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Features/Real Life Writer, US

New York, NY

$90K - $110K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience as a feature writer at a newspaper, news website, magazine, television news show, or comparable newsroom. * Proven experience producing compelling, impactful features ...

Apple Inc.

UX Writer, Apple TV

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

We're looking for a UX writer to design and shape experiences for Apple TV. You'll join a team of ... Designing features alongside cross‑functional partners * Collaborating to define and execute the ...

dmg::media

Features/Real Life Writer, US

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Minimum 3 years of experience as a feature writer at a newspaper, news website, magazine, television news show, or comparable newsroom. * Proven experience producing compelling, impactful features ...

Prosum

Network Engineer

Santa Monica, CA

Company Description Do you like movies & TV and celebs? Wish you could be a part of changing how ... customer features. Come be a part of the team and revolutionize how festivals operate, how ...

EDO

Media Analytics Associate

New York, NY · Hybrid

$66K - $68K/yr

... TV networks and movie studios - generate greater value from their creative efforts and media ... Ability to write and deliver presentations and reports that present our information in a succinct ...

EDO

Media Analytics Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$66K - $68K/yr

... TV networks and movie studios - generate greater value from their creative efforts and media ... Ability to write and deliver presentations and reports that present our information in a succinct ...

Screen Rant

New Movies Reporter

... TV shows, comic books, and other forms of entertainment. As a worldwide leader, ScreenRant ... Write news articles in ScreenRant's house style following the training and peer mentorship period.

Solomon Page

Senior Editor/Writer

West Hollywood, CA · On-site

$53/hr

Significant professional experience as a digital editor, writer or journalist, ideally covering entertainment, television, streaming, movies or pop culture * Experience at a major entertainment ...

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How much do movie & tv features writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for movie & tv features writer in the United States is $35.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $50.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Movie & TV Features Writer?

A Movie & TV Features Writer creates engaging, in-depth content about films, television shows, and industry trends. They analyze stories, review productions, and provide insights into pop culture topics. Their work often includes listicles, opinion pieces, deep dives, and news-related features. Strong research, storytelling skills, and an understanding of audience engagement are essential for success in this role.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Movie & TV Features Writer?

As a Movie & TV Features Writer, your weekly responsibilities will often include pitching and developing article ideas, conducting in-depth research on current trends or film and television topics, and interviewing relevant industry figures when needed. You'll spend most of your time writing and revising features, collaborating closely with editors to ensure content aligns with publication guidelines. Additionally, you may be involved in team meetings to discuss upcoming projects, story assignments, and editorial calendars. Balancing deadlines, staying informed on entertainment news, and responding to reader feedback are also key aspects of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Movie & TV Features Writer?

A Movie & TV Features Writer needs strong writing, research, and analytical skills, typically supported by a background in journalism, media studies, or communications. Familiarity with content management systems, SEO best practices, and style guides like AP or Chicago Manual is often required. Creativity, adaptability, and effective communication help candidates produce engaging content and collaborate with editors and peers. These abilities ensure well-crafted, timely, and impactful articles that resonate with audiences and meet editorial standards.

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Infographic showing various Movie & Tv Features Writer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 69% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 30% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,039 per year, or $35.1 per hour.

Features/Real Life Writer, US

New York, NY

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$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Location: Onsite, New York, NY
Department: Editorial - Features
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Features Editor
 
 
About Us
The Daily Mail reaches over a billion people globally every month. Renowned for its agenda-setting exclusives, breaking news, incisive commentary, and in-depth investigations, we deliver a unique editorial blend spanning showbiz, royals, lifestyle, health, sport, money, and more.
 
Our extensive reach, influence, and reader loyalty make us a premium destination for more than 300,000 digital subscribers across the UK, US, Australia, and beyond. The Daily Mail also maintains a powerful presence across social media, engaging more than 150 million followers and delivering more than 6 billion video views each month across platforms including Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat.
 
 
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, dynamic features journalist to join the growing US Features desk in our New York office.
 
As a US Features / Real Life Writer, you will focus primarily on compelling real-life and "As Told To" features, while also producing impactful, engaging journalism across showbiz, celebrity, crime, health, politics, and other news-driven subjects.
 
Working closely with editors, photo editors, and colleagues across the newsroom, you will identify compelling stories, develop case studies and interviews, and produce highly engaging features at speed. This role requires excellent storytelling skills, strong news judgment, creativity, and the ability to deliver polished copy to tight deadlines.
 
The Features department plays a crucial role in helping the Daily Mail achieve its North Star goal of 1 million global subscribers by 2028, producing journalism that attracts, retains, and delights readers.
 
 
About What You'll Do
  • Write fast, engaging 1,000-1,400-word features across real life, showbiz, celebrity, crime, health, politics, and other news-driven subjects.
  • Develop compelling "As Told To" and real-life features based on original interviews and case studies.
  • Pitch strong, original story ideas on a daily basis.
  • Identify and secure compelling case studies, interviewees, experts, and sources.
  • Conduct interviews and research to uncover distinctive and engaging stories.
  • Turn complex or sensitive subjects into accessible, compelling digital features.
  • Work closely with photo editors to source and select images that effectively illustrate articles.
  • Build and publish stories using a content management system.
  • Work quickly and accurately to tight editorial deadlines.
  • Collaborate with editors and colleagues across the newsroom to maximize the reach and impact of features.
  • Contribute to follow-up coverage and enterprise features as required.
  • Restructure and adapt opinion or other editorial content where appropriate.
  • Ensure all reporting meets the highest editorial, legal, and ethical standards.
 
About You
The ideal candidate is an experienced features journalist with a strong instinct for compelling stories and a proven ability to produce engaging journalism at speed. You are naturally curious, creative, and confident in finding the human angle that will make a story resonate with a large digital audience.
 
You have excellent interviewing and storytelling skills, understand what makes a strong real-life feature, and are comfortable working in a fast-paced newsroom where priorities can change quickly.
 
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a feature writer at a newspaper, news website, magazine, television news show, or comparable newsroom.
  • Proven experience producing compelling, impactful features for a digital or mass-market audience.
  • Experience writing real-life and/or "As Told To" features is highly desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of the DailyMail.com brand, editorial voice, and audience.
  • Understanding of the types of stories that attract, retain, and delight subscribers.
  • Outstanding writing, interviewing, research, and storytelling skills.
  • Ability to generate compelling story ideas consistently and work quickly under pressure.
  • Strong online research skills and familiarity with digital research tools.
  • Excellent editorial judgment and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple stories and competing deadlines.
  • Experience covering real life, crime, celebrity, showbiz, politics, health, or human interest is a plus.
  • Experience restructuring opinion articles is advantageous.
  • Experience working with content management systems is desirable.
  • Flexibility to work outside standard hours when required.
 
About What We Offer
  • Fast-paced, collaborative newsroom environment in our New York office.
  • Competitive salary of $90,000-$110,000.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • The opportunity to produce features read by millions of readers worldwide.
  • The chance to work on high-impact real-life stories and help shape the Daily Mail's features agenda.
 
About Our Commitment
Daily Mail US is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We are committed to fostering diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.
We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in alternative formats or reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Any such information will be held separately from your application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.

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