Jon Nicholson
@jonnonicholson.bsky.social
Esports writer @esportsinsider | Bylines: @GameRant @Gfinity @RadioTimes @Techopedia and many more | Email: [email protected]
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CDL Major 1 2025: Everything you need to know
Following a lengthy off-season, the Call of Duty League (CDL) is back for its 2024/25 season. The opening Major of the season will see the…
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Now I've got a bit of free time, I'm going to get back into covering the CDL this season through my recently revived Medium blog.
Here's all the intel on the first #CDL Major ahead of its qualifiers beginning on Friday:
#esports #callofduty
medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
Here's all the intel on the first #CDL Major ahead of its qualifiers beginning on Friday:
#esports #callofduty
medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
While I continue my search for full-time or freelance roles in games media, I've revived my blog focusing on all things Call of Duty!
Check it out here: medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
Check it out here: medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
Jonno Nicholson – Medium
Read writing from Jonno Nicholson on Medium. Freelance gaming and esports writer | Bylines: Radio Times, Techopedia, GGRecon, GameRant, Esports Insider, Red Bull | Email: [email protected]...
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March 3, 2025 at 2:57 PM
While I continue my search for full-time or freelance roles in games media, I've revived my blog focusing on all things Call of Duty!
Check it out here: medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
Check it out here: medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
After eight months, a regular #freelance gig is coming to an end meaning I am very much open to any freelance or full-time #writing roles in games media!
With Assassin's Creed and Fragpunk launching in March, I'm looking to write news, guides, features and reviews.
DMs are open/RTs appreciated!
With Assassin's Creed and Fragpunk launching in March, I'm looking to write news, guides, features and reviews.
DMs are open/RTs appreciated!
February 18, 2025 at 3:55 PM
After eight months, a regular #freelance gig is coming to an end meaning I am very much open to any freelance or full-time #writing roles in games media!
With Assassin's Creed and Fragpunk launching in March, I'm looking to write news, guides, features and reviews.
DMs are open/RTs appreciated!
With Assassin's Creed and Fragpunk launching in March, I'm looking to write news, guides, features and reviews.
DMs are open/RTs appreciated!
It's been a hectic January but I am still actively looking for my next full-time or freelance role within games media!
2025 marks 11 years since I started writing and it would be great to find somewhere where I can lend my expertise.
All leads/RTs are appreciated.
2025 marks 11 years since I started writing and it would be great to find somewhere where I can lend my expertise.
All leads/RTs are appreciated.
February 5, 2025 at 11:04 PM
It's been a hectic January but I am still actively looking for my next full-time or freelance role within games media!
2025 marks 11 years since I started writing and it would be great to find somewhere where I can lend my expertise.
All leads/RTs are appreciated.
2025 marks 11 years since I started writing and it would be great to find somewhere where I can lend my expertise.
All leads/RTs are appreciated.
With 2025 now here, I’m still actively looking for freelance or full-time roles within games media.
📝 Over a decade of experience in writing and editorial across several websites.
🧠 Expertise across multiple genres ranging from FPS to sports simulation.
DMs are open and RTs appreciated!
📝 Over a decade of experience in writing and editorial across several websites.
🧠 Expertise across multiple genres ranging from FPS to sports simulation.
DMs are open and RTs appreciated!
January 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM
With 2025 now here, I’m still actively looking for freelance or full-time roles within games media.
📝 Over a decade of experience in writing and editorial across several websites.
🧠 Expertise across multiple genres ranging from FPS to sports simulation.
DMs are open and RTs appreciated!
📝 Over a decade of experience in writing and editorial across several websites.
🧠 Expertise across multiple genres ranging from FPS to sports simulation.
DMs are open and RTs appreciated!
Latest for Esports Insider!
The Esports World Cup Foundation has expanded its partner programme from 30 to 40 teams with the aim of attracting orgs from China, the Americas and MENA regions:
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/espo...
The Esports World Cup Foundation has expanded its partner programme from 30 to 40 teams with the aim of attracting orgs from China, the Americas and MENA regions:
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/espo...
Esports World Cup Foundation expands partner programme to 40 organisations - Esports Insider
The Esports World Cup Foundation, the organisers of the Esports World Cup, has expanded its partner programme to 40 esports organisations.
esportsinsider.com
December 10, 2024 at 10:09 AM
Latest for Esports Insider!
