Position: Weekend - Freelance Associate News Writer (Remote) The editorial team at Valnet Inc. is looking for dedicated comic book, gaming, anime, film and TV experts to provide news coverage at CBR.com - the oldest and most respected comic book culture website in the world. Are you a pop culture enthusiast dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest comic book, movie, television and video game news and rumors? Are you a self-starting, hard-working and dynamic writer who can investigate, research and produce compelling news copy to tight deadlines and strict editorial standards? If so, then we need you! As a Freelance News Writer for CBR, you will work with a dedicated editorial team to create original and informative articles that our discriminating audience demands, with the eye-catching aesthetic they crave. CBR is dedicated to achieving a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community it serves. We welcome applications from women, BIPOC professionals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and others who may contribute to diversification in our workplace. Job Responsibilities
- Write 8-10 news articles daily (or as directed by the editorial team), under a wide range of word counts
- Be available between Thursday - Monday 9 am - 5 pm EST
- Stay up to date on the latest news and trends in comics, tv, movies, video games, anime, manga, and anywhere else fandom may reach
- Coordinate with News Shift Editors and Senior CBR News Editor for assignments and feedback Application Requirements
- Cover Letter
- CV
- 2 - 3 sample titles you would present right now as suitable CBR news pieces
- Please clearly state which news position you are applying for:
Applicants must be highly motivated and possess the following requirements:- **Anime/Manga News** - **Comic Book News** - **Gaming News** - Relevant experience in writing and editing
- Broad working knowledge of old and current comic books, tv shows, original streaming programs, video games, anime, manga
- Available at peak hours and strategic posting times strongly preferred; weekend availability a plus The hiring team at CBR will be back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team. Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered. Link to our website: www.cbr.com**This is a contracted, work from home, freelance position** E07OnSC2nC