(Remote – Contractor)
🧾 About the Role
FanSided is looking for passionate voices to contribute to 1428 Elm, their horror-focused vertical. Whether you’re into classic slashers, indie chillers, psychological thrillers, or modern supernatural fare, this is your platform to geek out, dive deep, and build your portfolio.
FanSided’s Contributor Program is perfect for aspiring writers looking to break into entertainment and genre journalism. You’ll get access to a national platform, a supportive editorial team, and an engaged readership that lives for the scare.
✅ Position Highlights
• Contractor (Freelance)
• 100% Remote
• Horror-focused content (film, TV, streaming, retrospectives, think pieces)
• Flexible schedule – write when it works for you
• Traffic-based compensation (more views, more pay)
• Great platform for building a writing portfolio
📋 What You’ll Own
• Pitch and write horror-centric articles for 1428 Elm
• Cover movies, shows, streaming trends, genre news, listicles, retrospectives, etc.
• Tap into your voice—FanSided wants you to explore your personality, tone, and perspective
• Write at least 1 article per month (no cap on how much you can write)
• Stay engaged with what’s trending in the horror world—streaming drops, releases, cult gems, etc.
🎯 Must-Have Traits
• Strong written English and a clear, engaging voice
• Passion for horror in all forms—film, series, streaming, culture
• Commitment to submitting at least one piece per month
• Willingness to pitch topics in advance for editorial approval
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow style guidelines
• Self-starter energy—this role thrives on your initiative and fandom
💻 Remote Requirements
• Internet connection and basic writing tools (Google Docs, email, etc.)
• Able to communicate with editorial team virtually
💡 Why It’s a Win for Horror Fans
• You write about what you actually love
• Build a portfolio with a known brand in the genre community
• Flexible, freelance-friendly schedule
• Supportive editorial guidance
• Learn the ropes of content strategy and traffic-building
✍️ Call to Action
Ready to carve out your voice in horror media? Apply to join the 1428 Elm contributor team and start publishing stories that haunt, thrill, and cut deep.