Entertainment Magazine Seeking Writers and Editors in LA and NYC

Company Description



Job Description

LA/NY

Entertainment Magazine currently seeking writers and editors to contribute to our film, television, music, art, theater, comedy, dining and/or travel sections. We are also actively seeking a social media manager and/or marketer. Please specify in your application your area(s) of interest and experience.

Must be willing to complete a minimum of ten articles a month to be considered for a writing position, and must have flexible hours to be considered for an editorial position. Applicant must send a cover letter, resume and writing samples for review.

Responsibilities: (Include but are not limited to)

• Create authentic engaging stories using solid writing skills

• Working with leader of the editorial team to clarify, revise, and polish articles

• Technically savvy; able to learn and use web publishing tools

Qualifications

• Must be able to generate smart commentary

• Strong familiarity with specific category of entertainment

• Understand how to target stories to relevant social media

• Strong work ethic and be able to meet regular submission deadlines

• Able to work in a face-paced environment and juggle multiple writing projects at once

• Focus, positive attitude and energetic personality

• Able to convey your observations to the public is essential

Minimum Education: BA/BS

Minimum Experience: 2-3 years

Location:

Los Angeles/New York City/

Remote

Compensation: DOE

Additional Information

Applicants should be confident, sociable, reliable, fast-learners, quick thinkers, and a self-starter. If you have these qualities, please email to schedule an interview. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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