Editorial Writer

Title & Catalog Writing/Editing:
Oversee synopses about Indian movies and TV shows in English. A typical day might include editing a number of synopses a week — everything from the latest reality TV show, to an edgy docuseries or pitch-perfect rom com.
Other culturally relevant product writing, including collection and row naming, email copy or push notifications around titles in English for India
Quality Control & Documentation:
Embody editorial principles to create accurate, inclusive and creative synopses that are nuanced enough to resonate with diverse audiences
Continuously update and maintain documentation for writing standards, style guides, and workflows.
Vendor Management
Audit and provide meaningful feedback on writing tasks executed by external partners, ensuring adherence to editorial standards while fostering a culture of excellence, learning, and collaboration
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with local Product Merchandising partners — such as the Managing Editor, Creative Merchandiser, and Launch Manager — to ensure that your copy meets market needs (including talent and cultural sensitivities) and aligns with evolving project schedules.

Requirements:

Full high-level working proficiency in English
Deep knowledge of Hindi, Tamil and Telugu entertainment landscapes.
Understanding of the social and political landscapes in India
Excellent writing and editing skills

Experience writing synopses for streamers and broadcasters. Editing articles, blog posts, reviews, or feature stories about film and TV
Experience writing other short-form Product copy or taglines for push notifications, UI copy or email messaging.
Mastery of AP style and attention to detail
Research skills to help you gather context about titles and quickly synthesize information from a variety of sources
A selfless approach to contributing to a world-class editorial team
Eagerness to embrace a culture of candid feedback
Ability to work autonomously and hit deadlines across multiple projects simultaneously.