Blogger and Freelance Jobs Resource

Archive for September, 2009

Freelance Writers Needed for Political Website

PoliticsUnlocked.com wants freelance writers to contribute weekly. Details are below:

Writers will be committed to contributing two stories per week. Writers are welcome to contribute their own ideas, or the editor can assign them. The pieces can serve as analysis, opinion pieces or reports on current events.
Responsibilities include:
· Generating story ideas and accepting assignments
· Uploading short (400-800 words) submissions into our content management system
REQUIREMENTS
o Previous editorial freelance experience, contributing to web or print publications
o Great communication skills: written, oral and analytical
o Ability to translate instructions into action
o Ability to meet deadlines and respond to edits in a timely fashion
o Ability to write articles in an informative but accessible voice
o Web and interactive content experience and know-how: blogging, editing, writing, internet production, etc.
o Degree in English, Journalism or Literature is preferred
COMPENSATION
Payment will be $20 per article and the position is freelance. A by-line will be included.

How to APPLY:

HOW TO APPLY If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, send us your résumé, a brief cover letter summarizing your experience and interest in the world of politics and two (2) writing samples, either as attachments or as links to tcpresumes@gmail.com. Only applicants who are qualified will receive responses. Subject line MUST include TCP PU Writer.

Blog Articles for Home Improvement Wanted

We are a social network targeted to the remodeling and home improvement industry. Our focus is homeowners and contractor professionals. We’re looking for content to post in our member sections that address relevant topics like:

1) Bathroom Remodeling
2) Kitchen Remodeling
3) Backyard Renovation
4) Interior Design
5) Weekend Warrior projects

Please submit 2 published writing samples when applying.

You may APPLY HERE.

Web/Content Writers Telecommute

This telecommute want ad is open to anyone with a passion for writing inspiring pieces. Details below:

About the Company:
We are an exciting internet career portal that is focused on inspiring people to find their career passion. About the position:
This is a paid telecommuting contract position.
The position primarily involves writing people profiles through interviews in a pre-defined format. The profiles have to be inspiring through stories and anecdotes that enable the reader to connect to the person and of course have factual details about the career. The ideal candidate has the following skills:
• Connections in the govt, healthcare and finance sectors will be a BIG PLUS
• Writing Ability: Able to interview effectively and then write inspirational profiles to showcase on the site; someone who can write like Terri Gross interviews would be perfect!
• Networking: Has a large social network online through facebook, twitter etc that can be taped into for the profiles; OR is not shy to find the people to profile
• Gets social networking
• Work ethic: can deliver content on time; keeps all appointments; takes critiques well
• Education: journalism or marketing degree is preferred
• Must be a legal US citizen to apply
How to Apply:
If you think you are ideal for this position please send us (1) a resume, (2) a cover letter describing your interest and abilities for this role

You may APPLY HERE.

Top Links

CentralFlirt Needs a Dating Blogger

Single and in need of a gig? Check this out:

We are looking for a new blogger to write fun, articles about their lives and activities to do with their single life. These articles will be published on blog.centralflirt.com, a Wordpress installation.

What kind of bloggers are we looking for?
- Fun, passionate and knowledgeable bloggers who write witty and engaging content about their single life.
- Experience not essential but beneficial.
- Bloggers who actively engage within their online communities and promote the content they write.
- Experience using the WordPress application.

Articles should be between 300-600 words.

Writers will be paid between US$5 – US$10 for 1 blog post + 3 twitter posts limited to 1 blog post + 3 twitter posts per day depending on length.

Application details posted HERE.