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Entertainment Writer

Mecha Media/ SlapStik Comedy Entertainment

Magazine/News/Digital Journalism
Print/Online
  • internship
  • job part time
  • unpaid

Company Information

SlapStik Comedy Entertainment is a comedy media company based in Columbus, Ohio. We publish SlapStik Comedy Magazine and create digital content across our blog, social media, and YouTube. We are building a platform that highlights comedians and comedy culture, and we are looking for writers who can bring strong ideas, clean writing, and a sense of fun to the team.

Qualifications

  • Strong writing skills with clean grammar and clear storytelling
  • Interest in comedy, entertainment media, and interviewing
  • Ability to meet deadlines and respond well to feedback
  • Comfortable communicating professionally with comedians and talent teams
  • Basic research skills and ability to verify names, credits, and details

Duties

  • Write magazine articles focused on comedy, entertainment, and comedian culture
  • Pitch article ideas and collaborate with the editorial team on topics and angles
  • Revise drafts based on feedback and submit final versions on deadline
  • Follow writing guidelines provided by the team including tone, structure, and formatting
  • When assigned, research and prepare interview questions for comedians

How to Apply

Apply through Handshake and include two writing samples. If you have interview experience, include a sample or a link. In your note, share what kinds of comedy topics you enjoy writing about and whether you are interested in interviewing comedians.

Application Deadline

February 12th, 2026

https://syr.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/10641107

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