Streaming News Writer Job at Screen Rant in New York

ScreenRant Streaming News Contributor

This is a paid freelance and remote position.
ScreenRant is the #1 entertainment website and publishes breaking news and exclusives on blockbuster movies, TV shows, comic books, and other forms of entertainment.
As a worldwide leader, ScreenRant operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced and passionate contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner.
Your Responsibilities:

Write timely streaming news and streaming chart articles in ScreenRant's house style, optimized for Google Discover. This includes fact-checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
Track and quickly turn around coverage of streaming performance data — Netflix Top 10, Nielsen streaming rankings, FlixPatrol, and platform-reported viewership — translating charts and numbers into compelling, reader-friendly stories
Monitor Netflix, Disney+, Max, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Hulu, Peacock, and other services for breaking news, new additions, leaving titles, renewals, cancellations, and trending viewership moments
Craft Discover-optimized headlines and framing that capture reader curiosity and search intent without resorting to clickbait
Update and refresh older content to keep it current as charts shift and titles move on and off platforms
Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team
Flexible schedule, afternoon (PST) work schedule preferred, weekend availability valued
What We Offer:

Competitive compensation.
Consistent and timely payments.
Flexible schedule.
Remote freelance position to work from a location of your choice.
Exposure to ScreenRant's large and passionate audience, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.
Experience and Skills:

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English Literature, or a related field
Broad working knowledge of Movies and TV and the entertainment industry as a whole — across multiple genres
Strong familiarity with the streaming landscape: the major platforms, their release strategies, and how streaming performance is measured and reported
Experience interpreting streaming charts and viewership data is a strong plus
An understanding of Google Discover and what drives engagement on the platform is a plus
2+ years of experience working with a credible digital publication
A quick learner with a strong sense of urgency and drive
An excellent writer in the English language free of grammatical and spelling errors
The ability to write high quality articles with fast turnaround times
Comfortable working in a fully remote environment