This is a paid freelance, remote position
Polygon is a leading 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, Polygon 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.
Your Responsibilities
- Choose article topics selected from a pool.
- Research and write original Features
- Pitch article topics to our Editorial team.
- Be a dedicated and consistent contributor to the site.
- Follow Polygon’s general Editorial Guidelines while producing unique and high-quality content.
- Produce articles in a timely manner to ensure that the latest industry news and most interesting content are always available to Polygon’s loyal readers.
- Work under tight deadlines and submit tasks on time.
- Have a working knowledge of TV Shows, either network or streaming.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation.
- Consistent and timely payments.
- Flexible schedule.
- Remote freelance position to work from a location of your choice.
- Exposure to Polygon’s large and passionate audience, which reaches 30M visitors per month, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.
Experience and Skills
- Educational Background in journalism or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in producing entertainment and related content.
- In-depth familiarity with and fierce passion for the entertainment industry, especially the latest TV shows.
- Broad knowledge of Network TV shows (i.e.: 9-1-1, Reacher, Tracker, Chicago Med, Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, Doctor Odyssey, Fire Country, Ghosts, Law & Order, House of David, NCIS, Matlock, The Rookie, Elsbeth, The Conners, Shifting Gears, George and Mandy, FBI, Blue Bloods, Watson, Will Trent, High Potential, The Equalizer (Series)
- Experience with SEO practices.
- Experience with a custom CMS, preferred.
- Strong knowledge of these shows would be considered an asset: The Mentalist, CSI (All), House M.D., Prison Break, Lost, Seinfeld, Friends, The Big Bang Theory, 24, The West Wing, Supernatural, Once Upon A Time, SWAT, Criminal Minds Modern Family, New Girl, The Blacklist, The Good Doctor, Glee, How to Get Away With Murder, Cheers, Home Improvement, Frasier, NYPD Blue, ER, JAG, Without a Trace, The Good Wife, Castle, Madam Secretary, This Is Us
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:
- Your CV
- A cover letter
- A sample article similar in nature to the content published on Polygon.
Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.
Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.
Polygon is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.
Valnet , founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.
Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.
Journalism or related education, 2+ years producing entertainment content, strong TV knowledge, SEO experience, writing skills, and familiarity with editorial guidelines and deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- writing features
- researching topics
- pitching articles
Skills & Tools
SEO, CMS
Job Details
- Category: Creative and Art Services
- Seniority: Entry Level
- Commitment: Contract
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Languages: English
About Valnet
A global digital publishing and media investment company operating authoritative brands across diverse content verticals. — Industry: Media and Communications