Freelance Writer: Politics and Trending News

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Languages
English
Required Skills
Content creationSEOEditingResearchWriting

Requirements

  • Proven experience writing news, political commentary, or digital media content.
  • Strong understanding of the U.S. political landscape, feminist issues, media literacy, and online culture.
  • Ability to write clean, compelling copy at speed.
  • Familiarity with SEO, content trends, and platform-specific formatting.
  • Reliable availability during breaking news cycles.
  • Ability to maintain The Mary Sue’s editorial tone: smart, feminist, pop-culture aware, and conversational.

Responsibilities

  • Write 2-5 short-form, NewsBreak-optimized articles per day on trending national news, culture, politics, and social media.
  • Pitch and write political features and analyses tailored to The Mary Sue’s voice and readership.
  • Monitor breaking news cycles, trending topics, and platform-specific analytics to identify high-impact stories.
  • Ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to The Mary Sue’s editorial standards and inclusive editorial mission.
  • Incorporate SEO and NewsBreak best practices to maximize visibility and traffic.
  • Meet deadlines reliably and communicate consistently with editors.
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