Editorial Content Writer - Theatre/Live Entertainment

We are looking for an experienced Editorial Content Writer to join our client on a three-month contract, producing engaging, high-quality content for a passionate and highly engaged readership.

The successful candidate will be confident working at pace across a range of editorial formats, including news articles, feature writing, listings-led content, and social media copy. They will bring a strong and distinctive editorial voice, alongside a genuine enthusiasm for London's theatre and wider cultural scene.

This is a fast-moving role, and the ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running with minimal onboarding. You will work closely with the editorial team to maintain tone of voice, editorial standards, and a consistent publishing schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing and producing engaging news content
• Developing longer-form feature articles
• Creating listings-led editorial content
• Writing social media copy aligned with editorial tone
• Working collaboratively with editors to meet deadlines and content goals
• Maintaining consistent voice and quality across all outputs

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as an editorial content writer in fast-paced environments
• Strong portfolio across news, features, and digital content
• Comfortable working across multiple content formats simultaneously
• Confident editorial judgement and strong writing voice
• Ability to work independently with minimal onboarding
• Genuine interest in London's theatre and cultural landscape
• Experience working in theatre, arts, culture, or entertainment-focused editorial environments, including specialist publications, national media cultural desks, broadcast/digital arts teams, theatre or cultural institutions, or content agencies with relevant clients
• Strong background producing content within fast-paced media or editorial settings covering live events, performing arts, or cultural programming.

Additional Details

• Duration: 3 months
• Salary: £30,000 pro rata (based on a 4-day working week)
• Start date: ASAP

If you are available immediately with no notice period - apply today

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