New Releases Feature Writer

Role Description

This is a paid freelance, remote position. MovieWeb is a top destination for fans of television and movies, providing engaging and informative coverage of the entertainment industry. We're looking for writers who are passionate about movies, television, and streaming content, with a strong understanding of what audiences are watching right now.

Successful candidates will be able to:

• Identify emerging trends
• Attend advance theatrical screenings and watch digital screenings in advance
• Develop engaging feature ideas that resonate with readers
• Work within an SEO-driven environment
• Conduct research and craft compelling articles that balance search intent with editorial quality
• Consistently pitch and produce timely content that drives readership and engagement

Responsibilities

• Write daily feature articles focused on newly released movies and TV shows or trends with editorial support
• Have a functional understanding of New Release ideation
• Attend screenings to identify and pitch timely, trend-driven content ideas related to recent releases and audience interests
• Analyze entertainment trends, streaming performance, social media conversations, and audience engagement patterns
• Conduct research to produce informative, accurate, and engaging content
• Apply SEO best practices to maximize discoverability and readership
• Be comfortable meeting deadlines
• Ensure timely publication of relevant content aligned with SEO and engagement goals
• Follow guidelines rigorously

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in digital journalism or online publishing
• Strong feature writing and storytelling abilities
• Ability to identify trends and develop compelling article concepts independently
• Solid understanding of movies, television, streaming platforms, and current pop culture trends
• Familiarity with SEO principles, keyword research, and content optimization
• Experience using CMS platforms and digital publishing tools
• Excellent research skills and attention to detail

Benefits

• Fully remote
• Opportunities to pitch original ideas
• An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:

• Your CV
• 2 sample feature articles (can be links or PDFs)

Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role. Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.