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Vermont Residents Could Win $2,500 Watching Christmas Movies
Burlington, VT – Vermont residents who enjoy cozy nights watching Christmas movies could turn their favorite holiday pastime into a $2,500 cash prize this season, with applications now open for a nati
By Blake Harrison · 2026-11-09T18:44:03.027Z
Burlington, VT – Vermont residents who enjoy cozy nights watching Christmas movies could turn their favorite holiday pastime into a $2,500 cash prize this season, with applications now open for a nationwide holiday movie contest.
According to CableTV.com, the company has partnered 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 throughout the United States, including residents of Burlington and communities across Vermont.
Get Paid to Watch Christmas Movies
The selected winner will complete 12 days of holiday themed viewing challenges designed to celebrate the Christmas season.
Activities may include rewatching a childhood holiday favorite, enjoying a Christmas romantic comedy, watching a poorly rated seasonal movie or pairing a festive film with themed snacks.
On the twelfth day, the winner will select a charitable organization to receive a $2,500 donation from CableTV.com and DIRECTV.
For Vermont residents, that could mean supporting a local food pantry, animal shelter or another eligible charitable cause.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be U.S. residents older than 18.
No professional movie reviewing experience is listed as a requirement in the promotional announcement.
Applications opened Wednesday, Nov. 4, and close Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Mountain time .
For Vermont residents, that deadline is 1:59 a.m. Eastern time Monday, Dec. 7.
The winner is expected to be announced by Wednesday, Dec. 9.
How Vermont 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 Managing Editor Mike Strayer said the company's Dream Jobs program has operated since 2019, with the Chief of Cheer search becoming a favorite holiday tradition.
With a $2,500 personal cash prize and a separate $2,500 charitable donation available, the contest offers Vermont holiday movie enthusiasts a chance to enjoy seasonal entertainment while potentially supporting a meaningful cause.