Freelance Soap Opera Feature Writer

Steady freelance work that pays on time! Calling all soap opera superfans! The List is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working freelance writers to help us write articles covering "The Young and the Restless", "The Bold and the Beautiful", "General Hospital", "Days of our Lives", and other soaps as needed. Ideal candidates have at least one year of experience writing content for print or the web and are experts on soap operas as well as other content similar to The List. We are seeking creative individuals who are self-sufficient and versatile. 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

The List is a women’s entertainment site, with a twist. We pride ourselves on being original, well-researched, and without sugar-coating, but no topic is beneath us. Whether you’re looking for the latest housewife drama, a loyal fan of all things royal, or in need of your favorite soap recap (or preview), we’ve got you covered. Not only that, but we go beyond the basics, offering op-eds from our passionate writing crew, exclusive commentary from leading industry experts, and hot takes on some of the juiciest breaking news entertainment has to offer.

Feature Writer Responsibilities:

Claim feature article topics from a large selection of assignments
Research, pitch, and write 2600- to 3000-word articles in a custom CMS with a one-week to one-day turnaround, depending on the topic and timeliness of the article
Contribute to and follow the guidelines of our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to uphold quality of content

Compensation: 8 cents per word

Experience:

Minimum one year of editorial experience writing and editing. Experience with building content in a CMS.

How to apply

To apply for this job, please submit the following materials:

Your resume
Three sentences explaining what makes you a soap opera superfan
A list of which soap operas you are an expert in
Three professional writing samples relevant to the content shared on The List

Applications without all of these elements will not be considered.

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