Senior Editor/Writer

Solomon Page; West Hollywood (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k)

Direct deposit

Commuter benefits

Freelancers welcome

Job summary

Solomon Page is seeking a Senior Editor/Writer for a freelance, onsite role in Los Angeles, CA. The position runs through May 2027 with potential to extend, paying $53 per hour.

You will write and publish about one article daily, cover premieres and timely programming, and produce evergreen and discovery content while editing others’ work for accuracy and voice. You’ll optimize headlines, apply SEO, and collaborate with editorial, marketing, and programming teams to review content and secure

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience as a digital editor, writer or journalist, ideally covering entertainment, television, streaming, movies or pop culture.
• Experience at a major entertainment publication, newsroom or high-volume digital editorial operation ideal.
• Experience writing recommendation, service or search-driven evergreen content.

Responsibilities

• Write and publish approximately one original article per day.
• Produce fast-turnaround stories tied to premieres, finales, schedules, casting, franchise news and other timely programming moments.
• Write evergreen and discovery content, including what-to-watch guides, recommendation lists, explainers and franchise guides.
• Edit copy from other writers for accuracy, clarity, structure, voice and audience relevance.
• Update existing articles to keep information current, accurate and useful.
• Edit and publish content in Google Docs and WordPress.
• Develop strong headlines, subheads and article structures for readers and search.
• Apply SEO best practices, including search intent, keyword targeting, internal linking and content structure.
• Ensure content adheres to editorial standards, style guidelines and brand requirements.
• Fact-check stories and verify information using authoritative sources.
• Partner with editorial, marketing, publicity, programming, SEO and other stakeholders to review content, incorporate feedback and secure approvals.
• Manage multiple assignments and updates while meeting tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Identify opportunities for new stories, evergreen coverage and timely updates based on programming priorities, audience interest and search behavior.

Skills

Senior Editor/Writer experience

Entertainment journalism

CMS experience

WordPress

SEO/content strategy

Fact-checking

Deadline management

Stakeholder communication

AI-assisted tools

Tools

WordPress CMS

Google Docs

Job description

We are hiring a Senior Editor/Writer to join a top entertainment company in Los Angeles, CA. This freelance role will run until May 2027 with potential to extend and will be fully onsite in their LA office.

• Pay Rate: $53/HR

Responsibilities:

• Write and publish approximately one original article per day, depending on assignment complexity and other editorial responsibilities
• Produce fast-turnaround stories tied to premieres, finales, schedules, casting, franchise news and other timely programming moments
• Write evergreen and discovery content, including what-to-watch guides, recommendation lists, explainers and franchise guides
• Edit copy from other writers for accuracy, clarity, structure, voice and audience relevance
• Update existing articles to keep information current, accurate and useful
• Edit and publish content in Google Docs and WordPress
• Develop strong headlines, subheads and article structures for readers and search
• Apply SEO best practices, including search intent, keyword targeting, internal linking and content structure
• Ensure content adheres to editorial standards, style guidelines and brand requirements
• Fact-check stories and verify information using authoritative sources
• Partner with editorial, marketing, publicity, programming, SEO and other stakeholders to review content, incorporate feedback and secure approvals
• Manage multiple assignments and updates while meeting tight deadlines and shifting priorities
• Identify opportunities for new stories, evergreen coverage and timely updates based on programming priorities, audience interest and search behavior

Required Qualifications:

• Significant professional experience as a digital editor, writer or journalist, ideally covering entertainment, television, streaming, movies or pop culture
• Experience at a major entertainment publication, newsroom or high-volume digital editorial operation ideal
• Experience writing recommendation, service or search-driven evergreen content
• Familiarity with audience insights, search trends and content-performance data
• Experience with WordPress or a comparable CMS
• Fluency with Google Docs and collaborative editorial workflows
• Fluence and comfort with AI-assisted tools
• Strong research and fact-checking skills
• Ability to navigate stakeholder feedback and approval processes while keeping work moving
• Highly organized and comfortable managing several priorities at once
• Excellent writing, editing, copy editing and headline-writing skills
• Strong editorial judgment and the ability to quickly identify the most useful or compelling angle
• Demonstrated ability to produce clean, engaging and accurate copy on tight deadlines
• Experience editing other writers and providing clear, actionable feedback
• Strong knowledge of television, movies, streaming platforms and pop culture
• Working knowledge of SEO and how search intent should inform editorial decisions

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Opportunity Awaits.