News Writer

Adventure Media & Events, a family of affiliated media companies covering the toy, licensing, and entertainment industries, is seeking a remote, part-time news writer to craft news briefs for thetoyinsider.com, thepopinsider.com, and toybook.com.

Contract Role

This is a four-month contract position, commencing in May 2026 and continuing through August 2026, with the opportunity to renew. Applicants should be available to work remotely two or three days per week, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ET (8-hour shift), at $22.00 per hour. Applicants have the option to work in the New York City office as desired.

Responsibilities

• Writing short, daily news posts for all three sites
• Writing new product descriptions and company overviews for print magazines
• Basic photo editing (including resizing to web specs)
• Writing photo captions
• Uploading and formatting content via WordPress CMS
• Identifying news-worthy stories and searching for topics to cover.
• Writing product descriptions for various online features, gift guides, and more
• There is also an opportunity to create listicles and feature-length stories for all three sites.

Required Skills

• Experience with writing news briefs for news-based websites
• A basic understanding of Photoshop
• Familiarity with AP style
• Familiarity with Google Suite
• Experience with Wordpress CMS
• Interest in toys, collectibles, kids’ entertainment, and/or pop culture
• Able to balance multiple projects and prioritize workload
• All required technology, including a computer and a strong internet connection.

Please apply with a resume and a cover letter that clearly expresses what you can contribute to the team, demonstrates a firm grasp of our brands, and offers a glimpse into your unique voice. Include an anecdote about your favorite childhood toy or your go-to Marvel movie. Applications should be emailed to Associate Editor Samantha Connell [click apply].