Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Screen Rant is the #1 entertainment website on the web and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for experienced writers to contribute Video Script content under the leadership of the Videos Lead Editor. Screen Rant operates at a rapid pace and is seeking writers who can produce high-quality articles under time constraints. The selected candidate will have tremendous career growth and internal development opportunities within the organization. 

Note that this role does not involve video production, video editing, screenwriting, or writing reviews. Please visit screenrant.com and review your familiarity with our range of topics before applying. In your cover letter, make sure to tell us how your knowledge of the specific vertical you’re applying for will complement Screen Rant’s coverage. We would love to welcome you to our community of cinephiles, gamers, and geeks!

Responsibilities:

• Write scripts about a variety of topics such as Movies, TV Shows, Video Games, Reality TV, and Comics.
• Contribute a minimum of 3-4 scripts daily.
  • Script word counts are 450-500 words, in addition to providing specific video links (clips/trailers) for the video editors to use, in addition to providing suggestions as to where footage should be inserted
  • Scripts tailored for Youtube videos are 1450-1500 words
• Work under tight deadlines and submit tasks on time.
• Have a working knowledge of the entertainment industry
• Able to maintain a contracted freelance schedule.
• Reporting to various Editors and implementing feedback efficiently.
• Adherence to a style guide.

Applicants must be highly motivated and possess the following requirements:

• Relevant experience in writing, specifically video scripts.
• Ability to source information/news from different websites
• Proficiency in Asana and Google Docs
• Broad knowledge of TV and Movie history and culture as well as the entertainment industry as a whole
• A solid grasp of the English language and the ability to communicate niche ideas to a wide audience.
• Experience with Emaki is an asset.

The hiring team at Screen Rant will get back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team. Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered.

**This is a freelance, work-from-home position**

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