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New Hampshire Christmas Movie Fans Could Win $2,500 This Season
Manchester, NH – New Hampshire residents who enjoy watching Christmas movies could turn their favorite holiday pastime into a $2,500 cash prize this season as a nationwide contest searches for its nex
By Paige Sullivan · 2026-11-09T18:44:44.719Z
Manchester, NH – New Hampshire residents who enjoy watching Christmas movies could turn their favorite holiday pastime into a $2,500 cash prize this season as a nationwide contest searches for its next holiday movie enthusiast.
According to CableTV.com, the company is partnering with DIRECTV to launch its annual “Chief of Cheer” holiday dream job, offering one selected winner $2,500 in cash and an additional $2,500 donation to a charity of their choice.
The opportunity is open to eligible adults nationwide, including residents of Manchester and communities throughout New Hampshire.
Get Paid for 12 Days of Christmas Movies
The selected winner will complete 12 days of holiday themed viewing challenges designed to celebrate the Christmas season.
Activities may include rewatching childhood favorites, enjoying holiday romantic comedies, watching poorly rated Christmas movies and pairing seasonal films with festive snacks.
On the twelfth day, the winner will select a charitable organization to receive a $2,500 donation from CableTV.com and DIRECTV.
For New Hampshire residents, that could mean supporting a local food pantry, animal shelter or another eligible charitable organization.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be U.S. residents older than 18.
The promotional announcement does not list professional movie reviewing experience as a requirement.
Applications opened Wednesday, Nov. 4, and close Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Mountain time .
For New Hampshire residents, the deadline falls at 1:59 a.m. Eastern time Monday, Dec. 7.
The winner is expected to be announced by Wednesday, Dec. 9.
How New Hampshire Residents Can Enter
Interested applicants can review the official contest rules and submit an application at:
https://www.cabletv.com/experience/chief of cheer holiday dream job
“CableTV.com has been running Dream Jobs since 2019, and searching for the Chief of Cheer has become our favorite holiday tradition,” said Mike Strayer, the company's managing editor.
With a $2,500 personal cash prize and a separate $2,500 charitable donation, the contest offers New Hampshire holiday movie fans an opportunity to celebrate the season while potentially supporting a cause close to home.