The Mary Sue: Entertainment Writers

The Mary Sue is searching for entertainment writers to join our team! We’re looking for journalists/writers who get our intersectional feminist perspective and have significant knowledge of, and passion for, movies, TV, geek culture, politics, internet culture, The Discourse™, fandom, weird internet memes, and more! You should especially be plugged into the 24/7 news cycle. Do you have fifteen notifications pop onto your phone from a variety of sources whenever something happens in your favorite fandom? We want to hear from you!

We cover a wide variety of subjects, with approaches varying from news and opinion articles to SEO content, evergreen lists, and more. On a daily basis, you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of pre-approved topics and/or pitch your own story ideas.

We’re particularly, but not exclusively, looking for writers with expertise in:

• Thriller TV & movies
• True Crime series, fictionalized and documentary
• TV dramas
• Reality TV

What are we looking for in a prospective freelance writer?

• Someone who’s proud to be called a feminist and a geek
• A wide range of pop culture interests
• Someone with their finger on the pulse of the fandom conversation
• The ability to write quickly and accurately
• Someone eager to learn and incorporate feedback to build their writing skills
• Familiarity with WordPress/blogging platforms
• A high level of English language fluency

What do we want in addition to your resume?

• At least two links to samples of your writing.
• Links to your personal website/portfolio/blog, podcasts/videos, and/or any public social media accounts you would like to share.

Our rates vary right along with the content, ranging from $15 to $65 depending on the length and type of story. Pay rate may vary based on location for international candidates.