Reality TV: Features Writer
Company: Screen Rant
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
This is a paid freelance, remote position - that means you can
work from anywhere, on your own schedule. Screen Rant is the 1
entertainment website on the web and publishes up-to-the-minute
news on blockbuster movies, TV, video games, and comic books. Our
editorial team is looking for eager writers to contribute Reality
TV Features content under the leadership of the Reality TV Lead
Editor. The selected candidates will have tremendous career growth
opportunity within the organization. Please note that this role
does not involve video production, animation, or script writing.
Above all else, we are looking for applicants with a passion for
the type of content we cover. Before applying, please visit
screenrant.com and review our Reality TV coverage. If you think you
belong within our enthusiastic community of pop culture aficionados
but have no professional writing experience, we would be more than
happy to consider your application nonetheless. We pride ourselves
on having a passion-first, experience-second approach to hiring
writing talent. In your cover letter, make sure to let us know how
your knowledge and love of Reality TV applies to Screen Rant's
content We are looking for general Reality TV enthusiasts, though
we are also looking for experts in particular areas: Home Reno/Real
Estate (Selling the Big Easy, Million Dollar Listing LA, Windy City
Rehab, Million Dollar Beach House, Selling Sunset, Property
Brothers, Love It Or List It, House Hunters) YouTube influencers
(Logan and Jake Paul, Gabi DeMartino, Bryce Hall, Alisha Marie,
Dixie D'Amelio, Henry Lau, Jessica Jung) Competition shows (The
Voice, The Amazing Race, Shark Tank, Survivor, Big Brother, The
Challenge, The Masked Singer, American Idol) Please note:
Successful candidates who become strong contributors will have the
opportunity to interview cast members and show hosts.
Responsibilities Write a minimum of 5-10 articles per week in
Screen Rant's house style (following the requisite training and
peer mentorship period) This will include fact checking,
formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing,
brightness, etc.) Pitch story ideas when none are readily available
Remain up to date on upcoming releases and rumors Accept and apply
any/all feedback received by the editorial team Communicate openly
and actively with the editorial team Requirements A passion for the
content and a drive to grow within the industry Broad knowledge of
Reality TV show, or expert knowledge of the show types listed above
Quick learner with strong sense of urgency Excellent command of the
English language Ability to write articles free of typos and
grammatical errors Comfortable working in an entirely virtual
environment Applicants with experience in the following areas will
be given favorable consideration: Understanding of what it means to
write a "Feature" Relevant experience in writing and/or editing
roles (digital publications, entertainment content) Familiarity
with Wordpress Image editing SEO Analytics (GA) What Screen Rant
Has To Offer Open schedule - write as much as you like, whenever
you like, from wherever you like Future bonusing opportunities for
high contributors of quality articles Incredible opportunities for
career growth within a supportive system An amazing community of
like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis NOTE: Only
applications containing a resume and cover letter will be
considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of
knowledge of hit Reality TV content in your cover letter. You will
not be considered for the role if this information is not included
. Please note that the next step in the hiring process involves a
writing evaluation. We're looking forward to hearing from you
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