Media News Writer
Barrett Media delivers best-in-class coverage of the radio, television, digital, and podcasting industries with a heavy focus on sports media, news media, and music radio. Content is produced daily and distributed through our website, newsletters, and social media platforms. We also host annual media industry conferences featuring top talent and decision makers in the sports and news broadcasting industries. The Media News Writer opening is a part-time position that involves working 25-30 hours per week. The chosen candidate will be expected to write daily news stories involving brands and individuals working in the music, news and sports media industries. We are looking for a writer who is active on social media, enjoys hunting for news, is a relationship builder, has strong grammar and writing skills, loves radio, TV, and digital content and business, and is looking to either supplement their income or begin their professional journey. Preferred Skills and Experience • Strong grammar, editing, writing skills, communication, and relationships • Stellar attendance record and the ability to consistently meet deadlines • A desire to explore interesting topics, angles, and stories • Familiarity with SEO, WordPress, Slack, Canva, Photoshop and social media platforms • Knowledge and curiosity of TV networks, talent, issues, and historical events across multiple formats • Firm understanding of the news cycle and what’s required when writing on a regular basis • Promotes published content regularly across the individual’s social media platforms Why Us? Working with Barrett Media allows you to build connections, strengthen your reputation, meet notable figures, attend fun events, earn compensation, and write about an industry that is exciting, interesting, and fun to cover. Knowing your work is valued and read by many across the business including a large number of accomplished professionals makes the role fun and rewarding. Working remotely also helps you avoid a daily commute and work from the comfort of your own home or office. We’ve been in business since 2015, and have grown consistently. The media news writer will report directly to our Sports and News Editors. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Barrett Media is an equal opportunity employer. If you are qualified and interested, please send a resume, and writing sample to [email protected]. No phone calls or text messages please. Candidates must live and have prior work history in the United States. Experience in the radio, television, digital or advertising business is preferred but not required. Apply tot his job