Script Writer

Canela Media is the fastest-growing Latina-founded media and entertainment company in the United States and Latin America with OTT properties including Canela.TV, Canela Music and Canela Kids. The company is a true start-up, founded in 2019 and backed by the most reputable investment groups in the world.
Overview: Is responsible for creating engaging and relevant content related to the world of entertainment, which can cover a wide range of topics such as film, music, television, celebrities, pop culture, cultural events, among others.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays with flexibility to alter shifts/days off to accommodate projects and departmental objectives, as well as extended hours during hurricanes and continuous coverage.
Responsibilities: Preparation of the daily script for the show. Preparation of articles, reviews, news, reports, lists, interviews, profiles and multimedia content (videos, podcasts, etc.) related to entertainment. Review of interviews and press releases in English and Spanish. Conducting extensive research to obtain accurate and up-to-date information on events, movie releases, TV show premieres, concerts, celebrity news, and more. The ability to adapt to different writing styles, tones and formats, whether it be news writing, promotional content or more creative and editorial pieces. Stay up to date with the latest trends in the entertainment industry. Work closely with assignment desk, booker, editors, other writers and multimedia teams to ensure the quality of content and its presentation. Conducting interviews with celebrities Qualifications: BS degree in Journalism/Communication or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in English and Spanish. Minimum 3 years in general market or Spanish language television station as a scriptwriter. In-depth knowledge of the entertainment industry, celebrities and current trends. Ability to multitask and prioritize. Ability to react to breaking news. Displays in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms.

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