Polygon Movie and TV News Writer

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About The Position

Polygon is seeking Movie & TV News Writers to cover breaking news, major announcements, and developments across film and television. Polygon is an entertainment and gaming publication covering video games, movies, television, comics, and pop culture in a fast-paced digital publishing environment. This is a paid, remote freelance position with a flexible schedule. Writers will produce original, engaging, accurate, and high-quality content for digital audiences, following Polygon’s editorial guidelines and house style. Contributors must adhere to Valnet’s Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using artificial intelligence.

Requirements

Educational background in journalism or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience writing entertainment-related content for a well-known digital publication.
Stay up to date on the latest movie and TV news.
Be highly motivated and a team player.
Experience with SEO practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a custom CMS.

Responsibilities

Research and write timely, accurate, and engaging news articles about movies, television, streaming platforms, and the broader entertainment industry.
Cover breaking news, casting announcements, upcoming releases, trailers, industry developments, and trending entertainment topics.
Pitch relevant and original news stories to the Editorial team.
Follow Polygon’s Editorial Guidelines and house style while producing original, high-quality content.
Thoroughly research and fact-check articles, format them properly, and optimize them for digital audiences.
Stay informed about film and television developments to identify newsworthy stories and emerging trends.
Contribute to the site consistently.
Work efficiently under tight deadlines to provide timely coverage of important entertainment news.