CBR

Lead and grow the Movies & TV news vertical, manage and develop editorial team, optimize content strategy for traffic growth, and maintain editorial standards. | Senior editorial experience in digital Movies & TV publications, strong SEO and analytics skills, leadership in managing freelance writers, and passion for the entertainment industry. | OverviewMovies & TV Senior News Editor role at CBR (Valnet). CBR is the #1 entertainment website publishing up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, and anime. CBR operates at a rapid pace and seeks experienced contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner.ResponsibilitiesLead the Movies & TV news verticals, aligning content strategy with the overall goals of CBR.Liaise with in-house Valnet operations teams on team progress, challenges, and operational needs.Participate in editorial pitch meetings to provide feedback on pitches and maintain editorial focus.Grow Movies & TV news coverage and performance following a content investment strategy, building upon successful content types and topics.Conduct weekly staff meetings to communicate progress on traffic goals, site initiatives, and to provide team support.Participate in weekly meetings with Valnet supervisors to assess bandwidth, track traffic performance, and output initiatives.Develop and implement strategies for sustained growth within the Movies & TV news spaces.Audit and OptimizationRegularly audit news coverage, identifying areas for improvement or expansion.Focus on driving improvements to the segment’s news sourcing and timeliness practices to strengthen CBR’s industry-leading Movies & TV news coverage.Propose and implement solutions to achieve ambitious traffic targets.Research and identify traffic-driving topics using data from internal and external tools, expanding coverage of Movies & TV news-related topics.Build strategies to expand original news coverage.Source stories, breaking news, and unique angles for writers and editors to ensure engaging, authoritative content.Team Management & DevelopmentBuild and lead a team of skilled writers and editors with a passion for Movies & TV news.Collaborate with HR to identify and onboard new talent, including writers and editors.Manage the development and training of the editorial team to ensure quality and output targets are met.Ensure adherence to CBR’s publication standards, offering regular feedback and performance assessments.Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth.RequirementsProven experience in senior editorial roles at digital publications specializing in Movies & TV content.Strong writing and editing skills.Significant experience optimizing content for Google Discover.Experience with SEO and analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Ahrefs, among others.Deep knowledge of the Movies & TV industry and a passion for the medium.Proven experience managing freelance writers and growing a team, with a track record of expanding coverage and driving traffic.Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives.Full health insurance plan (including medical, dental, and vision).Fully remote position.How to ApplyIf you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below:Your CVOur hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role.Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process.CBR 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 25 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.Our company values include a commitment to editorial standards and responsible content creation.Our commitment to equal opportunity employment remains in effect. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Pitch and write timely, SEO-optimized entertainment news articles covering movies, TV, and pop culture. | 3+ years of entertainment news writing experience, strong SEO skills, and deep knowledge of the Movies & TV industry. | This is a paid freelance, remote position. CBR is the #1 entertainment website and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment. As a worldwide leader, CBR operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced and passionate contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner. Responsibilities • Pitch and ideate story angles that align with what’s trending in movies and TV, pop culture, and entertainment news. • Deliver timely, accurate news articles with compelling headlines optimized Google Discover, Google Search, and other traffic sources. • Stay on top of breaking news and ensure coverage is timely. • Self-edit and fact-check to maintain the highest editorial standards. • Contribute at least 5 news articles per week. Our Perks • Fully remote — write from wherever you’d like! • Opportunities to pitch original ideas • Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system • An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis Experience and Skills • Educational Background in journalism or a related field. • 3+ years of experience in producing entertainment news and related content. • Strong writing and editing skills. • Significant experience optimizing content for Google Discover. • Experience with SEO and analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Ahrefs, among others. • Deep knowledge of the Movies & TV industry and a passion for the medium. How to Apply If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below: • Your CV • A sample article similar in nature to the content published on CBR. Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role. Please note that a writing evaluation may be required as part of our application process. CBR 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 25 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.