The Esports World Cup Foundation has expanded its partner programme from 30 to 40 teams with the aim of attracting orgs from China, the Americas and MENA regions:
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/espo...
The Esports World Cup Foundation has expanded its partner programme from 30 to 40 teams with the aim of attracting orgs from China, the Americas and MENA regions:
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/espo...
Another one for Esports Insider 🙂
This time around, I covered the news of PUBG Mobile securing a partnership with Saudi Arabian tourism megaproject Qiddiya in a deal which sees both parties collaborate to grow the game's esports presence.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
This time around, I covered the news of PUBG Mobile securing a partnership with Saudi Arabian tourism megaproject Qiddiya in a deal which sees both parties collaborate to grow the game's esports presence.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
PUBG Mobile secures esports partnership with Qiddiya Gaming - Esports Insider
Mobile battle royale title PUBG Mobile has announced an esports partnership with Saudi Arabian entertainment and tourism megaproject Qiddiya.
esportsinsider.com
December 4, 2024 at 2:41 PM
Another one for Esports Insider 🙂
This time around, I covered the news of PUBG Mobile securing a partnership with Saudi Arabian tourism megaproject Qiddiya in a deal which sees both parties collaborate to grow the game's esports presence.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
This time around, I covered the news of PUBG Mobile securing a partnership with Saudi Arabian tourism megaproject Qiddiya in a deal which sees both parties collaborate to grow the game's esports presence.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
Sad to see XDefiant shut down. Feel that missing the initial launch date when interest in Call of Duty was at an all-time low ultimately sealed its fate before it had a chance to shine.
December 3, 2024 at 11:56 PM
Sad to see XDefiant shut down. Feel that missing the initial launch date when interest in Call of Duty was at an all-time low ultimately sealed its fate before it had a chance to shine.
Now I've got a bit of free time, I'm going to get back into covering the CDL this season through my recently revived Medium blog.
Here's all the intel on the first #CDL Major ahead of its qualifiers beginning on Friday:
#esports #callofduty
medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
Here's all the intel on the first #CDL Major ahead of its qualifiers beginning on Friday:
#esports #callofduty
medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
CDL Major 1 2025: Everything you need to know
Following a lengthy off-season, the Call of Duty League (CDL) is back for its 2024/25 season. The opening Major of the season will see the…
medium.com
December 3, 2024 at 5:48 PM
Now I've got a bit of free time, I'm going to get back into covering the CDL this season through my recently revived Medium blog.
Here's all the intel on the first #CDL Major ahead of its qualifiers beginning on Friday:
#esports #callofduty
medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
Here's all the intel on the first #CDL Major ahead of its qualifiers beginning on Friday:
#esports #callofduty
medium.com/@Jonno_Nicho...
$10 for a 500-word news piece is absolute extortion. I started my career earning £5 and an additional 2p per unique page view and it sucks to see some huge sites still paying criminally low rates.
December 2, 2024 at 10:36 PM
$10 for a 500-word news piece is absolute extortion. I started my career earning £5 and an additional 2p per unique page view and it sucks to see some huge sites still paying criminally low rates.
My freelance schedule for December is still relatively free!
If you’re looking for anyone for gaming news, guides, features or reviews, I am available immediately.
DMs are open and all RTs appreciated.
If you’re looking for anyone for gaming news, guides, features or reviews, I am available immediately.
DMs are open and all RTs appreciated.
December 2, 2024 at 6:38 PM
My freelance schedule for December is still relatively free!
If you’re looking for anyone for gaming news, guides, features or reviews, I am available immediately.
DMs are open and all RTs appreciated.
If you’re looking for anyone for gaming news, guides, features or reviews, I am available immediately.
DMs are open and all RTs appreciated.
My latest piece for Esports Insider is live.
PUBG Esports has launched its Global Partner Team application process for 2025. Teams selected will guarantee chances to compete in international competitions.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
PUBG Esports has launched its Global Partner Team application process for 2025. Teams selected will guarantee chances to compete in international competitions.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
PUBG launches 2025 Global Partner Team application process
Battle royale circuit PUBG Esports has opened applications for the 2025 edition of its global partner team programme.
esportsinsider.com
December 2, 2024 at 1:35 PM
My latest piece for Esports Insider is live.
