Weekend Entertainment Writer Job at Betches Media, New York, NY

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  • Betches Media
  • New York, NY

Job Description

About Us

Betches Media is the leading humor platform for women on the internet, offering audiences a range of cutting-edge and culturally relevant content across web, social, podcasts and events. The multi-media entertainment and lifestyle brand was founded in 2011 by lifelong friends Aleen Dreksler, Sami Sage and Jordana Abraham during their senior year at college, and is one of the earliest digitally native media and entertainment companies founded and led by women.

Today, Betches Media has a reach of 250M+ across all platforms, connecting with fans across every touchpoint. We are funny, honest, and unfiltered, and our mission is to provide a space for all women to get real about life through relatable and shareable content. The company has recently become a public entity after being acquired by UK-based parent company LBG Media, which reaches over a billion people globally every month and aims to be the number one media group for the social generation.

Description

Betches Media is seeking a part-time Weekend Entertainment writer who will write daily pop culture content for the Betches site (celebrity, TV, movies, award shows, etc). Candidates who live and breathe pop culture and who are “in the know” about entertainment headlines will have the most fun in this role, which will report to the Entertainment editor and work closely with all editorial team members.

The ideal candidate is an experienced, self-sufficient entertainment writer (with bylines at entertainment news outlets or women’s media outlets), who is quick and efficient. You should have sound writing skills, amazing attention to detail, a strong understanding of SEO, breaking news experience, a proficiency in Google Analytics, and a strong journalistic background with an emphasis on self-publishing, as well as an interest in thinking outside the box when it comes to pitching and story ideation.

Expected Hours:

  • Saturday: 12pm to 5pm EST
  • Sunday: 12pm to 5pm EST
  • Monday & Tuesday: 3pm to 8pm EST
  • Wednesday: 4pm to 8pm EST

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Write and self-edit timely entertainment stories and evergreen content during evenings and weekends
  • Produce 3-4 timely news stories a day around trending entertainment, celebrity, and pop culture news
  • Diligently track all things entertainment, pop culture, viral news, and TikTok/social media trends throughout the day
  • Work closely with the the Entertainment editor on story assignments
  • Ensure all content aligns with Betches editorial standards
  • Be an enthusiastic member of the team, continuously offering fresh ideas and pitches
  • Cover awards shows, breaking news, and other live entertainment events as needed

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of relevant writing experience for an online publication with bylines for examples
  • In-depth knowledge of U.S. entertainment news and pop culture
  • A passion for celebrities and influencers, the entertainment industry, and TikTok
  • Strong understanding of SEO best practices, including photos and meta descriptions
  • Experience with self-publishing and self-editing
  • Quick and efficient with breaking news stories
  • Highly organized, detail oriented, and passionate about Betches Media
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
  • A strong understanding of the Betches voice and what makes a Betches Story
  • Capable of working within tight deadlines and ability to work flexible hours
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Breaking news experience and affiliate marketing experience a plus

Submission : Please be sure to include direct links to published articles for consideration

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $25 an hour. 

Learn more about our culture and perks


Our DEI+ Commitment

At Betches, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that true creativity and knowledge emerge when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and our communities, recognizing that our journey towards excellence is ongoing. Together, we aim to foster an environment where everyone can contribute to and benefit from our shared success.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Sunday, Saturday, Afternoon shift,

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