Anime & Manga Lists Writer – $13.66 – $24.93 Per Hour
Note: We will not review incomplete applications. To be considered: include your resume and/or cover letter – plus list five current anime storylines you believe we should be covering (and why).
Do you love anime and manga? Want to reach millions of readers every month? Have strong opinions and extensive knowledge of anime and manga, both new and old? We are looking for strong writers to join our Anime Lists team – covering all things anime and manga. This is a fully remote freelance position that allows for flexible scheduling and opportunities in development and professional advancement.
You Will:
- Compose engaging List articles.
- Be able to pitch your own engaging List ideas in the style of ComicBook’s content, as well as taking on editorial commissions.
- Work with editors to develop a unique angle or insight that will help our article stand out from the crowd.
- Produce clean copy that is easy to edit, enjoyable to read, and free of typos.
- Develop extensive knowledge of major anime franchises, publishers, and other industry elements – and perform research as needed to ensure articles both reinforce our authority in the space and satisfy our readers.
- Have your finger on the pulse of current trends and new releases in manga and anime.
- Follow editorial guidelines and adapt writing style to site voice (with plenty of room for personal flourishes) as needed.
- Maintain professional standards of communication within our organization.
You Have:
- Prior publishing experience in journalism or other professional writing fields (technical and/or creative).
- A portfolio of past work for us to review.
- Degree and/or certification in English-related education is a benefit but not mandatory.
- Ambition, a passion for publishing, and a desire to help us connect with readers and grow our brand.
As a news publisher that operates 24/7, availability in evenings and on weekends is a bonus – as are candidates who will be excited to hop-on and help when big news drops.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $13.66 – $24.93 per hour
Benefits:
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Remote