What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collider: Reality TV Editor position at Valnet Freelance?
The editorial team at Collider is looking for a Reality TV Features Editor to edit and contribute dynamic feature and news articles to the site.
Collider is the ultimate source for impactful entertainment news. We deliver the biggest, most important industry happenings, and provide deep analysis and sharp commentary through interviews, reviews, and much more. Collider reports on a wide range of topics, including (but not limited to) reality programming from Bravo, Discovery, Netflix, and more. We require editors who are driven to succeed, have an eye for detail, and are up to date with what's trending in the world of reality television and social media. We are looking for general Reality TV enthusiasts who are experts on these topics:
- Discovery shows (Deadliest Catch, Swamp People, Ice Road Truckers, MythBusters, etc.)
- History/A E shows (Pawn Stars, American Pickers, Storage Wars, etc.)
- Investigation shows (Ancient Aliens, Gold Rush, Ghost Hunters, etc.)
- Home Reno/Real Estate (Million Dollar Listing LA,, Property Brothers, House Hunters, etc.)
Knowledge in these topics is also welcome:
- Real People (Below Deck, The Real Housewives, Queer Eye, Dance Moms, etc)
- Talk shows (The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Drew Barrymore , The Kelly Clarkson Show, etc.)
- Competition shows (The Amazing Race, Survivor, Big Brother, America's Got Talent, The Masked Singer, etc.)
Responsibilities:
- Edit 8 Feature articles daily.
- This will include fact checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
- Knowledge of AP Style.
- Help ideate new stories and aid writer pitches to get the best work published.
- Edit and publish articles of all types with careful attention paid to SEO best practices.
- High-quality spelling and grammar on all work.
- Adherence to the Collider style guide.
- Providing feedback to continually improve our writers’ abilities.
Requirements:
- Expert knowledge of the show types listed above.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Motivation to be a self-starter and take initiative with urgency.
- Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment.
- Staying in-tune on Social Media, where Reality TV personalities continue to make news when the cameras stop rolling.
Applicants must be highly motivated and possess the following requirements:
- 5 years relevant experience in writing and editing.
- Broad knowledge of Reality TV history and culture.
- A solid grasp of the English language and the ability to communicate niche ideas to a wide audience.
NOTE: Only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of knowledge of hit Reality TV content in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included. In your cover letter, make sure to let us know how your knowledge and love of Reality TV (specifically in the shows mentioned above) would apply to Collider’s content!
Please note that the next step in the hiring process involves a writing evaluation.
The hiring team at Collider will be back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team. Only applications containing relevant writing/editing samples will be considered.
