Writer (General call for pitches) - Remote
Company: The Mary Sue
Location: Remote
Type of Position: Freelance
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Job Description: We’re always on the lookout for pitches about the representation of women in nearly all industries, especially from those who identify as LGBTQIA. As well, women of color and/or gender non-conforming folks are especially encouraged to apply! We want a good diversity of voices on the site.
More specifically, though, in no particular order, we’re looking for pitches about:
Read moreNow accepting submissions to the 2017 Harvardwood Writers Competition
We are now accepting submissions to the 2017 Harvardwood Writers Competition!
Industry professionals, with support from the Harvardwood Board of Directors, will evaluate all scripts entered to determine the winner and two runners up from each category. Results will be announced in late Fall 2017.
Winning scripts will be read by an array of industry professionals, including literary managers, agents, and development professionals. All winners and runners-up will also receive free admission to the 2017-18 Harvardwood Writers Program module of their choice and a small cash award.
Read moreFreelance Music Writers - Remote
Company: Idolator
Location: Remote (Carlsbad, CA)
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Type of Position: Freelance
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Job Description: Idolator is a leading site for pop music news, pics and gossip. It has been independently covering your favorite artists and bands since 2006. Idolator’s mission is to drop music knowledge into your brain and pop wonder into your hearts. If you’re intrigued AND you’re an experienced writer with an eye for images and headlines that will go viral, we want to talk to you.
Read moreWriter/Producer - NY
Company: In Demand
Location: New York, NY
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Type of Position: Full-Time
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's required
Minimum Years of Experience: 3 years
Job Description: Complete all aspects of Post Production. Experience in After Effects & Premiere, VO direction & ability to write copy for movie promos.
Read moreWriting Opportunities - CHI / Remote
Company: The Onion
Location: Chicago, IL / Remote
Start Date: Applications due May 8th
Type of Position: various
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Job Description: There are multiple positions available with America’s Finest News Source, including two six-month contract writing positions within The Onion’s editorial staff. More information on all opportunities, including directions on how to apply for them, is listed below.
Read moreLifestyle Nostalgia Writers - Remote
Company: Bustle
Location: New York, NY
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Type of Position: Remote, part-time
Minimum Education Level:
Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years
Job Description: Bustle is searching for a part-time Nostalgia writer for our Lifestyle vertical who is available two weekdays per week during regular office hours. This role requires extensive knowledge and appreciation for '90s culture, which may include topics ranging from feminism, health, entertainment, and relationships, amongst others.
Read moreWriter/Producer - NY
Company: HBO Marketing/Promotions/Advertising
Location: New York, NY
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Type of Position: Full-Time
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Job Description: A Writer/Producer with solid creative, conceptual, AVID editing, writing and producing skills. Frequently assigned to produce midlevel productions and intermittently assigned to work on HBO’s tent pole productions; particularly when the incumbent is demonstrating strong creative, managerial and/or leadership skills. Produces midlevel productions independently with regular management oversight. Works on high-level productions with frequent guidance from senior staff and management oversight. Coordinates multi-disciplinary staff during actual production.
Read moreSenior Writer/Producer - NY
Company: AMC Networks / IFC
Location: New York, NY
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Type of Position: Full-Time
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's preferred
Minimum Years of Experience: 6-8 years
Job Description: Conceptualization, writing and producing of major network launches, campaigns and episodic promotions designed to grow network ratings and enhance and grow the network brand through innovative and original creative. Ideal fit would be an idea generating creative with an Always On, Slightly Off comedic sensibility and basic Avid editing skills.
Read moreNEW: HWP-Features NYC Writers Group - Apply by Feb. 15th
Do you have an idea for a feature script? Or one in the drawer you’ve been meaning to edit? Looking for a group of supportive and committed writers to help take your scripting to the next level? If yes, then great news: the New York City HWP-Features program is back from hiatus and will begin on March 9th!
Applications will be accepted February 1 -15, 2017. All participants will be asked to submit a short writing sample, a bio or resume, and a paragraph stating what you'd like to work on with the group this spring and summer.
Read moreLA writers, apply to the Spring 2017 HWP-TV Modules!
Now through Jan. 31st, we're accepting applications to the Spring 2017 Harvardwood Writers Program - TV Modules (HWP-TV)!
HWP-TV uses peer review, guest speakers and workshops to foster a motivating and supportive environment for each participant’s writing.
Participants of the HWP — TV Modules may be considered for the annual Harvardwood Most Staffable TV Writers List (see below). All writers must be based in LA and Harvardwood Full Members.
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