Dexerto · 2 months ago
Senior Entertainment Writer at Dexerto
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior LevelDexerto is the leading voice in influencer culture, gaming, and online entertainment, reaching millions every month with sharp, engaging content about the internet’s biggest names and trends. They are seeking a Senior Entertainment Writer who can deliver compelling stories that capture the attention of global audiences and has a strong editorial instinct to pitch bold ideas and challenge weaker copy.
eSportsMedia and EntertainmentNewsSocial NewsTV
Responsibilities
Writing standout news stories and features on influencers, celebrities, and viral internet trends
Pitching original and timely ideas that align with Dexerto’s tone and audience
Sourcing stories through social media, tip-offs, and trend tracking
Interviewing key figures in entertainment and online culture to get exclusive angles
Sub-editing and sharpening content for clarity, tone, and engagement
Offering constructive feedback to colleagues on story ideas, headlines, and copy
Collaborating with editors and social media teams to ensure stories are well-packaged for platforms like X, Facebook, and Instagram
Qualification
Required
A proven track record in entertainment or internet culture journalism
Strong knowledge of the creator economy, viral trends, and online personalities
An instinct for what makes a story engaging, clickable, and shareable
Ability to self-start, work at pace, and consistently pitch standout ideas
Confident editorial judgment – you're not afraid to speak up when a story could be better
A personable team player who raises the game for everyone around them
Benefits
Work remotely with the flexibility to focus on your strengths and creativity
Be part of a forward-thinking media team at the heart of internet entertainment
Company
Dexerto
Dexerto is the world’s largest digital esports and gaming lifestyle platform news platform.
Founded in 2015
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.36MKey Investors
Seedrs
2016-10-20Seed· $0.26M
2015-03-31Seed· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Joshua Nino De Guzman
CEO & Cofounder
Chris Marsh
Co-Founder & Director
Recent News
2025-10-30
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