Entertainment Writer - Soap Central

1 Day ago • 2 Years +

Editorial

Job Description

Soapcentral.com, part of Absolute Sports, is seeking an Entertainment Writer to cover scripted content, streaming, and other TV shows. The role involves writing 4-5 articles daily, monitoring entertainment news and social media trends, pitching story ideas, and reviewing movies/TV shows with thorough research. Candidates should have at least 6 months of experience, preferably 2 years in entertainment reporting, and be available for night shifts and weekends.

Good To Have:

Bachelor's degree in English/ Journalism/ Mass communication.
At least 2 years of experience in entertainment reporting.

Must Have:

Write 4-5 articles daily.
Monitor entertainment news and social media trends, become familiar with Google Trends.
Pitch interesting story ideas.
Review movies/TV shows with thorough research skills.
Meet deadlines and be available for real-time coverage of award shows & similar live events.
Understand industry terms and have previous success in breaking entertainment reporting.
Possess excellent time management skills and ability to work independently.
Be willing to work in the night shift (7PM to 3AM IST) and weekends.

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Job Description

About Us

Soapcentral.com - The premier destination for all things related to US daytime dramas.

Started in 1995, Soap Central provides latest news, in-depth recaps, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights from the leading soap operas.

At soapcentral.com, we celebrate the rich tradition of American soap operas, bringing you up-to-date information on everything from plot twists and character developments to cast changes and show renewals. Our passionate team of writers and industry insiders are dedicated to keeping you informed and entertained, ensuring you never miss a moment of the drama and excitement that these beloved shows have to offer. Consistently aiming on expanding our horizon to even broader categories in entertainment.

Soap Central is now part of Absolute Sports, a Nazara Technologies subsidiary and the parent company of Sportskeeda.com, ProFootballNetwork.com and Deltiasgaming.com. It is one of the world's leading providers of sports news and analysis with over 100 million fans engaging with its platform monthly, and is now foraying into the world of entertainment news.

The Opportunity

Experience: 6+ months of experience

Nature of Employment: Contractual

As a TV Shows & Entertainment Writer, you will be covering scripted content - streaming & otherwise, writing features and news pieces on them.

Key Responsibilities:

Write 4-5 articles a day.
Monitor day-to-day sport entertainment news and keep tabs on social media trends, become familiar with Google Trends.
Pitch interesting story ideas.
Open to feedback from the editorial team.
Review movies/ TV shows (thorough research skills mandatory).
Able to meet deadlines, available for real-time coverage of award shows & similar live events.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English/ Journalism/ Mass communication is preferred.
At least 2 years of experience in entertainment reporting preferred.
Understands industry terms and has previous success in breaking entertainment reporting.
Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently.
Willing to work in the night shift (7PM to 3AM IST) & weekends.

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