#171
Hey, just wanted to say that my feelings won't be hurt if I am rejected for the position. However, I would like an email back announcing the decision. I'm not aware of when the staff will make their decisions, so I'm not upset, I just don't want to be left in the dark.
Stroke me a clipper, I'll be back for Christmas
TheOracle
Profile Joined May 2010
Australia256 Posts
May 07 2011 13:33 GMT
#172
On May 07 2011 22:06 rapidash88 wrote:
Hey, just wanted to say that my feelings won't be hurt if I am rejected for the position. However, I would like an email back announcing the decision. I'm not aware of when the staff will make their decisions, so I'm not upset, I just don't want to be left in the dark/


This is pretty much my feeling. I appreciate that it's going to take a while to make the decision, and I don't expect a tailored response to everyone who didn't make the cut, but I would appreciate it if we were notified
Pandain
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United States12985 Posts
May 07 2011 23:45 GMT
#173
T_T
For one of my entries I wrote about Idra being my idol. Then that week he goes and gets himself banned for 90 days.

Curious to see how many people are applying for this position, so going to add a poll.

Poll: Did you apply?

Yes (9)
 
60%

Not telling you (4)
 
27%

No (2)
 
13%

15 total votes

Your vote: Did you apply?

(Vote): Yes
(Vote): No
(Vote): Not telling you



Finally how will we know if we got the job or not? Will it be by email, PM, or is the answer going to be left purposely secret for reasons unknown?
Sangyerians
Profile Blog Joined April 2011
Australia248 Posts
May 08 2011 06:18 GMT
#174
On May 06 2011 03:11 weeA wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 05 2011 22:50 Sangyerians wrote:
On May 05 2011 08:59 weeA wrote:
Just send my application..Fingers crossed

Your chances aren't looking too great considering you used the wrong tense of "sent".

you should check out my articles....

http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=190835

They're terrible.

This isn't a feature article, it's an entire fucking recount. All you do is regurgitate facts and try to make yourself sound fancier than need be. I admit I didn't read the entire clusterfuck that you wrote because I have better things to do with my time but from the snippets I read I didn't think I needed to read more.

I know the point of this thread isn't to bash people but my point stands.

User was warned for this post
http://www.justin.tv/sangyerians
divito
Profile Blog Joined January 2011
Canada1213 Posts
May 08 2011 06:22 GMT
#175
Unfortunate that they're unpaid or I'd take a stab, but good luck to all those that apply. Content is pretty well-done on the site, so let's hope it continues!
Skype: divito7
DeepBlu2
Profile Blog Joined April 2004
United States975 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-08 22:16:59
May 08 2011 22:15 GMT
#176
Just sent in my application. Looking forward to seeing the outcome good/bad as I would like to show my analysis skills. I've been on TL for a long time (with breaks, ofcourse) and have seen people come and go so it will be interesting as to who shall become staff with the new era of Starcraft II that is just arriving.
u gotta sk8
DexVitality
Profile Blog Joined March 2009
Hong Kong234 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-09 08:21:20
May 09 2011 08:09 GMT
#177
Well currently I voluntary write for fomos at fomos.co.kr working under SuperDanielman. (Daniel Lee)

I have not had time to write lately but I have been thinking about applying..

you can see some of my articles here:
NASL:
http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=116596&db=Global&cate=&page=4&field=&kwrd=

http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=116595&db=Global&cate=&page=4&field=&kwrd=

http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=116594&db=Global&cate=&page=4&field=&kwrd=

http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=116472&db=Global&cate=&page=6&field=&kwrd=

Foreigner Team Feature : Team Liquid
http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=116408&db=Global&cate=&page=6&field=&kwrd=


There are some mistakes in the articles and I had corrected them but i am unsure if SuperDanielMan had updated the files or not.



