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Features Writer - Movies

Comic Book Resources (CBR)
Portland, OR
  • Expired: over a month ago. Applications are no longer accepted.
Job Description

We are looking for freelance writers to join the Features Team and work with writers from all over the world. CBR is the oldest and most respected comic book culture website in the world. Our editorial team is looking for dedicated film experts to provide news coverage.

If you have your finger on the pulse of the movie industry, with a proven ability to capture the attention of readers across the world, then CBR wants you to join its award-winning writing team! Apply now if you've got the experience and passion to be at the new vanguard of our video game coverage.

As a freelance Movies Features 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 welcomes everyone. We are striving for more representation on our site and we want to hear YOUR voice. We’re always looking for skilled and passionate writers to make an impact in the world of comics. We want the voices on our site to reflect the diversity of the community it serves.

Why write for us?

  • One on one training and 4 weeks with a peer mentor
  • Room for growth -- CBR makes every effort to promote from within
  • Possibility to pitch ideas
  • Incentive structure
  • Slack community for support from the editorial team and fellow freelancers
  • Several helpful guides that you can refer to even after training
  • It’s fun!

Job Responsibilities

  • Write a minimum of 12 Features articles monthly, under a wide range of word counts
  • Stay up to date on the latest news and trends in Movies
  • Coordinate with Features Editors and Senior CBR Editors for assignments and feedback

Application Requirements

  • Cover Letter
  • CV
  • 2 - 3 sample titles you would present right now as suitable CBR feature pieces

Applicants must be highly motivated and possess the following requirements:

  • Relevant experience in writing and editing
  • Broad working knowledge of old and current films
  • 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 site: https://www.cbr.com/

**This is freelance work from home position**

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Comic Book Resources (CBR)

Address

Portland, OR
USA

Industry

Arts and Entertainment

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