Job description

About US

Sportskeeda - For the hardcore sports fan

Established in 2009, Absolute Sports is the parent company of Sportskeeda.com, ProFootballNetwork.com, SoapCentral.com and Deltiasgaming.com. We are a subsidiary of Nazara Technologies, the only publicly listed Indian gaming / diversified media company.

Sportskeeda is a global sports content platform that covers the world's biggest sports and esports subjects and serves over 100 Million fans every month. Our passionate team comprises top content creators from around the world who produce hundreds of well-researched content pieces on a daily basis. Sportskeeda has market leadership in multiple sports in the US, being #10 in Comscore rankings and a very close #2 in India (All Sports).

ProFootballNetwork.com is a NFL-focused property in the US with +11M monthly users.

SoapCentral.com is a leading soap opera content destination in the US.

Deltiasgaming.com is a dynamic and thriving online platform dedicated to providing gamers of all skill levels with top-notch content, valuable resources, and an engaging community.

We are a Great Place to Work certified organization, with employees and contributors working from various corners of the globe.

The Opportunity

Location: Remote

Experience: 1-2 Years

Role:Contract

Please note: U.S. based applicants only

As a daily soap writer, your role involves consistently producing written content that delves into scripted content, writing features, and news pieces regularly. You will be responsible for creating engaging features and news articles focused on popular soap operas such as General Hospital, The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, and Days of Our Lives. It’s essential that you stay dedicated to closely following these soaps, keeping up-to-date with their storylines and controversies. Your ability to provide insightful analysis, capture the drama, and connect with the passionate fan base of these series is crucial for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Write 3-4 articles a day.
Provide insightful analysis of the unfolding drama.
Monitor day-to-day controversies and news centering on the shows, keep tabs on social media trends, and become familiar with Google Trends.
Pitch interesting story ideas.
Open to feedback from the editorial team.
Able to meet deadlines, available for real-time coverage of off-field angles when they’re pushed out
Ensure timely delivery of content to meet publication schedules

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English/ Journalism/ Mass communication is preferred.
Has at least 2 years of experience in entertainment reporting.
Understands industry terms and has previous success in breaking entertainment reporting.
Applicants must be avid daily soap enthusiasts.
Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently.

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