THIS IS A PAID FREELANCE AND REMOTE POSITION

ScreenRant is the #1 entertainment website and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment.
As a worldwide leader, ScreenRant operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced and passionate contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Proven experience in senior editorial roles (Managing Editor, Deputy Editor, Editor-in-Chief) at digital publications specializing in TV content.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Significant experience optimizing content for Google Discover.
• Experience with SEO and analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Ahrefs, among others.
• Deep knowledge of the TV industry and a passion for the medium.
• Proven experience managing freelance writers and growing a team, with a track record of expanding coverage and driving traffic.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Site Leadership
• Lead the TV news verticals, aligning content strategy with the overall goals of ScreenRant.
• Liaise with in-house Valnet operations teams on team progress, challenges, and operational needs.
• Participate in editorial pitch meetings to provide feedback on pitches and maintain editorial focus.
• Grow TV news coverage and performance following a content investment strategy, building upon successful content types and topics.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings to communicate progress on traffic goals, site initiatives, and to provide team support.
• Participate in weekly meetings with Valnet supervisors to assess bandwidth, track traffic performance, and output initiatives.
• Develop and implement strategies for sustained growth within the TV news spaces.
• Audit and Optimization
• Regularly audit news coverage, identifying areas for improvement or expansion.
• Focus on driving improvements to the segment’s news sourcing and timeliness practices in order to impact ScreenRant’s industry-leading TV news coverage.
• Propose and implement solutions to achieve ambitious traffic targets.
• Content Strategy & Planning
• Research and identify traffic-driving topics using data from internal and external tools, expanding coverage of TV news-related topics.
• Source stories, breaking news, and unique angles for writers and editors to ensure engaging, authoritative content.
• Team Management & Development
• Build and lead a team of skilled writers and editors with a passion for TV news.
• Collaborate with HR to identify and onboard new talent, including writers and editors.
• Manage the development and training of the editorial team to ensure quality and output targets are met.
• Ensure adherence to ScreenRant’s publication standards, offering regular feedback and performance assessments.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth.