Senior Editor/Writer, Sneak Peak

BC Forward; California (MD); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global clients exposure

Inclusive culture

Cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

TSR seeks a Senior Editor/Writer, Sneak Peak to join our dynamic team in Burbank, CA. The role covers digital editorial, entertainment journalism, SEO-driven content, and CMS workflows, with publishing in Google Docs and WordPress.

You will write about premieres, franchises, and schedules, edit colleagues, optimize headlines for readers and search, and collaborate with marketing, programming, and SEO teams to deliver timely, accurate articles under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience as a digital editor, writer, or journalist.
• Excellent writing, editing, copy editing, and headline-writing skills.
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling angles quickly.
• Proven 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.
• Experience with WordPress or a comparable CMS.
• Fluency with Google Docs and collaborative editorial workflows.
• Fluency and comfort with AI-assisted tools.
• Strong research and fact-checking skills.
• Ability to navigate stakeholder feedback and approval processes while keeping work moving.
• High organization and comfort managing several priorities at once.

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 headlines, subheads, and article structures optimized for readers and search.
• Apply SEO best practices, including search intent, keyword targeting, internal linking, and content structure.
• Ensure content adheres to Sneak Peak 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

Digital editing

Copy editing

SEO writing

Editorial judgment

Tools

WordPress

Google Docs

AI-assisted tools

Job description

Senior Editor/Writer, Sneak Peak

Location: Burbank, CA (Onsite)

Duration: 9 months, possibility of extension

Pay Range: $48-58/hour W2

About TSRTSR is a trusted staffing and workforce solutions partner with more than 50 years of experience delivery highly qualified talent to support clients' most critical business and technology initiatives. Through a disciplined approach to sourcing, candidate vetting, and delivery, TSR helps organizations scale teams quickly while maintaining quality and reliability. TSR operates with a global delivery model, leveraging specialized teams to support enterprise clients across North America and beyond.In June 2024, TSR was acquired by Justin Christian, founder and CEO of BCforward, a global provider of professional services and workforce solutions. This partnership expands TSR's ability to deliver broader capabilities, global delivery resources, and enhanced opportunities for both clients and consultants.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Editor/Writer, Sneak Peak to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in digital editorial, entertainment journalism, SEO-driven content, and CMS workflows and a proven ability to create, edit, and publish timely, accurate, and engaging articles while managing multiple priorities and stakeholder feedback.

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 headlines, subheads, and article structures optimized for readers and search.
• Apply SEO best practices, including search intent, keyword targeting, internal linking, and content structure.
• Ensure content adheres to Sneak Peak 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 Skills & Qualifications

• Significant professional experience as a digital editor, writer, or journalist, ideally covering entertainment, television, streaming, movies, or pop culture.
• Excellent writing, editing, copy editing, and headline-writing skills.
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling angles quickly.
• Proven 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.
• Experience with WordPress or a comparable CMS.
• Fluency with Google Docs and collaborative editorial workflows.
• Fluency and comfort with AI-assisted tools.
• Strong research and fact-checking skills.
• Ability to navigate stakeholder feedback and approval processes while keeping work moving.
• High organization and comfort managing several priorities at once.

Preferred Skills

• Experience at a major entertainment publication, newsroom, or high-volume digital editorial operation.
• Experience writing recommendation, service, or search-driven evergreen content.
• Familiarity with audience insights, search trends, and content-performance data.
• Familiarity with client's programming and franchises.

Why TSR?

At TSR, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

TSR is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.