Renowned Twitch streamer and video game developer, Jason Thor Hall, widely known as Pirate Software, has made waves in the streaming community with a groundbreaking announcement. He revealed that he has upgraded his community moderators to full-time employees, offering competitive rates not only to US-based staff but also to international team members. What’s more, these positions come with a suite of benefits akin to traditional employment, including various insurance options.
Thor, known as ‘Pirate Software’ by the internet, recently made headlines by smashing the world record for the highest Twitch Hype Train level, reaching an astonishing Level 106. During this feat, his viewers generously gifted over 50,000 subscriptions in just under three hours. Expressing his elation at the overwhelming support, the streamer disclosed that it has enabled him to transition his moderators into full-time roles.
While it’s common for streamers to compensate their chat moderators and editors, what distinguishes Thor’s initiative is his commitment to providing comprehensive benefits, such as medical insurance and a retirement plan, particularly to those based in the United States.
Pirate Software has experienced a meteoric rise in popularity on Twitch, amassing a staggering following of over 600,000 loyal fans. Following his record-breaking Hype Train achievement, his subscriber count surged, currently standing at an impressive 79,000 subscribers on the platform.
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Beyond gaming, Thor utilises his broadcasts to offer insights into the intricacies of video game development, leveraging his unique perspective as a developer. His efforts were recently recognised at the Streamer Awards, where he clinched the title of Best Software and Game Development streamer.
While it’s customary for content creators to compensate their moderators, Pirate Software’s move to provide insurance benefits and retirement plans marks a significant milestone in the streaming landscape.
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