TV & Entertainment Writer (FTC)
TV & Entertainment Writer (FTC)
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Job Description
The TV and Entertainment Writer will work with GHs Deputy Editor to implement and develop the TV and entertainment strategy across all key GH platforms finding and writing stories each day turning out sparkling copy to deadline and ensuring GH hits its targets including site traffic and social engagement. They will also manage the editorial calendar ensuring GH is ahead of the curve with entertainment listings attend screenings junkets and events where necessary and work with the Newsletter Director developing and curating GHs weekly TV and entertainment newsletter as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Write and upload daily reactive TV and entertainment news stories to deadline working with the Deputy Editor covering shows and events GH readers love and helping to hit digital traffic targets.
Pitch daily news stories with compelling headlines and reactive angles that work across key platforms including Google Discover newsletter social media understanding the different approach to content for each platform.
Attend screenings and events build contacts with press officers for key TV channels and streaming services and be able to cover key TV moments live when required.
Use analytics packages to help adjust GHs TV and entertainment strategy and update the brand team including the Deputy Editor on daily and weekly progress using data to iterate on success.
Develop curate and build GHs weekly entertainment newsletter crafting compelling subjecs lines and headlines keeping engagement high and building known users developing in-email franchises where necessary.
Support the Social Media Manager in creating digital content that drives social engagement and traffic referrals to Develop a TV and ents SEO strategy with the SEO manager growing traffic to the Lifestyle pillar while also helping GH to stand out from other brands.
Be an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.
You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.
EXPERIENCE & CORE SKILLS
An individual with a strong writing background with evidence of producing excellent ideas and sensational copy.
A confident self-starter who will be able to handle conversations with publicists and agents professionally and with maturity.
Someone with a passion for writing and who is able to work quickly efficiently and to tight deadlines.
An adaptable individual who is a proven team player.
Someone happy writing across multiple platforms.
Competent on CMS and familiar with digital platforms and some knowledge of analytics packages.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Hearst UK you can choose from a huge range of perks and benefits that can help you learn well work well and live well including:
25 days holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days)
Hybrid working Four days per week in the office
Discounted gym membership
Healthcare cash plan
Spend a charity day with your favourite good cause
Life assurance and pension scheme
Regular socials and more!
Theres more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
