Senior News Writer

MovieWeb; New York (NY); Remote; USD 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MovieWeb is seeking a passionate writer to contribute to their editorial team, primarily covering Movie & TV News. This freelance remote position requires strong research skills and a broad understanding of the film industry. Ideal candidates should demonstrate an ability to engage audiences with their writing and possess a deep passion for film and television.

Benefits

Slack community & team environment

Work with creative and like-minded colleagues

Opportunity for advancement within MovieWeb

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in writing preferred.
• Solid grasp of the English language.
• Ability to communicate niche ideas to a wide audience.

Responsibilities

• Write articles in MovieWeb's house-style.
• Report to Lead Editor and implement feedback efficiently.

Skills

Excellent research skills

Broad knowledge of the film industry

Passion for movie/TV-related content

Education

Relevant experience in writing and editing

Job description

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This is a paid freelance remote position.

The editorial team at MovieWeb.com is looking for a passionate writer to contribute Movie & TV News articles to the website.

Founded in 1995, MovieWeb.com is the premier online destination for movie enthusiasts, providing the latest news and information on casting and development, release dates, trailers, interviews and clips, full movies, and more. MovieWeb keeps users connected to all their favorites, past, present, and future. As a top social entertainment network, MovieWeb is revolutionizing the way you DISCOVER, WATCH and DISCUSS the movies you love.

If you’re the right fit for our growing editorial team, please apply today! Only serious candidates with strong knowledge of the film industry will be considered.

What we are looking for:

• Write articles in MovieWeb's house-style
• Report to Lead Editor and implement feedback efficiently.
• Excellent research skills - we do not accept plagiarism of any kind;
• Broad knowledge of the film industry and culture;
• Relevant experience in writing and editing;
• A solid grasp of the English language and the ability to communicate niche ideas to a wide audience;
• Passion for everything movie/TV-related.

What MovieWeb offers:

• Slack community & team environment;
• Work with creative and like-minded colleagues;
• Opportunity for advancement within MovieWeb.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet and Entertainment Providers

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