MovieWeb: Fantasy Movie and TV Author

Valnet Freelance

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Location

Remote · US

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Job overview

Valnet Freelance is hiring a MovieWeb: Fantasy Movie and TV Author. MovieWeb.com seeks a freelance, remote author with a passion for fantasy content to write high-quality articles. The role involves fact-checking, formatting, linking, and basic image editing, as well as brainstorming original content ideas. The author will work in a virtual environment and communicate openly with the editorial team.

Key focus areas include Write articles in MW’s house style, Include fact-checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/basic editing, and Brainstorm, pitch, and develop original content ideas.

Preferred (not required): Content Passion, Fantasy World Knowledge, Content Analysis, and Grammatical Details.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Content PassionFantasy World KnowledgeContent AnalysisGrammatical DetailsEnglish Language CommandHigh-Quality Article WritingSwift Turn-Around TimesVirtual Environment ComfortCulture UnderstandingStrong Research SkillFact-CheckingFormattingLinkingImage SourcingBasic EditingOriginal Content Idea DevelopmentFeedback ApplicationOpen Communication

Qualifications

Previous Writing ExperienceEditing Experience

Full job description

This is a paid freelance, remote position.

Founded in 1995, MovieWeb.com is the premier online destination for movie enthusiasts, providing the latest news and information on casting and development, release dates, trailers, interviews and clips, full movies, and more. MovieWeb keeps users connected to all their favorites, past, present, and future. As a top social entertainment network, MovieWeb is revolutionizing the way you DISCOVER, WATCH and DISCUSS the movies you love.

What we are looking for:

A passion for the content and a drive to grow within the industry
Previous writing experience (Editing experience is a plus)
Broad working knowledge of the Fantasy world, including Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones/House of the Dragon, and other renowned Fantasy titles.
The ability to analyze content and pull directly from the source material to back up claims
A sharp eye for grammatical details
Excellent command of the English language
Ability to write high-quality articles with swift turn-around times
Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment
Should possess a general understanding of the culture and strong research skill

Responsibilities:

Write articles in MW’s house style (following the requisite training).
This will include fact-checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
Brainstorm, pitch, and develop original content ideas based on high-performing Western titles and franchises
Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team

What MW has to offer:

Fully remote — write from anywhere in North America or the UK
Opportunities to pitch original ideas
Several helpful guides that you can refer to even after training
Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system
An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

NOTE: Only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of knowledge of Fantasy content in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included . Please note that the next step in the hiring process involves a writing evaluation.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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