ScreenRant

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ScreenRant is the #1 entertainment website and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment. As a worldwide leader, ScreenRant operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced and passionate contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Executive Editor - Premium Initiatives to lead the creation and execution of ambitious editorial projects across our digital platforms. This role is dedicated to building distinctive, high-impact content that elevates our brand, attracts new audiences and unlocks sponsorship opportunities. Your Responsibilities: • Original & Premium Content: Own and execute on original and premium content across all of ScreenRant’s entertainment verticals that respects traffic goals and engagement KPIs. • Original Series Development: Oversee concept-to-delivery of digital and audio-visual projects across new and existing franchises including Challenge My Goat, Coffee Chats, and Debunking AI. • Editorial Features: Commission, edit and guide premium stories such as cover features, profiles, analytical deep-dives into evergreen topics, and longform narratives. • Interviews & Reviews: Lead production of interviews and high-quality reviews across entertainment and business-entertainment verticals. Mix junkets, exclusives, screenings and Q&A formats. • Talent Strategy: Identify and engage top-tier talent both internally (domain experts, senior voices) and externally, ensuring content is authoritative, credible and engaging. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the true original content lead, working closely with marketing, video, events and other editorial teams to ensure integrated execution. • Budget Management: Oversee PPP (per-piece/project) rates for external contributors, maintaining quality while optimizing resources. • Monetization & Sponsorship: Partner with commercial teams to shape premium content into sponsorship-ready packages, ensuring initiatives have clear business potential. Experience and Skills: • 5+ years of experience in editorial leadership across digital media, publishing, or broadcast, with a track record of building premium content franchises. • Strong editorial instincts across multiple formats (longform, podcasts, video, live events). • Proven ability to balance creative vision with business objectives. • Experience commissioning, editing, and producing high-quality stories with cultural impact. • Excellent network of contributors, talent, and industry experts. • Strong leadership and collaboration skills, able to work across teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Deep understanding of audience engagement strategies and evolving media consumption trends. How to Apply If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below: • Your CV Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role. Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process. The Screen Portfolio is part of the Valnet Publishing Group. ​​​ Valnet, founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.