Note: This is a freelance, remote position with flexible, full-time hours.

Screen Rant is the #1 entertainment website on the web and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for an experienced editor/writer to oversee and take charge of its Anime content under the leadership of the Comics Lead Editor as the team expands and explores new verticals. The selected candidate will have tremendous career growth opportunity within the organization. Please note that this role does not involve any kind of video editing or animation.

Responsibilities

Self-publish a minimum of 25 Anime articles per week (5/day) on the Comics team
Edit core comics content as required by the Comics Lead Editor
Content development/planning:
- Pitch/workshop the majority of Anime writing topics for yourself, and create extra for other writers on the team
- Develop content plans for new releases and evergreen topics
Images:
- Source and collect stock and unique images for all Anime content areas for use in a range of content.
Edit (long-term):
- Edit priority Anime content
- Send feedback to writers according to Screen Rant's standards (as per our writing guides)
- Work with new writers to develop their skills and help them adapt to Screen Rant's standards
- Work with existing writers to develop those suitable for internal development (staff writing, self-publishing, editing)

Requirements

Relevant experience in senior writing and editing roles (digital publications, entertainment content)
Broad working knowledge of comics in general (especially Marvel/DC), and expert knowledge of Anime content
Quick learner with strong sense of urgency
Excellent command of the English language
Ability to write articles free of typos and grammatical errors

Applicants with experience in the following areas will be given favorable consideration:

Image editing
SEO
Analytics (GA)
Freelance writer management
Proven track record of growing a team, expanding coverage, and driving traffic

What Screen Rant has to offer:

Perks atypical of a freelance role (guaranteed hours and income, health care stipend, bonusing opportunities, paid time off)
Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system
An amazing community of like-minded professionals to nerd-out with on a daily basis

Only applicants who possess the necessary skills and experience will be contacted, and only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of knowledge of Anime content in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included. If you would like to write about Comics or Anime but do not have the required experience for this particular role, kindly visit our

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