Remote Streaming Features Writer

Valnet Tech Sites; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive per-story pay

Flexible schedule

Remote work

Global audience impact

Job summary

Valnet Tech Sites is seeking an Entertainment Features Writer to join our remote team on a 1099 freelance basis. You will craft original features, rankings, and explainers about movies and streaming platforms for a global audience.

The role emphasizes pitching timely topics, collaborating with editorial across brands, and ensuring content aligns with our standards. Remote work with flexible schedule, exposure to multiple top-tier tech and media publications.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in writing and editing entertainment features, TV/movie listicles, or pop culture feature content in the English language.
• Strong ability to pitch original feature concepts and write engaging, reader-focused feed content.
• Deep knowledge of the current streaming landscape (Netflix, Max, Disney+, Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV+) and major media franchises.
• Ability to think analytically and turn complex plots, lore, or streaming trends into clear, readable, and exciting articles.
• Proficiency with SEO practices for feature writing and experience using a web-based CMS.
• A self-starter attitude with a passion for staying ahead of the entertainment curve.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and write original features, curated watchlists, franchise rankings, plot explainers, and deep-dive analysis on major movies, TV shows, and streaming platforms (Netflix, Max, Disney+, Prime Video, Apple TV+).
• Pitch unique, reader-obsessed feature topics regularly (e.g., streaming hidden gems, franchise watch orders, character breakdowns, platform feature deep dives).
• Input work into our in-house CMS, as well as find and format images, according to our guidelines.
• Stay ahead of upcoming release slates, streaming ecosystem updates, and pop-culture trends to pitch timely feature angles.
• Coordinate with editorial teams across brands for assignments, feedback, and content optimization.
• Follow general Editorial Guidelines while producing unique and high-quality feature content.

Skills

Entertainment writing

Editing

SEO knowledge

CMS proficiency

Pitch ideas

English language

Tools

CMS

Image editing

Job description

Valnet Tech Sites is seeking an Entertainment Features Writer to join our remote team on a 1099 freelance basis. You will craft original features, rankings, and explainers about movies and streaming platforms for a global audience.

The role emphasizes pitching timely topics, collaborating with editorial across brands, and ensuring content aligns with our standards. Remote work with flexible schedule, exposure to multiple top-tier tech and media publications.