Associate Writer & Editor, Entertainment

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Hiring Remotely in US
Remote
45K-50K Annually
Junior
Digital Media
The Role
Write and edit daily entertainment content (breaking news, features, evergreen pieces, rankings) across FanSided sites. Monitor trends and analytics, optimize content for SEO and social, build posts in CMS, and collaborate on content strategy and editorial calendar.
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About FanSided

FanSided is one of the fastest growing networks of fandom-focused sports, entertainment and lifestyle sites on the internet. FanSided consists of a thriving collection of more than 300 communities dedicated to bringing together fans to share their common passions.

FanSided is seeking an Associate Writer & Editor to produce and edit high-quality daily content for FanSided Entertainment, including breaking news, feature stories, evergreen articles, rankings, and other engaging editorial content. Working closely with the broader entertainment team, this role will contribute across multiple sites and verticals, covering topics such as streaming platforms, broadcast television, film, and major entertainment franchises. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the entertainment landscape and current industry trends, with knowledge of and enthusiasm for major franchises.

In addition to content creation, this role will collaborate with our SEO team to help develop and execute content strategies designed to increase audience growth, search visibility, and reader engagement. The successful candidate will combine editorial excellence with a data-informed approach to content planning and performance optimization.

What You'll Do

  • Contribute to the daily publishing operation, writing and editing stories
  • Write and edit entertainment stories
  • Keep your pulse on trends by monitoring social media, competitor websites, and analytics tools
  • Surface fresh angles on current stories that captivate and engage a wide audience
  • Build stories with our in-house content management system (CMS)
  • Understand how to attract and grow digital audiences through SEO best practices and social media
  • Collaborate on content strategy and calendar creation for optimized coverage

The expected salary range for this position is between $45,000 and $50,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on skills, experience, and location. The benefits available for this position include flexible vacation policy, 15 paid holidays, paid parental leave, health insurance, 401(k) with company match.

Requirements

What You Have

  • At least 2 years of digital writing experience
  • Deep passion for entertainment topics
  • Expertise current TV/movies
  • Proficient in editing and self-publishing content
  • SEO knowledge
  • Self-starter mentality
  • Creates content that aligns with the overall strategy.
  • Enthusiasm and willingness to be a team player
  • Social media experience is a plus

Where You'll Be

Remote (bonus if you're based in the Los Angeles area).

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Minute Media is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minute Media participates in E-Verify.

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Skills Required

  • At least 2 years of digital writing experience
  • Deep passion for entertainment topics
  • Expertise in current TV and movies
  • Proficient in editing and self-publishing content
  • SEO knowledge
  • Self-starter mentality
  • Creates content that aligns with overall strategy
  • Enthusiasm and willingness to be a team player
  • Social media experience
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The Company
HQ: London
394 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Minute Media is a leading technology and digital content company. Our proprietary video and multimedia publishing platform, Voltax, powers the creation, distribution and monetization of content for third party publishers and advertisers as well as our own sports and culture content brands, including The Players' Tribune, FanSided, 90min and Mental Floss. For more information, please visit www.minutemedia.com.

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