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Staff Writer (Wrestling) ComicBook.com
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Comic.Book.com is looking for a Staff Writer who is hardworking and knowledgeable about the world of professional wrestling, including the different major promotions (WWE, AEW, Impact, New Japan), its wrestlers, on-screen personalities, podcasts and fan groups (Squared Circle, UpUpDownDown, Twitter). Our ideal candidate has played a key role on a news desk covering general news throughout the day, reporting on major events from weekly wrestling programs and monthly pay-per-views all while providing content to our multiple social media outlets! If this sounds like you come join us!
Responsibilities:
• Report and provide written updates on all things pro wrestling
• Write national features based on interviews performed
• Cover weekly WWE, AEW and Impact televised shows and monthly pay-per-views, recapping events as they happen and fan reactions on social media
• Post within the comment's section of our site and social media platforms to engage with fans by providing news, analysis and insight.
• Build relationships and develop sources in the pro wrestling world to provide premium information and breaking news; ablitiy to discern between legitimate sources/news outlets and fabricated gossip
• Provide original content to help grow our audience and connect with readers
• Work with editorial to provide comprehensive coverage of live, national events
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, or related field strongly preferred
• Professional experience reporting on professional wrestling
• Ability to conduct interviews both in-person and over the phone/Zoom
• Self motivation as well as ability to work within a team environment
About Us
ViacomCBS Streaming (formerly CBS Interactive) is a division of ViacomCBS that encompasses both free, paid, and premium streaming services including Pluto TV, CBS All Access, CBS Sports Digital, and CBS News Digital.