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Album Reviewer-Rock

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

... magazine that covers anything and everything that matters in music, and we're looking for someone knowledgeable and passionate about rock music to come aboard as an album reviewer. Post-rock, indie ...

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Album Reviewer-Rock

Santa Monica, CA

... magazine that covers anything and everything that matters in music, and we're looking for someone knowledgeable and passionate about rock music to come aboard as an album reviewer. Post-rock, indie ...

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Album Reviewer-Rock

mxdwn

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Company Description
MXDWN, all that matters in music.
Job Description
Do you love being the first in line for every new album? Have you been daydreaming about jumping into the world of music journalism? Listen up - we're looking for a new album reviewer to join our team.
We are MXDWN, a daily music magazine that covers anything and everything that matters in music, and we're looking for someone knowledgeable and passionate about rock music to come aboard as an album reviewer.
Post-rock, indie rock, punk rock, dance rock, hard rock, , and all permutations of the same - if that's your thing, we want to hear from you.
As an album reviewer, you'll get first listen to great new releases and an exciting opportunity to share your passion with the world. You'll be responsible for covering your assignments under deadline and providing a unique and enlightening perspective for our readers.
If you're interested in getting into the music journalism world with MXDWN, please send a resume and writing sample to Tori Kerr, Senior Editor at tori@mxdwn.com
Qualifications
A Bacherlor's Degree in Journalism, Music, or English is preferred but not required, but a passion for writing creatively and thoughtfully about music is.
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About mxdwn

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mxdwn.com is an established online entertainment magazine that focuses on news, original reviews, features, photography and interviews. We are a leader and innovator in providing dynamic entertainment content. Over the past 12 years, mxdwn has established itself as one of the most credible, reliable and forward-thinking entertainment publications in North America. What began as a music magazine founded by Editor in Chief Raymond Flotat has evolved into a valued resource not only for music but also for movies, video games, television and pop culture. Our readers rely on us to provide timely and relevant entertainment news, thoughtful reviews, up-to-the-minute event coverage, and to accurately report on all that matters in entertainment.

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