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The Punished Backlog is an independent video game and entertainment site with over 50,000 monthly readers. We pride ourselves on being a diverse group of passionate writers.
I began contributing to TPB as a writer in 2020. Since then, I’ve written over a hundred pieces — personable reviews (we’re proud submitters to Open Critic!), interviews with indie developers, op-eds with big feelings, lists and guides, and more.
In, 2022, I was asked to join the Editorial Team. Some highlights of my editing experience so far:
I’ve loved getting to be an editor, and to help guide and nurture other voices. I’m proud to share that our writers consistently share that they feel safe, heard, and supported by our editorial team, even share in a survey “I love y’all” and “Thank you for making my work better.”
I’m also one of the founding co-hosts of our podcast and have become our lead audio editor.
I enjoy organizing lists from our contributors that highlight diversity in gaming, such as “20 Awesome Games Made by Womxn in This Weekend’s Steam Sale” and “Best Female Video Game Characters, As Chosen by Female Gamers.”
I’ve also introduced a new visual language through our graphics and led our re-brand.
On the technical side, I help manage our site through WordPress where we also keep a close eye on SEO.
Above, I’ve highlighted some of my graphic design work. Below, I’ve collected some of my favorite editorial and writing from the site.
PUNISHED BACKLOG: WRITING SAMPLES
These are a few of my favorite pieces, though I’ve written a lot!
More of my Writing & Editorial Work