PUBG Esports has launched its Global Partner Team application process for 2025. Teams selected will guarantee chances to compete in international competitions.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
PUBG Esports has launched its Global Partner Team application process for 2025. Teams selected will guarantee chances to compete in international competitions.
esportsinsider.com/2024/12/pubg...
Calling the SC after two cars got a puncture is a total joke. Stewarding this season has been a shambles.
December 1, 2024 at 5:01 PM
Calling the SC after two cars got a puncture is a total joke. Stewarding this season has been a shambles.
I still have some space in my December schedule for any sites looking for news, guides, features or reviews.
All RTs are appreciated!
All RTs are appreciated!
November 26, 2024 at 10:35 AM
I still have some space in my December schedule for any sites looking for news, guides, features or reviews.
All RTs are appreciated!
All RTs are appreciated!
Verstappen had that covered since performance of the Red Bull started to dip. Very well deserved champion this season.
November 24, 2024 at 7:40 AM
Verstappen had that covered since performance of the Red Bull started to dip. Very well deserved champion this season.
Bad news, #BlackOps6 fans.
Hackers have already infested Ranked Play just hours after its launch.
My latest piece for VideoGamer: www.videogamer.com/news/black-o...
Hackers have already infested Ranked Play just hours after its launch.
My latest piece for VideoGamer: www.videogamer.com/news/black-o...
Black Ops 6 Ranked Play already infested with hackers hours after launch
Black Ops 6 Ranked Play is already infested with hackers just hours after Treyarch released the competitive mode.
www.videogamer.com
November 21, 2024 at 11:27 AM
Bad news, #BlackOps6 fans.
Hackers have already infested Ranked Play just hours after its launch.
My latest piece for VideoGamer: www.videogamer.com/news/black-o...
Hackers have already infested Ranked Play just hours after its launch.
My latest piece for VideoGamer: www.videogamer.com/news/black-o...
Red Bull Racing's sim racing team has secured a deal with gaming controller manufacturer SCUF Gaming.
The deal includes a branded range of controllers alongside SCUF's logo featuring on the team's cars during sim racing competitions.
Read more: esportsinsider.com/2024/11/orac...
The deal includes a branded range of controllers alongside SCUF's logo featuring on the team's cars during sim racing competitions.
Read more: esportsinsider.com/2024/11/orac...
Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing and SCUF Gaming secure multi-year partnership - Esports Insider
Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing has secured a multi-year partnership with custom controller manufacturer SCUF Gaming.
esportsinsider.com
November 20, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Red Bull Racing's sim racing team has secured a deal with gaming controller manufacturer SCUF Gaming.
The deal includes a branded range of controllers alongside SCUF's logo featuring on the team's cars during sim racing competitions.
Read more: esportsinsider.com/2024/11/orac...
The deal includes a branded range of controllers alongside SCUF's logo featuring on the team's cars during sim racing competitions.
Read more: esportsinsider.com/2024/11/orac...
My latest for Esports Insider is live.
Call of Duty: Warzone is the second game to feature at the 2025 Esports World Cup following Black Ops 6's presence at the multi-title event.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/call...
Call of Duty: Warzone is the second game to feature at the 2025 Esports World Cup following Black Ops 6's presence at the multi-title event.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/call...
Call of Duty: Warzone added to Esports World Cup 2025 - Esports Insider
The Esports World Cup has announced Call of Duty: Warzone will be featured at the 2025 edition of the tournament taking place in Riyadh.
esportsinsider.com
November 20, 2024 at 12:56 PM
My latest for Esports Insider is live.
Call of Duty: Warzone is the second game to feature at the 2025 Esports World Cup following Black Ops 6's presence at the multi-title event.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/call...
Call of Duty: Warzone is the second game to feature at the 2025 Esports World Cup following Black Ops 6's presence at the multi-title event.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/call...
Latest for Esports Insider!
Ubisoft has unveiled details on a revamped revenue programme for the Rainbow Six esports circuit.
A great move to promote some sustainability within the scene.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/rain...
Ubisoft has unveiled details on a revamped revenue programme for the Rainbow Six esports circuit.
A great move to promote some sustainability within the scene.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/rain...
Rainbow Six reveals revamped esports revenue programme and selected teams - Esports Insider
French game developer Ubisoft has unveiled a new esports revenue programme for its FPS title Rainbow Six Siege.
esportsinsider.com
November 19, 2024 at 5:04 PM
Latest for Esports Insider!
