What are the responsibilities and job description for the Features Editor position at Collider?
US | UK | Remote & Freelance Position
Collider is the leading resource for movies and TV on the Internet. Cinephiles and fans come to find out what to watch and where to watch it while its unique voice and unparalleled access allow them to sink deeper into the content they love, how it was made, and the people who made it. Whether it’s an exclusive interview with the star of an upcoming movie, a humorous and insightful recap of last night’s buzzworthy episode of television, or an updated list of what to watch on every popular streamer, we’ve got you covered.
Collider is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and wants to hear YOUR voice. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, while always on the search for skilled and passionate individuals to make an impact within the industry. We want the voices on our site to reflect the diversity of the community it serves.
Job Responsibilities
- Edit and publish/schedule 7-10 articles per shift.
- 8-hour shifts depending on team needs. Shifts are highly volatile and depend on the Editorial Team’s absences and targets on any given week.
- Edits are paid on a per-article basis depending on the content type.
- Craft headlines, blurbs, and peripheral text to capture new and existing traffic.
- Optimize SEO for each article published.
- Responsible for quickly mastering the editorial and formatting guidelines of Collider.
- Conduct any and all other tasks as dedicated by the Lead Editor or Senior Staff
Application Requirements
- An updated Cover Letter (demonstrate your knowledge of popular tv shows or series and why you're a good fit).
- CV.
- 2-3 links to samples of published written work.
Applicants must be highly motivated and possess the following requirements:
- Relevant experience in writing and editing at online entertainment outlets.
- Broad working knowledge of movies, television, and online-streaming history.
The hiring team at Collider will be back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team. Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered.
Link to our website: www.collider.com