This is a paid freelance, remote position.
CBR is the #1 entertainment website and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment.
As a worldwide leader, CBR operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced and passionate contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner.
Your Responsibilities
- Self-publish news articles daily across movie and television verticals
- Monitor trending news cycles, including casting announcements, trailers, release dates, renewals/cancellations, and celebrity updates
- Ensure timely publication of relevant content aligned with SEO and engagement goals
- Coordinate with editors and fellow writers to maintain consistent daily coverage
- Contribute to news ideation, sourcing, and scheduling
- Follow editorial and formatting guidelines rigorously
What We Offer
- Fully remote — write from wherever you’d like!
- Opportunities to pitch original ideas
- An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis
Experience and Skills
- At least 2 years experience in digital journalism or online publishing
- Ability to independently write and publish clean, accurate news content on tight deadlines
- Solid understanding of entertainment media and current pop culture trends
- Familiarity with SEO and CMS tools
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:
- Your CV
- 2 sample news articles (can be links or PDFs)
Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.
Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.
CBR is part of the Valnet Publishing Group.
Valnet, founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.
Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.
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