Freelance Opportunities For Freelancers Like Me
CRWNMAG Looking For Pitches
"We’re looking for a Bay Area-based writer to explore the history and cultural impact of Oakland’s infamous sideshows.
Send pitches!
https://crwnmag.typeform.com/write"
British GQ Looking For Freelance Writer
Zak Maoui, Style Editor at British GQ Posted:
"I am looking for a freelance men’s style writer who would be available to work with me over the next month or so. If that could be you, please contact me at zak.maoui@condenast.co.uk"
Email Zak at zak.maoui@condenast.co.uk
Popular Mechanics Looking For Freelance Contributor
Andrew Daniels, Director of Membership Content at Popular Mechanics Posted:
"Hi again—I’m looking to hire a #freelance contributor for @PopMech to own a fast-growing and increasingly important area of our coverage: POWER & ENERGY. This contracted position pays $5k/month (~20 stories/mo).
🧵 Lots of details (and my email) in the thread:
You should have deep reporting experience in—and a clear passion for—the science behind the sources that keep the world running, and crucially, how they’re constantly evolving. We want to generate daily news and occasional features about the non-stop innovations in…
🔋 ELECTRICITY: Batteries! Batteries! Batteries! PM’s readers LOVE all things batteries and energy storage. Plus: the advent of wireless electricity, the future of the electric grid, etc. (See examples below.)
☀️ CLEAN ENERGY & NUCLEAR: What’s happening in nuclear, solar, wind, water, geothermal, and hydro/fuel cells? We need someone who can stay on top of renewables news and regularly draw on their contacts in these fields.
🛢 FOSSIL FUELS: Natural gas, coal, and oil still primarily power our lives. What surprising steps are scientists taking to make these non-renewable resources cleaner? (Think: carbon capture and storage).
A few successful @PopMech stories that are instructive examples of the kinds of stories you’ll produce:
Interested? Know someone who is perfect for the gig? Please reach out and send several relevant clips (pitches also encouraged):
📩andrew.daniels@hearst.com
You’ll first work with PM’s news team on a few initial paid stories to gauge the fit before we establish the position."
Dotdash Meredith Looking For Writers
April Mccormick, Health Editor, Performance Marketing at Dotdash Meredith Posted:
"I am looking for a few BIPOC writers with mental health or health reporting experience - We are especially looking for male writers! Articles pay between $600-$750. If interested please DM me with relevant clips. #WritingCommunity"
Follow and DM April on Twitter: @TweetingApril
Forbes Looking For Writer
Forbes is looking for a smart, well-sourced Music Writer to cover the business of music focusing on industry insiders and power players, track trends and write engaging stories on subjects that include uncovering and dissecting the strategies behind billionaire actors in the industry, highest-paid stars, innovative startups, entrepreneurs that are transforming the industry, and behind the scenes numbers stories on headline topics. The ideal candidate understands the breadth of the beat, has an interest in markets and entrepreneurship and how they are affecting the industry, its top earners, biggest companies and most powerful figures, as well as cultural trends that are having a financial impact. The candidate relentlessly pursues big scoops, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, where creativity and teamwork are highly valued.
Location: Must be based in the U.S. Otherwise, no preference.
Responsibilities
- Covers the world’s most successful entertainers and industry power players
- Monitors day-to-day music industry news
- Breaks stories and delivers scoops before the competition
- Contributes to Forbes’ flagship lists
- Works on Wealth valuations related to the Music beat
- Writes longer-form stories and investigative pieces for the website and the magazine
- Searches through SEC documents and financial data to aid reporting
- Bachelor’s degree
Requirements
- Understands financial terms, markets and international tax laws
- Has at least five years of experience in financial/business reporting
- Shows previous success breaking news, covering music’s big players & writing thoughtful investigative pieces
- Proficient experience reading and analyzing financial data
- Be deeply sourced
MIC Seeking For Culture Writer
Mic is Seeking a Part-Time Culture Writer to Work Remotely
Writers should be able to work 3-4 days during business hours EST. Coverage will include pitching and writing analysis, commentary, and reported pieces on trends and news across the worlds of music, film, television, and social media.
Mic’s culture section covers everything from the latest memes on Instagram to the historical context of Kanye West’s move to Montana. We strive to illustrate the ways in which political forces shape our culture with clarity and levity. Ideal candidates understand how to translate the news into meaningful commentary that explores the intersection of culture and politics. Rather than mere news aggregation, the focus of this role will be on writing insightful and creative analyses on a particular news theme or event, not news briefs.
Ideal candidates should have at least 3+ years of experience in reporting and/or writing, ideally about culture or news. Most importantly, you should bring a unique perspective with a definitive voice to your work. Please make that clear in your cover letter.
Responsibilities
- Pitch and write 1-2 commentary/analysis pieces on the news theme of the day
- Synthesize information in a way that is digestible and relevant to our audience
- Work well in teams, listen to direction, and pitch in where needed
- Follow Mic style and turn in clear, conversational copy
- Monitor social media and identify fresh angles on top news stories
Requirements
- 3+ years reporting and writing experience
- Ability to write clearly and accurately
- Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Comfortable covering a wide range of topics
- A strong voice and innovative ideas
- Availability to work remotely at least 3 business days per week
Hearst Media Production Group Looking For Freelance Assistant Editor
Hearst Media Production Group is Seeking an Assistant Editor to Join Post-Production
This role will be responsible for managing and prepping incoming and outgoing media for the editorial team.
This position reports to the Executive Producer (Head of Post-Production).
This position is based in Burbank, CA.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Logging
- File management
- Syncing
- Exporting
- Light graphics (within Premiere)
- Creating ancillary deliverables such as press release stills, show clips, & music cue sheets
Experience
- 2+ years of relevant experience in digital post-production
- Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) with related experience will be considered
Qualifications
- Mastery of Premiere is a must
- Experience with AfterEffects and Photoshop preferred
- The ability to adapt and work quickly under short deadlines
- Understanding of video codecs and workflows
- A high level of attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Education
- Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
Additional Requirements
As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Media Production Group requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Hearst Media Production Group will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
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