Scripted TV Data Journalist (internship)

The Scripted TV Data Journalist will cover the site's television-related content as it identifies with and relates to A Hot Set’s target demographic.

The candidate should possess an aptitude/interest in introducing new television series for broadcast, cable, and streaming television networks.

The candidate should possess an aptitude/interest in writing about ratings for television shows and how that applies to their success or failure.

The candidate should possess an aptitude/interest in covering scripted television series from various genres.

The candidate should also possess critical and intellectual thinking skills to write socially relevant, fact-based commentary.  

Responsibilities:   

  • Write a monthly column presenting an analysis of broadcast, selected cable, and streaming audience/user data.

  • Write a monthly column presenting a historical viewership analysis for an individual scripted television series.

  • Write a biweekly column presenting current scripted television series ratings from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 6 months

This is a virtual and unpaid internship. Yet, you will gain valuable writing experience.

To learn more about A Hot Set, view our online Media Kit. Then, to apply, applicants should e-mail a cover letter stating their qualifications and/or desire, a resume, 3 published clips, or writing samples addressed to the Editor.

Note: Metro Los Angeles and New York City residents are strongly encouraged to apply, but the location is not required.