Freelance Writer: Politics and Trending News Job at Confidential, Remote

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  • Confidential
  • Remote

Job Description

We’re seeking a versatile Freelance Writer who can produce timely, engaging, and traffic-driven news content for, while also contributing sharp, thoughtful political pieces for The Mary Sue. The ideal candidate is deeply online, culturally aware, politically literate, and able to translate fast-moving stories into accessible, feminist-aligned coverage.

This is a fully remote position open to applicants from all regions.

Responsibilities

  • Write 2–5 short-form, NewsBreak-optimized articles per day, focusing on trending national news, culture, politics, and social media stories
  • 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience writing for feminist or politics-driven outlets
  • Understanding of how to tailor stories for different platforms and referral sources
  • Ability to pitch original, insightful political takes beyond daily news churn

Compensation

  • Competitive per-article rate based on experience and story type
  • Full-time contractor positions may be available for the right candidates

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • A brief introduction
  • Your resume or portfolio
  • 3–5 relevant writing samples (news, political analysis, or pop culture commentary)

About Us
The Mary Sue is the premier destination for inclusive pop culture commentary, geek news, and feminist analysis. We’re expanding our political and current-events coverage with a focus on stories that resonate with our audience.

Job Tags

Remote job, Full time, Contract work, For contractors

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