Culture Writer

This is a Full Time Job

The Hollywood Reporter: Culture Writer

The Hollywood Reporter is hiring a Culture Writer to work closely with the editorial team to cover stories that investigate and contextualize the intersection of the entertainment industry and socio-cultural topics, issues and trends. Coverage areas would include but not be limited to: philanthropy, books, politics, health, the city of Los Angeles, style, art, design, celebrity business, real estate, restaurants and travel.

We're seeking an excellent writer, pro-active reporter and original thinker who can jump in and create timely and insightful stories for The Hollywood Reporter's print magazine and news website and be part of its dynamic, award-winning team of journalists.

The ideal candidate would have existing relationships with people in the film, television and digital fields - and be willing to work diligently to expand their source network - as well as a knowledge and enthusiasm for a variety of fields in the sphere of style and lifestyle.

The Culture Writer would pitch, produce, deliver and post both breaking news stories and long-lead features and would have a keen analytical eye for interpreting and analyzing current trends; would amplify diverse voices and rely on diverse sourcing; have an understanding of the business and creative sides of Hollywood; and create high-quality stories that speak to both our business readers who work in the entertainment industry and broader Hollywood-obsessed consumer audiences.

The full-time role would begin as a remote-work position and eventually be located in Los Angeles at the Penske Media Corporation West Coast headquarters.

Requirements:
• At least three years plus editorial experience

• Must be able to work in InCopy and on WordPress.

• Track record of producing engaging news stories and impactful features on deadline

• Be a self-starter as well as a collaborative team player not only with editors but also with the photo, design and social teams.

• Social media savvy and online profile

• Clear authoritative writing voice

• Represent The Hollywood Reporter at events when appropriate

• Use SEO, analytics and Google Trends to inform story development

About The Hollywood Reporter:

At a time of transformative change, The Hollywood Reporter provides unparalleled access to and intelligence about the business of the entertainment industry, as well as the people and the culture behind it. THR is an urgent and timely blend of rigorous breaking news, analysis, investigative reporting, insightful features, as well as lively design and elegant, creative photography across multiple platforms _ a high-octane 24/7 website, a luxurious weekly print magazine, video series, podcasts, exclusive events and robust social media accounts. THR sets the entertainment agenda, elevating and broadening the style and substance of the Hollywood conversation.