Sinclair Inc. is hiring: Writer/Producer, Entertainment in Arlington

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The cultural zeitgeist is swayed by the actors, musicians, and artisans creating the movies, music, and television series on every screen. To tap into the power of pop culture, Sinclair is creating a new content hub to bridge local communities to their favorite stars. Through engaging interviews, exclusive behind‑the‑scenes vignettes, and highly shareable digital video franchises, we will be producing and distributing content that goes beyond the ordinary and breaks through the cluttered digital landscape. The core of our mission is to create best‑in‑class content across all platforms in all mediums, captivating pop‑culture fans in new and exciting ways.

We are looking for a multi‑faceted creative thinker to join our team with a focus on writing, producing, and editing original entertainment‑focused content. The ideal candidate will have experience pitching and executing a high‑volume of creative work for media sites and social platforms. A resume/reel/portfolio that highlights creative storytelling skills that capture the attention of audiences of all ages is a must. To succeed in this role, you should be well‑versed in internet language, hyperaware of social trends, and possess the ability to articulate a creative vision.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily content strategy sessions and pitch ideas for coverage
• Review pre‑release materials and propose original digital content
• Attend premieres, events, and conduct interviews/capture images
• Write entertainment news articles and edit video packages through to delivery
• Shoot, direct, and edit field productions and in‑studio content
• Coordinate with national and local news teams on scheduling and distribution

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years in entertainment news and/or entertainment marketing
• Creative portfolio showcasing interviews and talent‑focused original content
• Experience covering premieres, press junkets, and live events
• Familiarity with the industry press cycle and existing relationships with publicity teams
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, etc.)
• Impeccable spelling and grammar, and a keen eye for detail
• Experience on camera is a plus

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The company owns, operates, and provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; it also owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.