As of right now my writing is limited to be unbiased and simple reports of match outcomes and less opinionated. I would love to write Opinionated articles as well. I am just starting writing so my quality and flow of writing may not be the best but hopefully I will improve as I go along with this. I hope you guys enjoy and please check out the Global section at fomos.co.kr! they will be continuing to update the English of the site and perhaps get its own website in the near future! - Support E-Sports !
HkeSports: Tournament Coordinator Twitter: @DexVitalitY | Master League Protoss SC2 / Diamond LoL Player / Rank 6 HS Noobie
rapidash88
Profile Joined March 2011
United States194 Posts
May 11 2011 15:10 GMT
#178
Any news as of who has been chosen yet?
Stroke me a clipper, I'll be back for Christmas
adso
Profile Joined March 2011
718 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-06-17 09:12:57
May 11 2011 16:45 GMT
#179
DexVitality
Profile Blog Joined March 2009
Hong Kong234 Posts
May 15 2011 10:55 GMT
#180
I am a little confused with my application, I've gotten a reply from you but it regards to Daniel Lee, but not to my application. I just wanted to know if its considered at all, cause judging from the reply and what I assumed to be the tone, it didn't seem like good news to me.
:S
HkeSports: Tournament Coordinator Twitter: @DexVitalitY | Master League Protoss SC2 / Diamond LoL Player / Rank 6 HS Noobie
rapidash88
Profile Joined March 2011
United States194 Posts
May 16 2011 23:49 GMT
#181
At least you got a reply
Stroke me a clipper, I'll be back for Christmas
Pandain
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United States12985 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-05-17 10:34:24
May 17 2011 03:20 GMT
#182
Waxangel can we at least have some sort of response? The people who have applied for this position aren't just objects accessed through only the internet. We're not mere resumes sent to you. We're dedicated to this website, and in at least my case(if not others), we're checking our emails every single day, waiting for a reply.

It's been two weeks since you posted this. It's been a week since anything truly noteworthy has developed. The people who take interest in this job have already applied. The TSL has concluded in a spectacular fashion, and I simply ask one thing: an update on this thread, preferably including a rough estimate of when we can expect to see our results.

I think I speak for everyone when I request that, and even though I know you have reasons which lie hidden from my eyes, I beg of you to shine a beam of light on our dark, foggy home.
DexVitality
Profile Blog Joined March 2009
Hong Kong234 Posts
May 17 2011 06:46 GMT
#183
On May 17 2011 12:20 Pandain wrote:
Waxangel can we at least have some sort of response? The people who have applied for this position aren't just objects accessed through only the internet. We're not mere resumes sent to you. We're dedicated to this website, and in at least my case(if not others), we're checking our emails every single day, waiting for areply.

It's been two weeks since you posted this. It's been a week since anything truly noteworthy has developed. The people who take interest in this job have already applied. The TSL has concluded in a spectacular fashion, and I simply ask one thing: an update on this thread, preferably including a rough estimate of when we can expect to see our results.

I think I speak for everyone when I request that, and even though I know you have reasons which lie hidden from my eyes, I beg of you to shine a beam of light on our dark, foggy home.


well said.
HkeSports: Tournament Coordinator Twitter: @DexVitalitY | Master League Protoss SC2 / Diamond LoL Player / Rank 6 HS Noobie
rapidash88
Profile Joined March 2011
United States194 Posts
May 17 2011 15:13 GMT
#184
On May 17 2011 12:20 Pandain wrote:
Waxangel can we at least have some sort of response? The people who have applied for this position aren't just objects accessed through only the internet. We're not mere resumes sent to you. We're dedicated to this website, and in at least my case(if not others), we're checking our emails every single day, waiting for a reply.

It's been two weeks since you posted this. It's been a week since anything truly noteworthy has developed. The people who take interest in this job have already applied. The TSL has concluded in a spectacular fashion, and I simply ask one thing: an update on this thread, preferably including a rough estimate of when we can expect to see our results.

I think I speak for everyone when I request that, and even though I know you have reasons which lie hidden from my eyes, I beg of you to shine a beam of light on our dark, foggy home.

Hear Hear! I will I could have put it that way
Stroke me a clipper, I'll be back for Christmas
yamato77
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
11589 Posts
May 23 2011 21:32 GMT
#185
Although I am merely echoing a sentiment that has been oft expressed, I think I speak for everyone who applied when I say that any sort of notice as to whether you even received the application(s) we have sent or not would be lovely. I understand if you are busy, and I don't mean to be pushy, I just really want to be a writer for this site. I check my e-mail as often as I can looking for a reply. Please, for the sake of my sanity, tell me whether I'm good enough or not.
Writer@WriterYamato
adso
Profile Joined March 2011
718 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-06-17 09:12:35
May 31 2011 08:32 GMT
#186
EtherealDeath
Profile Blog Joined July 2007
United States8366 Posts
May 31 2011 10:25 GMT
#187
If I werent busy coding right now....
flamewheel
Profile Blog Joined December 2009
FREEAGLELAND26781 Posts
May 31 2011 10:29 GMT
#188
Stop coding Jason.
Writerdamn, i was two days from retirement
Niten
Profile Blog Joined October 2009
United States598 Posts
June 01 2011 19:48 GMT
#189
So... it's been brought up before but is there any official word on if the new writers have been announced? Have the applications been read through?

I would just like some sort of status update, please.

