Experienced Celebrity Freelance Writer
Pay: $20 per 700-word article
Hours: Flexible
Location: Fully remote
The Blast is seeking an experienced writer who is passionate about being at the forefront of the next big celebrity news and viral entertainment stories.
Required Attributes and Skills
- 2+ years of experience in celebrity and/or entertainment news
- Familiar with WordPress/Slack/Canva
- Familiar with content management systems
- Familiar with social media embeds
- Familiar with basic image manipulation for article use
- Familiar with search engine optimization
- Must be able to craft fresh, timely articles as news breaks or trends break out
- Must be able to discuss and incorporate staff feedback in writing
- Must be able to adhere to an AP style guideline
Desired Skills
- Detailed knowledge of one or more celebrity and entertainment topics, such as a genre, industry practice, or a celebrity biography.
- A passion for covering a broad range of topics, whether Hollywood A-listers, music chart-toppers, trending reality stars, celebrity wives and girlfriends, feuds, rappers, or unusual Instagram likes.
- An ability to recognize and follow entertainment intrigue across multiple mediums and social media platforms, such as interview subtext, concert references, subtweets, meaningful follows/unfollows, likes, and more.
- The ability to access and cover newsworthy events in person is a plus.
To Apply
If this sounds like you, email cover letter and resume to the Editorial Director at km@theblast.com. Please include the phrase, "I can keep up with the Kardashians" in your cover letter.
About The Blast
Launched in September 2017 by renowned celebrity reporter Mike Walters (was a co-founder of TMZ.com, producer of the Emmy-nominated TMZ syndicated TV show, and an executive producer of the TMZ Live syndicated series), The Blast provides 24/7, up-to-the-minute news about the world’s biggest celebrities, all optimized for mobile consumption and social media engagement.
The site is comprised of a staff that has been instrumental in breaking the biggest stories about some of the most talked about celebrities in the world.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Remote
