Timely SEO Writer, Entertainment Weekly

People Inc.

8d • Remote

About The Position

Entertainment Weekly is seeking an SEO Writer to create search-driven content focused on movies, TV, and celebrities. The role involves writing about current entertainment topics, such as TV show finales, documentary subjects, or celebrity-related lists. The ideal candidate is a fast and clean writer, a resourceful researcher, and a digitally savvy entertainment expert with a strong understanding of SEO best practices. This position requires a voicey writer who can be engaging while maintaining authority. As EW operates in a fast-paced newsroom, the ability to pitch and write multiple articles of varying lengths daily is essential. The role is for an Agency Worker, paid by a staffing agency, and will receive a W2 from that agency.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree
• 2-3 years experience writing for a celebrity news publication or in a related entertainment space
• Strong writing and editing skills, impeccable journalistic standards, and attention to detail.
• Ability to respond quickly to breaking news and understand how to find an SEO or evergreen angle from a news event.
• Demonstrated understanding of SEO and analytics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pop culture, specifically related to TV and film.
• Loves a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Curious, insatiable media consumer with a deep knowledge of the latest TV dramas, celebrity news, and true-crime documentaries
• Excels at pop-culture trivia
• Ability to assemble a roundup of stars with regrettable tattoos or a list of the best Robert Pattinson roles
• Voicey writer who can have fun with their copy while maintaining authority on the subject
• Regularly consumes new and popular streaming content and has a wide-ranging interest in celebrity and pop culture.

Responsibilities

• Write new content, closely adhering to EW’s style guide and ensuring all copy is clean and accurate as well as optimized for SEO
• Pitch content based on news cycle

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level