Freelance Entertainment News Writer – $21.00 per hour
Steady assignments. Reliable pay. The List is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working freelance writers with a love and expert-level understanding of pop culture to join our team. Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience writing content for print or the web with a focus on entertainment and celebrity news coverage. We are looking for self-motivated, adaptable writers with their finger on the pulse of the fast-paced celeb news landscape. These positions are work-from-home with flexible, stable hours. Location does not matter; U.S. and international candidates are encouraged to apply.
About The List
At The List, we deliver star-centered news with a twist. Our team of writers and editors is always on the hunt for fresh perspectives, be it through exclusive interviews with celebs or conversations with our leading industry experts. From the royals to Hallmark stars, The List offers deep-dives into the lives of celebs you can’t get enough of. We offer everything you’re looking for in an entertainment news site, covering fashion trends, famous family updates, and breaking news.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Select news and evergreen topics from a curated list of assignments
- Research, write, and submit 300- to 900-word articles via our custom CMS
- Turn around assignments quickly—speed and accuracy both matter here
- Follow our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to keep our content sharp, trustworthy, and engaging
What We Offer
- Compensation: $21 per hour
- Reliable payment: Paid on time, twice a month
- Flexible scheduling: You choose your own days and hours
- Fully remote: Work from anywhere with a good internet connection
- Massive reach: Static Media’s network receives 170M+ monthly visitors, and our content is syndicated on SmartNews, Apple News+, MSN, and Yahoo
What You’ll Need
- At least 3 years of editorial experience (writing and/or editing)
- Comfort working in a CMS
- Familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook and strong command of grammar and structure
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
- Your resume
- A brief cover letter
- Three professional writing samples relevant to the kind of content we publish
Applications missing any of these elements will not be considered.
All content on Static Media’s sites is written entirely by humans. While we understand AI-written content is becoming prevalent, any articles submitted using AI during the hiring process will not be considered.
Job Types: Contract, Freelance
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week