Ubisoft has unveiled details on a revamped revenue programme for the Rainbow Six esports circuit.
A great move to promote some sustainability within the scene.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/rain...
Ubisoft has unveiled details on a revamped revenue programme for the Rainbow Six esports circuit.
A great move to promote some sustainability within the scene.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/rain...
100 up for Radio Times 😄
My latest guide covers everything there is to know about the Special Zombies that appear in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Read here: www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...
My latest guide covers everything there is to know about the Special Zombies that appear in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Read here: www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...
What are 'Special Zombies' in CoD BO6? Explained
There are some special undead monsters to fend off.
www.radiotimes.com
November 18, 2024 at 4:43 PM
100 up for Radio Times 😄
My latest guide covers everything there is to know about the Special Zombies that appear in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Read here: www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...
My latest guide covers everything there is to know about the Special Zombies that appear in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Read here: www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...
My latest piece for Esports Insider is live!
Personal care brand Harry's has launched Talk Squad, a gaming-focused mental health initiative in partnership with Guild Gaming and mental health service Shout.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/harr...
Personal care brand Harry's has launched Talk Squad, a gaming-focused mental health initiative in partnership with Guild Gaming and mental health service Shout.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/harr...
Harry's launches Talk Squad initiative in partnership with Shout and Guild Gaming - Esports Insider
North American men's personal care company Harry's has launched a gaming-focused mental health initiative with Guild Gaming and Shout.
esportsinsider.com
November 15, 2024 at 11:02 AM
My latest piece for Esports Insider is live!
Personal care brand Harry's has launched Talk Squad, a gaming-focused mental health initiative in partnership with Guild Gaming and mental health service Shout.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/harr...
Personal care brand Harry's has launched Talk Squad, a gaming-focused mental health initiative in partnership with Guild Gaming and mental health service Shout.
esportsinsider.com/2024/11/harr...
Attempted to get F1 75 Live tickets this morning. Sold out in under 10 minutes and got nowhere in the queue. Loads of tickets already being resold for extortionate prices. What a shambles.
November 15, 2024 at 10:28 AM
Attempted to get F1 75 Live tickets this morning. Sold out in under 10 minutes and got nowhere in the queue. Loads of tickets already being resold for extortionate prices. What a shambles.
Reposted by Jon Nicholson
Bizarre how much money the games industry turns over yet it can't afford in-person events, keeping studios intact without layoffs, or a functional press. Something needs to change!
November 15, 2024 at 9:34 AM
Bizarre how much money the games industry turns over yet it can't afford in-person events, keeping studios intact without layoffs, or a functional press. Something needs to change!
It appears the Black Ops 6 Season 1 update has rolled out several hours earlier than planned.
November 14, 2024 at 2:10 PM
It appears the Black Ops 6 Season 1 update has rolled out several hours earlier than planned.
Love the history of the Monaco GP along with qualifying being the best session of the year but unless it rains, the races are often dull. About time they attempt to revise the track for the bigger cars if it's sticking around until 2031.
November 14, 2024 at 10:06 AM
Love the history of the Monaco GP along with qualifying being the best session of the year but unless it rains, the races are often dull. About time they attempt to revise the track for the bigger cars if it's sticking around until 2031.
Reposted by Jon Nicholson
With Q4 underway and Christmas approaching, I am still looking for any freelance or full-time writing positions in games media.
Some links to my work:
- Gfinity: gfinityesports.com/author/jonno...
- Esports Insider: esportsinsider.com/author/jonno...
- GameRant: gamerant.com/author/jon-n...
Some links to my work:
- Gfinity: gfinityesports.com/author/jonno...
- Esports Insider: esportsinsider.com/author/jonno...
- GameRant: gamerant.com/author/jon-n...
November 12, 2024 at 10:39 AM
With Q4 underway and Christmas approaching, I am still looking for any freelance or full-time writing positions in games media.
Some links to my work:
- Gfinity: gfinityesports.com/author/jonno...
- Esports Insider: esportsinsider.com/author/jonno...
- GameRant: gamerant.com/author/jon-n...
Some links to my work:
- Gfinity: gfinityesports.com/author/jonno...
- Esports Insider: esportsinsider.com/author/jonno...
- GameRant: gamerant.com/author/jon-n...