Play Writer

USA TODAY Network

Play Writer defining the voice of USA TODAY's Play hub for games, puzzles, and content strategy. Writing and editing engaging content while collaborating with teams to enhance audience growth.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $53,000 - $82,813 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong writing and editing skills with a focus on audience engagement and content strategy. Leverages analytics to inform editorial decisions and collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance content reach and impact.

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Digital Journalism ExperienceContent Strategy DevelopmentAudience Analytics UtilizationStrong Writing And Editing SkillsCollaboration With Product And Design Teams

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Hard Skills

Content CreationEditorial StandardsStorytellingNewsletter WritingCopywritingContent EditingData-Driven Decision MakingContent Management

Soft Skills

Creative ThinkingOrganizational SkillsSelf-DirectionCollaboration

Industry Keywords

GamesPuzzlesComicsHoroscopesAudience EngagementDigital ContentLifestyle ContentEntertainment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and maintain the editorial voice and standards for Play, ensuring content is smart, approachable, inclusive and habit‑forming.
Own all editorial content around Play, including explanatory, promotional and feature storytelling tied to games, puzzles, horoscopes and comics.
Develop a clear point of view on how games & horoscopes fit into readers’ daily lives—and how USA TODAY can stand out in a crowded games landscape.
Write and edit a weekly Play newsletter, using it as a key audience-growth and engagement driver.
Write articles inspired by Play content areas, including behind-the-scenes looks, how-to guides, habit‑building stories, cultural tie‑ins and launches.
Craft on-platform copy, promotional units, push language and campaign messaging tied to Play products and launches.
Oversee editorial content tied to daily and monthly horoscopes and comics, including launch coverage and reader education and relevant stories.
Use audience data and performance insights to guide content decisions, growth strategies, drive loyalty, repeat usage and subscription value.
Collaborate with social, newsletter and growth teams to extend the reach of Play content across platforms.
Partner closely with the product team to inform and shape the overall games strategy, bringing editorial insight into product development and launches.
Help define how editorial, UX and content packaging work together to grow Play as a daily destination.
Participate in testing, iteration and launch planning for new games, features and experiences.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in digital journalism, editing or content strategy; games, lifestyle, entertainment or product-adjacent experience is a plus.
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate utility-driven content into engaging storytelling.
Strong audience-first mindset, with experience using analytics to inform decisions.
Comfort collaborating with product, design and growth teams—and influencing strategy beyond traditional editorial lanes.
Creative, organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple content streams and deadlines.
Enthusiasm for puzzles, games, comics, horoscopes—or the curiosity to quickly develop deep fluency in those spaces.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Establish and maintain the editorial voice and standards for Play, ensuring content is smart, approachable, inclusive and habit‑forming.
Own all editorial content around Play, including explanatory, promotional and feature storytelling tied to games, puzzles, horoscopes and comics.
Develop a clear point of view on how games & horoscopes fit into readers’ daily lives—and how USA TODAY can stand out in a crowded games landscape.
Write and edit a weekly Play newsletter, using it as a key audience-growth and engagement driver.
Write articles inspired by Play content areas, including behind-the-scenes looks, how-to guides, habit‑building stories, cultural tie‑ins and launches.
Craft on-platform copy, promotional units, push language and campaign messaging tied to Play products and launches.
Oversee editorial content tied to daily and monthly horoscopes and comics, including launch coverage and reader education and relevant stories.
Use audience data and performance insights to guide content decisions, growth strategies, drive loyalty, repeat usage and subscription value.
Collaborate with social, newsletter and growth teams to extend the reach of Play content across platforms.
Partner closely with the product team to inform and shape the overall games strategy, bringing editorial insight into product development and launches.
Help define how editorial, UX and content packaging work together to grow Play as a daily destination.
Participate in testing, iteration and launch planning for new games, features and experiences. 🎯 Requirements
5+ years of experience in digital journalism, editing or content strategy; games, lifestyle, entertainment or product-adjacent experience is a plus.
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate utility-driven content into engaging storytelling.
Strong audience-first mindset, with experience using analytics to inform decisions.
Comfort collaborating with product, design and growth teams—and influencing strategy beyond traditional editorial lanes.
Creative, organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple content streams and deadlines.
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