Movies Journalist – Amazon Store

This is a paid freelance, remote position.

If you’re an experienced writer with a finger on the pulse of the Film world, CBR wants you to join its award-winning writing team! CBR is the oldest and most respected comic book culture website in the world. It is the internet’s first and final stop for nerd culture, news, commentary and community.

Our editorial team is looking for writers to create original and informative Movie articles that our discerning audience demands, with the eye-catching aesthetic they crave. CBR operates at a rapid pace and is seeking writers who can produce high-quality articles under time constraints. The selected candidate will have tremendous career growth and internal development opportunities within the organization. 

Please visit www.cbr.com and review your familiarity with our range of topics before applying. In your cover letter, make sure to tell us how your knowledge of the specific vertical you’re applying for will complement CBR’s coverage.

Your ​Responsibilities:

• Write articles in CBR’s house style (following the requisite training).
  • This will include fact-checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
• Brainstorm, pitch, and develop original content ideas
• Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
• Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team

Our perks

• Consistent and timely payments
• Remote freelance position to work anywhere in North America
• Exposure to CBR’s large and passionate audience, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact

Experience and Skills:

• A passion for the content and a drive to grow within the industry
• Previous writing experience (Editing experience is a plus)
• Broad working knowledge of the Film & Television world (including newly released movies, Westerns, and Gangster films)
• The ability to analyze content and pull directly from the source material to back up claims
• A sharp eye for grammatical details
• Excellent command of the English language
• Ability to write high-quality articles with swift turn-around times
• Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment
  • Should possess a general understanding of the culture and strong research skill

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 
• A cover letter 

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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