Time Extension News Editor opening: what candidates need to know
Time Extension, the retro-focused site launched by Hookshot Media in 2022, is recruiting a full-time UK-based News Editor to expand its editorial team.
Since its 2022 launch the site has focused on classic gaming coverage and has built a modest but engaged readership for in-depth features, news and retrospectives.
The recruitment follows steady audience growth and aims to bolster day-to-day news coverage across retro and modern platforms.
Background and context
Hookshot Media founded Time Extension to serve readers interested in classic games and gaming history.
Editors and contributors on the site produce features, interviews and timely news items about legacy platforms, modern re-releases and platform holders’ announcements.
Staff photographers and writers credited in coverage include Damien McFerran and Ant Dickens, who have been associated with Hookshot Media and Time Extension content.
Paraphrased statement from the editorial team
The editorial team notes that the decision to focus on retro gaming was a deliberate risk that has paid off: since launching in 2022 the outlet has established a loyal audience and produced bespoke content tailored to fans of classic games.
Company leadership says the site’s readership engagement and content quality prompted the decision to grow the team and formalize a news editor role.
Role summary and responsibilities
Time Extension is seeking an experienced News Editor based in the UK for a full-time remote position.
The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring breaking stories across the games industry—covering retro titles, re-releases and platform announcements such as Nintendo Direct events—writing clear, concise news copy, proofing content, and crafting eye-catching headlines.
Coverage will include platforms like Nintendo Switch and storefront updates on the eShop as well as broader retro gaming developments.
Required skills and experience
Applicants should demonstrate strong English writing and editing skills, an ability to proofread their own work and that of contributors, and a breadth of knowledge across video game history and modern releases.
Familiarity with SEO best practices, headline writing, and newsroom organisation are listed as key requirements.
How to apply
For full details and to submit an application, visit Hookshot Media’s careers or Time Extension job listing on the publisher’s site.
The role is described as remote and UK-based, and further application instructions are available on the listing.
Time Extension, the retro-focused site launched by Hookshot Media in 2022, is recruiting a full-time UK-based News Editor to expand its editorial team.
Since its 2022 launch the site has focused on classic gaming coverage and has built a modest but engaged readership for in-depth features, news and retrospectives.
The recruitment follows steady audience growth and aims to bolster day-to-day news coverage across retro and modern platforms.
Background and context
Hookshot Media founded Time Extension to serve readers interested in classic games and gaming history.
Editors and contributors on the site produce features, interviews and timely news items about legacy platforms, modern re-releases and platform holders’ announcements.
Staff photographers and writers credited in coverage include Damien McFerran and Ant Dickens, who have been associated with Hookshot Media and Time Extension content.
Paraphrased statement from the editorial team
The editorial team notes that the decision to focus on retro gaming was a deliberate risk that has paid off: since launching in 2022 the outlet has established a loyal audience and produced bespoke content tailored to fans of classic games.
Company leadership says the site’s readership engagement and content quality prompted the decision to grow the team and formalize a news editor role.
Role summary and responsibilities
Time Extension is seeking an experienced News Editor based in the UK for a full-time remote position.
The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring breaking stories across the games industry—covering retro titles, re-releases and platform announcements such as Nintendo Direct events—writing clear, concise news copy, proofing content, and crafting eye-catching headlines.
Coverage will include platforms like Nintendo Switch and storefront updates on the eShop as well as broader retro gaming developments.
Required skills and experience
Applicants should demonstrate strong English writing and editing skills, an ability to proofread their own work and that of contributors, and a breadth of knowledge across video game history and modern releases.
Familiarity with SEO best practices, headline writing, and newsroom organisation are listed as key requirements.
How to apply
For full details and to submit an application, visit Hookshot Media’s careers or Time Extension job listing on the publisher’s site.
The role is described as remote and UK-based, and further application instructions are available on the listing.