TV Writer

HELLO! Magazine; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic TV writer to create compelling content for their vibrant online platform. This role involves writing engaging articles, attending exciting events, and collaborating with a creative team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling, a nose for news, and the ability to generate original ideas. With opportunities to participate in multimedia projects and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for someone eager to make an impact in the media landscape. Join a fun and innovative company that celebrates creativity and fosters professional growth!

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private Medical Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance (6x salary)

Generous Employer Pension contributions

Group Income Protection Scheme

Birthday day off

Fun media company perks

Qualifications

• Up to three years’ experience in journalism.
• Ability to write engaging and compelling content quickly.

Responsibilities

• Writing daily content for the TV and Film section.
• Conducting interviews and attending events.
• Collaborating on planning listings for TV/Film events.

Skills

Journalism

Content Writing

SEO

Story Development

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree or equivalent (NCTJ)

Job description

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Your mission

Our new TV writer will be responsible for writing the most up-to-date, compelling, and enjoyable content from the world of TV and Film.

With a fountain of knowledge of what content appeals to the HELLO! audience, interesting ideas, and a flair for brilliant headlines, the TV writer will know what makes an appealing online story, as well as possess the ability to turn around fresh, engaging content quickly and effectively.

They should also be proactive in volunteering to attend TV and film events on behalf of HELLO!, such as red carpet media lines, award shows, screenings, Q&As, interviews, and junkets. They will need to be comfortable appearing on camera for online and social media, and be keen to participate in other multimedia projects, including video series, social content, and podcasts, as opportunities arise.

Key Responsibilities

1. Writing daily content – news, features, and galleries – for HELLO!’s website in the TV and Film section
2. Collaborating with Deputy Online Editor on planning listings for TV/Film events
3. Pitching daily original ideas and galleries
4. Assisting with the print magazine’s culture section
5. Working with the Audience team on SEO features
6. Reporting on statistical insights to improve content
7. Authoring the weekly newsletter
8. Attending events during daytime and/or evenings as required
9. Conducting interviews with celebrity talent
10. Building and maintaining relationships with PRs

Your profile

• Enthusiastic
• Passionate
• Organized
• Creative
• Team player and independent worker
• Fast learner
• Keen to take on additional responsibilities
• Nose for a great story
• Always seeking news hooks
• Able to develop original, fresh story angles

Experience

• Up to three years’ experience in journalism

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent (NCTJ)

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year (full-time employees)
• 1 birthday day per year
• Private Medical Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance (currently 6x salary)
• Generous Employer Pension contributions
• Group Income Protection Scheme
• Additional perks of working for a fun media company

About Us

MISSION STATEMENT

To influence and inspire with relevant, exclusive, and entertaining content in a positive, celebratory, and kind environment via stringent editorial integrity.

History of Hello

HELLO! is a leading lifestyle and celebrity publication, known for its positive and celebratory reporting and exclusive showbiz content since 1988. Its digital brand has evolved from a legacy site into a global influential website.

Part of the HOLA group, launched in Barcelona in 1944, HELLO! continues to promote positive, visual, and celebratory journalism, offering readers a glimpse into the worlds of the rich and famous to inspire and entertain.

With offices in London, New York, and Toronto, HELLO! operates a 24-hour global website serving audiences mainly in the UK, US, and Canada, with a worldwide readership.