Thanks
Korra: "Ok, I know that I'm not good at emotions, but that's what Tenzin's gonna teach me, right? He's gonna teach me to be happy and gentle and spiritual, and the rest of that bullsh**t."
adso
Profile Joined March 2011
718 Posts
June 18 2011 10:44 GMT
#190
custom writers needed bump
MCDayC
Profile Joined March 2011
United Kingdom14464 Posts
July 22 2011 03:14 GMT
#191
Can we get an update on this? People are saying that they have had no replies, and that they don't even know whether their application was received. Are there still jobs available? Is applying worth it now? What is going!?!?!
Sorry, it's just this post really interests me. Thanks for any responses.
VERY FRAGILE, LIKE A BABY PANDA EGG
Normal
Please log in or register to reply.
Live Events Refresh
BSL Season 20
18:00
Round of 32 / Group B
UltrA vs Radley
spx vs RaNgeD
ZZZero.O204
LiquipediaDiscussion
[ Submit Event ]
Live Streams
Refresh
StarCraft 2
PiGStarcraft439
NeuroSwarm 186
StarCraft: Brood War
ZZZero.O 204
Sexy 16
Dota 2
Pyrionflax211
Counter-Strike
Stewie2K674
flusha639
Super Smash Bros
C9.Mang06457
hungrybox1090
Mew2King236
Heroes of the Storm
Grubby4995
Other Games
FrodaN4392
summit1g4020
Fuzer 545
Hui .110
Trikslyr71
ViBE11
Organizations
Other Games
gamesdonequick1458
StarCraft 2
ESL.tv133
angryscii 38
Blizzard YouTube
StarCraft: Brood War
BSLTrovo
sctven
[ Show 17 non-featured ]
StarCraft 2
• davetesta62
• Hupsaiya 39
• musti20045 36
• AfreecaTV YouTube
• intothetv
• Kozan
• IndyKCrew
• LaughNgamezSOOP
• sooper7s
• Migwel
StarCraft: Brood War
• 3DClanTV 73
• FirePhoenix2
• STPLYoutube
• ZZZeroYoutube
• BSLYoutube
Dota 2
• Ler150
Other Games
• imaqtpie2021
Upcoming Events
Online Event
6h 10m
Clem vs ShoWTimE
herO vs MaxPax
GSL Qualifier
10h 40m
Sparkling Tuna Cup
12h 10m
WardiTV Invitational
13h 10m
Percival vs TriGGeR
ByuN vs Solar
Clem vs Spirit
MaxPax vs Jumy
Anonymous
16h 10m
BSL Season 20
17h 10m
TerrOr vs HBO
Tarson vs Spine
RSL Revival
19h 10m
BSL Season 20
20h 10m
MadiNho vs dxtr13
Gypsy vs Dark
Wardi Open
1d 13h
Monday Night Weeklies
1d 18h
[ Show More ]
Replay Cast
3 days
The PondCast
3 days
Replay Cast
4 days
Replay Cast
4 days
Road to EWC
5 days
SC Evo League
6 days
Road to EWC
6 days
Liquipedia Results

Completed

Proleague 2025-05-14
2025 GSL S1
Calamity Stars S2

Ongoing

JPL Season 2
ASL Season 19
YSL S1
BSL 2v2 Season 3
BSL Season 20
China & Korea Top Challenge
KCM Race Survival 2025 Season 2
NPSL S3
Heroes 10 EU
PGL Astana 2025
Asian Champions League '25
ECL Season 49: Europe
BLAST Rivals Spring 2025
MESA Nomadic Masters
CCT Season 2 Global Finals
IEM Melbourne 2025
YaLLa Compass Qatar 2025
PGL Bucharest 2025
BLAST Open Spring 2025
ESL Pro League S21

Upcoming

Rose Open S1
CSLPRO Last Chance 2025
CSLAN 2025
K-Championship
Esports World Cup 2025
HSC XXVII
Championship of Russia 2025
Bellum Gens Elite Stara Zagora 2025
2025 GSL S2
DreamHack Dallas 2025
IEM Cologne 2025
FISSURE Playground #1
BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025
ESL Impact League Season 7
IEM Dallas 2025
TLPD

1. ByuN
2. TY
3. Dark
4. Solar
5. Stats
6. Nerchio
7. sOs
8. soO
9. INnoVation
10. Elazer
1. Rain
2. Flash
3. EffOrt
4. Last
5. Bisu
6. Soulkey
7. Mini
8. Sharp
Sidebar Settings...

Advertising | Privacy Policy | Terms Of Use | Contact Us

Original banner artwork: Jim Warren
The contents of this webpage are copyright © 2025 TLnet. All Rights Reserved.