John Caldwell|True-crime junkies can get $2,400 for 24 hours of binge-watching in MagellanTV contest

2025-05-06 10:45:43source:Crypen Exchangecategory:Finance

Love true crime?John Caldwell Want to get paid watching it?

MagellanTV recently announced its 4th Annual True Crime Watch Dream Job offering one lucky true-crime fan $2,400 to binge-watch certain shows.

The catch? The person has to watch it 24 hours straight.

Here's what to know about the gig:

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Job duties

According to the job posting, the company's ideal candidate "lives for true crime."

"They can handle the most menacing serial killer, the goriest details, and don’t flinch at the chilling paranormal - they love it so much that they’re willing to stream it nonstop," the post reads.

In addition to watching true crime, job requirements include documenting the true crime 'all-nighter' on social media.

Only one person will hired for the job, the posting reads, but the company said it will give 100 runner-up applicants a free three-month membership to MagellanTV.

What shows will I watch if hired for the job?

The dream job playlist for a person with "nerves of steel' includes shows like 'Lifers', 'Mafia Queens' and 'The Killer Nurse'.

The application requires a person to explain why the company should hire you and submit how often you watch true crime and why.

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Where to apply for true-crime binge job

Want the gig?

"Post about the dream job on social media with the hashtag #truecrimedreamjob, tag us, and tell us why you’re the person for the job!" Magellen's listing reads.

Hurry up and apply though. The window to apply closes at 10 a.m. EST on Friday.

To apply click here.

Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior correspondent for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter @nataliealund.

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