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Entertainment & Celebrity Writer

EntertainmentNow

New York (NY)

Remote

USD 95,000 - 105,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

An innovative media outlet is seeking passionate freelance writers to cover breaking entertainment news. This role offers the chance to work remotely while collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to delivering quality content. Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of celebrity culture and the ability to produce engaging reports rapidly. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make your mark in digital journalism, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company and contribute to a vibrant publishing operation that values creativity and independence.

Qualifications

  • Deep knowledge of celebrity and entertainment reporting.
  • Ability to quickly publish breaking news in real time.
  • Exceptional reporting and digging skills.

Responsibilities

  • Report breaking entertainment news as it happens.
  • Create images for stories and publish high-quality reports.
  • Work independently and proactively in a remote environment.

Skills

Digital Journalism
Breaking News Reporting
Communication Skills
Social Media Navigation
Multi-tasking
Copywriting

Tools

Canva
Photoshop

Job description

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and three writing samples to Allison Furbish at allison.furbish@heavy.com with “Entertainment & Celebrity Writer” in the subject line. Applications submitted on LinkedIn will not be considered.

From the creators of Heavy.com, EntertainmentNow.com is a new premium destination for passionate fans of television and celebrities. EntertainmentNow seeks to partner with ambitious freelance contributors whose digital journalism skills match their passion for entertainment content.

We’re particularly looking for:

  1. Breaking news reporters to cover morning and weekend shifts.
  2. Writers with expertise in Dancing With the Stars, The Voice, TLC, Bravo, Soap Operas, Morning TV Shows, Broadway, Friends.

EntertainmentNow celebrates stars and reports the facts. We do not trash celebrities. Successful candidates will publish their content on EntertainmentNow, reporting breaking entertainment news as it happens and creating images for their stories. This is an opportunity to join a groundbreaking and highly successful publishing and email operation. We’re looking for independent and proactive go-getters.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate:

  1. Deep knowledge of and passion for celebrity and entertainment reporting.
  2. Ability and desire to rapidly publish breaking news in real time.
  3. Exceptional digging and reporting skills.
  4. Strong multi-tasking and communication skills.
  5. Ability to quickly navigate social media to spot breaking news and gather additional information after a story breaks.
  6. Knowledge of Canva and/or Photoshop.
  7. Ability to produce clean and polished copy.
  8. Eagerness to publish a high volume of quality reports.

Work remotely.

Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Contract
Job function
  • Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
  • Internet News

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Locations and salary ranges include:

  • New York, NY: $95,000 - $105,000 (4 months ago)
  • New York, United States: $150,000 - $200,000 (2 weeks ago)
  • Rochester, NY: $40,000 - $45,000 (6 days ago)
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