Bring the HCD Esports Voice to Life — Join Our Writing Team
Welcome to HCD Esports, where strategic precision meets energetic play, and where the boldest ideas shape tomorrow’s meta. Founded by long-time competitive guru Ryvel Durnhaven, HCD Esports dives deep into the heart of professional gaming—from the fundamentals every team needs, to gear that gives you the edge, tactical breakdowns, and the kind of optimization that shaves milliseconds off your reaction time. Operating from our home base at 4687 Wetzel Lane, Petoskey, Michigan 49770, we’re plugged in from 9 AM to 5 PM and always scanning for voices that resonate across the esports battlefield.
We’re not talkers—we’re doers, diggers, testers, and analysts. And if you’re a writer who sees the synergy between writing and gaming—if you feel the click of a clean keypress and the rhythm of a strategic push—you may be exactly who we’re looking for.
Why Write for HCD Esports?
At HCD Esports, your passion becomes part of someone else’s progression. Our platform exists to give dedicated gamers the tools to sharpen their in-game instincts and to help teams rise with every article. As a contributing writer, you won’t just be posting content—you’ll be actively shaping the knowledge base of aspiring pros, streamers, scrimmers, and analysts worldwide.
Here’s what you’ll get as part of the HCD Esports content community:
- Visibility in a competitive space: Reach an engaged, rapidly growing audience of esports enthusiasts and competitive players.
- Reach real impact: Our readers trust our guides to improve their in-game performance and team synergy.
- Professional portfolio development: Build credibility in the esports content world by having your name on detailed analysis, strategies, and gear breakdowns.
- Collaborate with pros and field testers: You’ll get insights, not guesses—straight from scrim floors and tournament queues.
What We’re Looking For
We champion writers who live and breathe esports—from tactical theorycrafters to gear junkies, from storytellers of clutch plays to laser-lens analysts who break down scrim successes and failures. If you know what it means when a team shifts from poke comp to dive meta—you’re home.
Your articles can cover topics like:
- In-depth esports strategy breakdowns
- Pro team meta analysis and what it means for ranked play
- Gear reviews that highlight performance differentials (tested or compared!)
- Fundamentals of communication, rotation, synergy building, and coaching insights
- Player psychology, tournament pressure, and clutch performance prep
How to Contribute
Our submission process is straightforward and focused on your voice and value. To join us as a contributor:
- Contact us at [email protected] with your name, background, and a short pitch or draft article that reflects your interest in esports writing.
- We’ll review your work for fit, originality, accuracy, and clarity.
- If accepted, you’ll be added to our growing network of esports thinkers and creators. We’ll work with you on topic planning and scheduling.
We welcome pitches of different lengths—but especially favor content in the 800–1,500-word range that brings clear analysis and unique perspective.
The Kind of Content That Thrives Here
Our most-loved pieces are the ones that blend punchy insights and real-world gameplay relevance. If you can teach theory in the language of ladder-climbers, your content will shine. Writers who contribute to HCD Esports often go on to develop a powerful voice in both the competitive commentary and game strategy sectors.
A Community Rooted in Growth
At our core, we believe in elevating the esports mind—because the next generation of top-16 teams is forming today, and they’re looking for leadership, guidance, and straight-up performance advice right now. That’s why content at HCD Esports isn’t fluff—it’s fuel. Whether it’s a clean macro explanation, a nuanced discussion of champ/match-up windows, or a step-by-step breakdown of gear latency across brands—we want it all.
What Makes You a Fit?
You might be a perfect match if you:
- Have deep experience in a major esport title and track the meta shifts as they happen
- Love turning raw info into sharp insights other players can use
- Have written publicly or privately about esports topics
- Use a tone that’s uplifting, concise, constructive, and clearly gamer-savvy
- Are addicted to patch notes (we won’t judge)
And if you already spend time dissecting VODs, gear specs, or laning sequences with your team—you’ve already got the mindset. Let’s level it up on our platform.
We’re Open—So Come In
Whether you’re a veteran writer looking for a new niche, a coach seeking to codify your insights into sharable guides, or a high-level solo queue tactician ready to publish your map control tips—your voice has a place here. HCD Esports is built on boldness, precision, and cheerful focus—and we believe the synergy between game and guide starts with storytelling that matters.
Still not sure? Visit our Become a Voice page to see what other contributors are saying. Every strategy shared, every angle covered, gives our readers the edge—and gives you a stepping stone into a growing digital legacy.
Let the Game Speak—Through You
So load up your replay files, fire up the keyboard, and let your insights loose. If you’ve got the voice, we’ve got the reach. Contact [email protected] today and introduce yourself—we can’t wait to read what you’re bringing to the arena.