The US Sun

Freelance Entertainment Reporter

Posted: 19 hours ago

Job Description

Are you a dynamic and motivated multimedia journalist looking to make an impact in one of the world’s most prominent news organizations?News Corp’s The U.S. Sun is seeking freelance Digital Entertainment Reporters with strong video and on-camera experience to join our growing team.You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, video-first newsroom, covering everything from breaking showbiz news and celebrity exclusives to consumer, lifestyle, and sports stories that pop across platforms.The Sun is a global publisher and one of the biggest news brands in the UK. Our talented and diverse team delivers the best coverage of news, sport, TV, showbiz, and lifestyle — now expanding rapidly across America.Since launching in early 2020, The U.S. Sun has smashed all traffic and revenue targets to become one of the fastest-growing digital news sites in the country.We are now looking for a freelance entertainment reporter and presenter to support our ongoing expansion.This position is based in New York, though applications from across the U.S. are welcome — remote work is available for exceptional candidates.The ideal candidate is a confident on-camera storyteller who can jump from breaking a news exclusive to filming quick-turn reaction videos, producing explainers, or appearing in short-form content for TikTok, YouTube, and other social platforms.You’ll have a deep understanding of the showbiz and TV landscape — from Teen Mom to the Kardashians and every star in between — and know how to make it shine in both words and video.Initial shifts required are Monday to Friday from 8am EST, with an expectation that these will later include evening and weekend working.Pay: $200–$250 per shift, based on experience.Hours: Nine-hour shifts with a one-hour break.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and chase stories that will drive traffic and engagement across web and videoPitch, write, and present entertainment stories with flair and accuracyFilm and appear on camera for breaking news, explainers, and short-form clipsWork with the video, picture, and social teams to create high-impact multimedia contentProduce posts efficiently in WordPress and collaborate on social rolloutsEnsure all content meets legal and editorial standardsSkills & ExperienceStrong knowledge of entertainment, reality TV, and celebrity cultureProven on-camera experience — comfortable recording, presenting, or conducting video interviewsExcellent, fast writing and self-editing skillsAbility to write and speak in The Sun’s concise, entertaining styleBasic video editing and production skills (Premiere, CapCut, or similar)Experience with WordPress or other CMS platformsFamiliarity with SEO and social best practicesCalm under pressure and adaptable in a fast-moving newsroomAmbitious, creative, and eager to help shape a video-first futureWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

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