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News Writer (Wednesday to Sunday)

News Writer (Wednesday to Sunday)

Bored PandaIndia, IN
1 day ago
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Job description

We are one of the leading digital media and entertainment companies globally, producing positive, engaging and original content in 17 languages for people of all ages.

Known for award-winning art and pop culture magazine Bored Panda and TOP DIY channels like Crafty Panda, we fight the world's boredom at an unprecedented speed :  160 million page views per month and 62 billion video views per year.

We are one of the leading tech-driven media and entertainment companies, producing uplifting content in 17 languages for people of all ages. Known for award-winning art and pop culture magazine boredpanda.com and TOP DIY channel Crafty Panda, we fight the world's boredom at an unprecedented speed : 160 million site views per month and 62 billion video views per year. Our team comprises over 600 creative individuals from 42 different countries and 3 offices in Vilnius, Lithuania.

We are excited to announce that we are currently looking for a News Writer to join our News department. Prepare to work for a leading publisher of uplifting stories that cure boredom worldwide!

What You Will Do :

  • Write engaging articles about viral stories, breaking news, celebrities, and social trends;
  • Create fun and interesting listicles, including those inspired by major events;
  • Pitch and develop original ideas for interviews and unique stories;
  • Research deeply to find the most interesting and fresh story angles;
  • Create titles that flesh out stories and engage users;
  • Work closely with the team to test new ideas and find creative ways to connect with our audience;
  • Compete with top global publishers to be the first to cover trending and breaking news.

What We Expect :

  • Native-level English skills;
  • Good writing skills and speed;
  • High attention to detail and passion for quality;
  • Ability to create unique angles;
  • Ability to write strong headlines;
  • Keen eye for photos;
  • Newsroom experience;
  • Experience in finding and breaking exclusive stories;
  • Experience in covering celebrity news would be an advantage;
  • We expect you to be collaborative, open to feedback, and a true team player;
  • Capability to work from 16 : 30 to 00 : 00 (Wednesday to Friday) and from 16 : 00 to 02 : 00 (Saturday to Sunday), aligned with the Lithuanian time zone (EET / EEST).

    • What We Offer :

  • We'll foster your growth : get encouraged to train your extra skills, talents or passion and apply them at work;
  • We'll celebrate your success :  referred friends and more;
  • We'll give you memories :  team buildings, and other events.

    • We’re looking for talented individuals to join our team and cover weekend and evening shifts : Saturday–Sunday (16 : 00–02 : 00 EEST) and Wednesday–Thursday–Friday (16 : 30–00 : 00 EEST) . Please note that during the onboarding and training period, the schedule may vary. These shifts ensure our news section stays fresh and up-to-date during the most important hours - so we never miss a hot story!

    If you meet these requirements, we will wait for your application! (Kindly provide your CV exclusively in English)

    Selected candidates will be required to complete a test task. (Applicants who rely on AI to complete the test will not be considered).

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