You have us at a disadvantage: you know a lot about us, but we know nothing about you. Please fill out this form to level the playing field - and don't worry, answering "no" to any or all of these questions will not disqualify you from working with us. It's just to determine which jobs you have the right tools for, should we decide we like your style.
To be clear, this is an application for freelance work on a per-assignment basis, and is not a full-time position. Rates and frequency of assignments will vary based on time of year and budgetary constraints. Also, be aware that we get hundreds of applications; we do intend to read them all, but cannot respond to everyone.
IGN's games division has five different departments that do different types of work, and each has its own unique set of needs. Not everybody does everything, and specializing in one or two types of work is a great way to focus and establish yourself as a reliable expert.
At IGN, we need knowledgeable reviewers who are capable of playing a game relatively quickly, formulating an informed opinion on whether it's good or not, and then expressing that opinion in a clear, concise, and personable way. In order to prove to us you're up to the task, we need you to demonstrate both a breadth of knowledge in specific genre, and analytical writing skill.