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New Releases Feature Writer | MovieWeb

Comic Book Resources (CBR) · New York, NY, USA · Remote ·

Job type:
Freelance

This is a paid freelance, remote position

MovieWeb is a top destination for fans of television and movies, providing engaging and informative coverage of the entertainment industry.

We're looking for writers who are passionate about movies, television, and streaming content, with a strong understanding of what audiences are watching right now.

Successful candidates will be able to identify emerging trends, attend advance theatrical screenings and watch digital screenings in advance to develop engaging feature ideas that resonate with readers. They should be comfortable working within an SEO-driven environment, conducting research, and crafting compelling articles that balance search intent with editorial quality. The ideal writer is proactive, creative, and capable of consistently pitching and producing timely content that drives readership and engagement.

Your Responsibilities

Write daily feature articles focused on newly released movies and TV shows or trends with editorial support

Have a functional understanding of New Release ideation

Attend screenings to identify and pitch timely, trend-driven content ideas related to recent releases and audience interests

Analyze entertainment trends, streaming performance, social media conversations, and audience engagement patterns

Conduct research to produce informative, accurate, and engaging content

Apply SEO best practices to maximize discoverability and readership

Comfortable meeting deadlines

Ensure timely publication of relevant content aligned with SEO and engagement goals

Follow guidelines rigorously

What We Offer

Fully remote

Opportunities to pitch original ideas

An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

Experience and Skills

At least 3 years experience in digital journalism or online publishing

Strong feature writing and storytelling abilities

Ability to identify trends and develop compelling article concepts independently

Solid understanding of movies, television, streaming platforms, and current pop culture trends

Familiarity with SEO principles, keyword research, and content optimization

Experience using CMS platforms and digital publishing tools

Excellent research skills and attention to detail

MovieWebis 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, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel.

Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.

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