Film & TV Content Writer

Aquent; Greater London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a talented Film & TV Content Writer for a remote contract position. You will create engaging synopses for a wide range of movies and TV shows, ensuring each summary captures the essence of the story while appealing to a global audience. If you have a knack for storytelling and a passion for film and television, this role presents a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic creative team.

Benefits

Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans

Paid sick leave

Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing or editing content related to film and television.
• Strong understanding of AP style.
• Excellent research skills.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging synopses for movies and TV shows.
• Collaborate with assignment editors on writing briefs.
• Maintain editorial principles for diverse audiences.

Skills

Fluency in English

Writing for film and television

Research skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative spirit

Job description

Aquent Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Film & TV Content Writer

Aquent Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Direct message the job poster from Aquent

Key Accounts Delivery Recruiter / Account Manager at Aquent, Assoc CIPD

Job Title: Film & TV Content Writer / Synopsis Writer

Client Location: UK Remote / London

Starting: 14/07/2025

Salary/Pay Rate: £45-50 per hour (PAYE)

Hours: Full-time

Duration: until 31st Dec 2025

Captivate audiences with your words! A global entertainment company known for its innovative streaming platform is searching for a talented Synopsis Writer to join its Creative Writing Strategy team. This role offers a unique opportunity to craft compelling summaries for a vast library of movies and TV shows, helping viewers discover their next favorite watch. Your knack for concise, engaging storytelling will play a pivotal role in connecting millions with captivating content.

As a Synopsis Writer, you'll be the voice that guides viewers through a sea of entertainment, crafting compelling summaries that ignite their curiosity. You'll dive into diverse genres, from blockbuster action films to indie gems, ensuring each synopsis captures the essence of the story while resonating with a global audience. Collaborating closely with a team of editors, you'll refine your writing to perfection, ensuring accuracy, inclusivity, and a touch of creative flair.

This is a 6 months contract, offering £45-50 per hour (PAYE). The shortlisted candidates will be contacted by EOD Tuesday 24th July.

What You'll Do:

• Write engaging synopses for a diverse range of movies and TV shows, primarily from the UK and US, occasionally including European titles.
• Collaborate with assignment editors to ensure alignment with writing briefs and project requirements.
• Maintain editorial principles, crafting accurate, inclusive, and creative synopses that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Conduct research to gather context about titles and synthesize information from various sources.
• Contribute to a collaborative editorial team, embracing feedback and contributing to a positive work environment.

Must-Haves:

• Native-level fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Proven experience writing or editing content related to film and television (articles, blog posts, reviews, features, etc.).
• Strong understanding of AP style and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent research skills and the ability to synthesize information effectively.
• A collaborative spirit and eagerness to receive and provide constructive feedback.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Knowledge of other European languages.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description:

Our Client is the world’s leading streaming entertainment service. Headquartered in California, they’re proud of their unique company culture. This organization has offices all over the world, and has continued to grow for almost 25 years. They now play an active role in production and distribution of original and award-winning content.

Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Entertainment Providers

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