Offer summary

Qualifications:

BA or BS degree in a relevant field., 2-3 years of experience writing for a celebrity news publication or in a related entertainment space., Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail., Demonstrated understanding of SEO best practices and analytics..

Key responsabilities:

Write new content that adheres to InStyle’s style guide and is optimized for SEO.

Pitch content ideas based on current news cycles and search trends.

Produce multiple story ideas daily across various entertainment topics.

Respond quickly to breaking news and find SEO angles from news events.

Job description

This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with Dotdash Meredith. The Agency Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency reporting their earnings for tax purposes.

SEO Writer, InStyle

Do you binge-watch everything from Love Is Blind to Bridgerton as soon as new seasons drop? Are you the go-to friend for all the latest celebrity news: from new couple alerts to surprising breakups? InStyle is looking for an SEO entertainment/celebrity writer to join our digital Evergreen team. This position will involve pitching and writing timely search-driven content for InStyle, with topics ranging from the latest on celebrity news and relationships, new shows and movies, TikTok trends and more. This person must be a fast and clean writer as well as a digitally-savvy celebrity and entertainment expert, with knowledge of SEO best practices. We’re looking for a talented writer who regularly consumes new and popular streaming content and has a knowledge of pop culture, and can pitch and write multiple story ideas each day across various topics.

Assignment Details:

30 hours a week

Start date: 5/5/2025

End date: 3 months with potential to extend

Hourly Rate: $25-27

Location: Remote - US

Essential Assignment Functions
Weight %	Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
90%	Write new content, closely adhering to InStyle’s style guide and ensuring all copy is clean and accurate as well as optimized for SEO
10%	Pitch content based on news cycle and search trends

Skills/Experience:

Education: BA or BS
2-3 years experience writing for a celebrity news publication or in a related entertainment space
Strong writing and editing skills, impeccable journalistic standards, and attention to detail.
Ability to respond quickly to breaking news and understand how to find an SEO or evergreen angle from a news event.
Demonstrated understanding of SEO and analytics.
Demonstrated knowledge of celebrity and pop culture.
Loves a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Dotdash Meredith is America’s largest digital and print publisher. Our 40+ iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.

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