Hi, I’m Ricardo Esteves, a journalist, editor, and seasoned gaming industry professional with over 20 years of experience creating, editing, and shaping content for audiences around the world. I’ve built a career on plugging into gaming communities, telling honest stories, and turning complex developer interviews into engaging, accessible articles and features. Based in Porto, Portugal, I’ve led editorial teams, managed international outreach campaigns, and collaborated with studios from EA to Nintendo. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese, value ethics in journalism, and bring a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project—from front-end content strategy to hands-on interviews and editorial production.…

Ricardo Esteves

Hi, I’m Ricardo Esteves, a journalist, editor, and seasoned gaming industry professional with over 20 years of experience creating, editing, and shaping content for audiences around the world. I’ve built a career on plugging into gaming communities, telling honest stories, and turning complex developer interviews into engaging, accessible articles and features. Based in Porto, Portugal, I’ve led editorial teams, managed international outreach campaigns, and collaborated with studios from EA to Nintendo. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese, value ethics in journalism, and bring a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project—from front-end content strategy to hands-on interviews and editorial production.…

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Hi, I’m Ricardo Esteves, a journalist, editor, and seasoned gaming industry professional with over 20 years of experience creating, editing, and shaping content for audiences around the world. I’ve built a career on plugging into gaming communities, telling honest stories, and turning complex developer interviews into engaging, accessible articles and features.

Based in Porto, Portugal, I’ve led editorial teams, managed international outreach campaigns, and collaborated with studios from EA to Nintendo. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese, value ethics in journalism, and bring a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project—from front-end content strategy to hands-on interviews and editorial production.

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Portuguese
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English
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Writer/Editor at Goody S.A.
June 1, 2013 - October 7, 2025
Wrote, edited, and managed content for major publications, including Official PlayStation and Xbox magazines; helped shape editorial leadership, schedules, and team structure; visited major studios worldwide; covered games hands-on and conducted interviews with leading developers.
Gamer Actor at Gamereactor (Portuguese edition)
March 1, 2022 - October 7, 2025
Built and managed the Portuguese edition of Gamereactor from scratch, operating independently and remotely. Wrote and edited news, reviews, previews, and features in both English and Portuguese. Conducted video and written interviews with top global gaming companies via Zoom. Secured gear, assets, codes, and sponsorships from both Portuguese and international publishers. Collaborated with international team, contributing to editorial strategy and content quality.
Outreach / Outreach Campaign Lead at Design Rush
July 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Led outreach campaigns to brands and agencies, converting them into interviews and potential clients. Secured hundreds of backlinks, mentions, and positive reviews from companies interviewed. Managed outreach schedules, interviews, and sales conversations using Click Up and HubSpot. Wrote and edited new pieces and interviews, maintaining a consistent voice and high editorial standards.

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Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services

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