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Freelance Music Writer, Nylon

Fatherly

Fatherly

Marketing & Communications
Remote
Posted on Thursday, May 16, 2024
NYLON is seeking a freelance Music writer.
The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience writing in a fast-paced online environment, a strong sense for news and unique angles, and be confident conducting interviews with a range of subjects. An interest in music culture is a must, as well as the ability to pitch and execute outside-the-box story ideas on a daily basis. Candidates must feel comfortable turning around reported features and op-eds on a tight deadline, as well as compiling SEO-optimized entertainment stories, identifying on-brand entertainment news, as well as breaking viral trends on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, and so much more.
The ideal candidate should be an experienced writer who is in-the-know about the biggest entertainment and music stories of the moment, and ready to get in on the conversation from the NYLON point of view.
An interest in and experience with securing exclusive interviews; networking, nurturing and maintaining strong industry contacts; and a desire to produce creative and impactful content is a must. NYLON’s music coverage is inclusive, informative, and cutting edge.

Responsibilities

  • Sweep the internet for trending music stories
  • Pitch article ideas with unique angles and headlines
  • Create and publish 2 stories per day
  • Keep a close eye on developing internet trends and viral moments.

Requirements

  • 1-2 years of music writing experience, preferably in the digital realm
  • Ability to write clean copy with a quick turnaround time
  • Eagerness to jump on breaking and trending stories and topics in the Music, celebrity and internet culture spheres
  • Available to work remotely 3-4 days per week
BDG is one of today’s leading global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture through its authentic and trusted storytelling. Audiences turn to our brands – Bustle, Elite Daily, The Zoe Report, NYLON, Inverse, Mic, W, Romper, Scary Mommy, Fatherly, and The Dad – to hear from a set of diverse voices around the interests engaging the next generation. Founded in 2013, the Company reaches over 223 million readers and social fans and serves hundreds of the world's largest advertisers. BDG has global offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, London, and Paris.