Weeekend News Writer (Movies and TV)

About the role

MovieWeb is a top destination for fans of television and movies, providing engaging and informative coverage of the entertainment industry. As a leading authority in entertainment news, MovieWeb publishes at a fast pace and is always seeking talented, passionate contributors who can deliver compelling, high-quality content on deadline.

Responsibilities

• Produce news articles on weekends across film, streaming, and television verticals
• Monitor trending TV, movies, and streaming news cycles, including casting announcements, trailers, release dates, and renewals/cancellations
• Ensure timely publication of relevant content aligned with SEO and engagement goals
• Coordinate with editors and fellow writers to maintain consistent weekend coverage
• Contribute to news ideation, sourcing, and scheduling
• Follow editorial and formatting guidelines rigorously

Requirements

• At least 1–2 years of experience in digital journalism or online publishing
• Ability to independently write clean, accurate news content on tight deadlines
• Solid understanding of entertainment media and current pop culture trends
• Familiarity with SEO and CMS tools
• Strong communication and time management skills

Benefits

• Slack community & team environment
• Exposure to MovieWeb’s large and passionate audience
• Fast-paced environment with potential for growth

MovieWeb 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 27 authoritative brands across diverse verticals. All contributors must adhere to Valnet’s Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.