Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience reviewing new Anime titles and familiarity with a Google Knowledge panel., Strong passion for anime and writing, with a drive to grow in the industry., Excellent command of the English language and sharp eye for grammatical details., Broad working knowledge of various anime series and strong research skills..

Key responsabilities:

Write articles in CBR's house style, including fact-checking and formatting.

Stay updated with new Anime shows and movies, preparing reviews for release.

Accept and apply feedback from the editorial team to improve writing.

Communicate actively with the editorial team regarding assignments and progress.

Job description

This is a paid freelance, remote position.

If you’re an experienced writer with a finger on the pulse of the Anime world, CBR wants you to join its award-winning writing team! CBR is one of the oldest and most respected entertainment websites in the world. It is the internet’s first and final stop for nerd culture, news, commentary, and community.

Our editorial team is looking for writers to create fun, informative, and engaging Anime reviews that our discerning audience demands, with the eye-catching aesthetic they crave.

Please visit www.cbr.com and review your familiarity with our range of topics before applying. In your cover letter, make sure to tell us how your knowledge of the specific vertical you’re applying for will complement CBR’s coverage.

What we are looking for:

Do you have experience reviewing new Anime titles and have a Google Knowledge panel?
A passion for anime, writing reviews, and a drive to grow within the industry
Broad working knowledge of anime, including:
- Solo Levelling, Dragon Ball, Crunchyroll, Digimon, Isekai, Sanrio, Gundam, Naruto, Studio Ghibli, Bleach, One Piece, etc.
Up to date with new Anime movies and TV shows
The ability to analyze content and pull directly from the source material to back up claims
A sharp eye for grammatical details
Excellent command of the English language
Ability to write high-quality articles with swift turn-around times
Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment
Should possess a general understanding of Anime and strong research skills

Responsibilities:

Write articles in CBR's house style (following the requisite training)
- This will include: fact-checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing
Keep up to date with new Anime shows and movies, watching new episodes or films as soon as they release (or earlier) in order to have review ready for embargo/release
Reviews will be assigned based on each writer’s expertise and CBR’s needs
Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team

What CBR has to offer:

Fully remote — write from anywhere in North America or the UK!
Opportunities to pitch and write your own original ideas
Several helpful guides that you can refer to even after training to grow your writing portfolio and skills
Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system
An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

NOTE: Only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of knowledge of Anime content in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included. Please note that the next step in the hiring process involves a writing evaluation.

We look forward to hearing from you

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