Writing Jobs, November 15, 2017

I am definitely feeling the mid-week slump. More coffee, please.

Hopefully today’s list of writing jobs will help perk us all up. There are remote writing jobs and on-site opportunities, too, for some big names in media, like Bustle and CBC/Radio-Canada. Good luck!

Remote Writing Jobs

SEO NEWS WRITERS – The Social Edge – Remote writing jobs: Pays $20 – $25 an hour. Our company is looking for remote contractors to contribute to our multiple aggregated news sites. Ideal candidates are self-driven, WordPress knowledgeable, and SEO cognizant. This is an ongoing, indefinite project for the right candidate. While the going rate says $25/hour for a 300-word minimum article, the pay is contingent on successful article publication, not in how long it takes to create. To submit, please talk about your digital content writing experiences, what news you’d enjoy writing about, and how you will search engine optimize it. Writing samples will also be requested… Read more/apply

WOMEN’S STYLE BLOGGER – Waypost Magazine- Remote blogging jobs: We are seeking an experienced women’s style blogger to contribute to a digital magazine and blog. We’re a startup digital magazine up that focuses on health and lifestyle for hip middle-aged adults. Your role will be to write different types of style/fashion articles geared towards women aged 40-55. Requirements: 1. Experience writing and blogging, with the ability to write in clear APA format. (Send samples of your work) 2. Experience working with this age group.3. A fun and engaging writing style. 4. Ability to meet deadlines… Read more/apply

MEN’S STYLE BLOGGER – Waypost Magazine – Remote blogging jobs: We are seeking an experienced men’s style blogger to contribute to a digital magazine and blog. We’re a startup digital magazine up that focuses on health and lifestyle for hip middle-aged adults. Your role will be to write different types of style/fashion articles geared towards men aged 40-55. Requirements: 1. Experience writing and blogging, with the ability to write in clear APA format. (Send samples of your work) 2. Experience working with this age group.3. A fun and engaging writing style. 4. Ability to meet deadlines… Read more/apply

COMMERCE BEAUTY WRITERS – Bustle – Remote writing jobs: Bustle is seeking a part-time remote writer, specializing in all things beauty-related to create affiliate content. The writer will work under Bustle’s commerce editors to produce articles about products that readers will love, whether it’s a list of the best Korean beauty products or a round up the best hair dryers for fine hair. Ideal candidates should have a strong background and knowledge of beauty and be able to speak with authority on everything from skin care to hair tools. Candidates should also have at least a year of experience in reporting, writing, and/or blogging. Experience writing SEO is a plus… Read more/apply

FREELANCE WRITER – Vivial Media LLC  – Work from home writing job: Our freelancers are tasked with writing hyper-polished, sharp and colorful 300-word posts for hundreds of local / national clients across various industries (everything from beauty and real estate to dentistry and funeral services). We’re looking to hire the best of the best– writers who are confident in their abilities to transform basic marketing copy into fresh, resonating and engaging posts. This is high-volume content creation, which means we will assign you several posts per week on a 1-2 day deadline… Read more/apply

Canadian Writing Jobs

CONTENT WRITER – Pocketpills – Surrey, BC: We are looking for a talented and motivated self-starter. The successful individual must be able to work independently and thrive being given the freedom to create. This individual will be responsible for the editorial development of marketing and promotional content (writing) for the unit’s websites and blog(s), as well as for social media, and other online marketing communications as needed. A successful candidate should be a problem-solver, excellent writer and communicator… Read more/apply

WEB WRITER (English Services) – CBC/Radio-Canada – Vancouver, BC: Please note this is a temporary position until July 2018. Selects CBC assigned stories and writes material for presentation online primarily for regional websites. Demonstrates and maintains exceptional skill in writing, editing and packaging for online. Work is governed by and adheres to CBC journalistic and programming policies, standards and practices.  Editorial leadership provides guidance, but initiative and independent judgement are expected. Close co-operation with newsgathering and the program unit is essential. This position may require work on weekends… Read more/apply

COPYWRITER – Roundhouse Radio – Vancouver, BC: Are you a creative wordsmith who loves to make words soar off the paper? Our collaborative team is looking for a hands-on experienced copywriter who has a proven track record in web and radio advertising. You will work closely with the Creative Director, Producer and Sales Department to write and develop high level on-air ad campaigns, podcasts, and web based copy aimed at delivering results. This Copywriter position will be client-facing, so you’ll will spend time directly super serving a variety of clients. If you’re a collaborative worker who can take direction, skilled at self-management, can hold yourself accountable to meet tight deadlines, and love to scribe – we want to hear from you… Read more/apply

JUNIOR/INTERMEDIATE COPYWRITER – Filter Agency – Toronto, ON: As a Writer at CM2 + Filter, you will play an integral role within the creative department and contribute to the development of program strategies and create communication solutions for CRM programs, retail promotions, digital content and dedicated digital networks that are creatively compelling, on strategy and motivate desired consumer behaviour. Working at CM2 + Filter gives you an incredible opportunity to thrive in a fun and dynamic environment with energized people (oh yeah, in an open concept)… Read more/apply

FRENCH WRITER/EDITOR – Statistics Canada – Ottawa, ON: Salary $57,430 to $61,877. Duties: Edit documents written in French or translated from English (comparative editing) and proofread documents in accordance with French grammar and style and Statistics Canada terminology and publication guidelines. Conduct terminology research for the purpose of checking technical, administrative, promotional and other communications documents. Write texts on writing techniques, communications practices, and French grammar, vocabulary and usage. Sit on multidisciplinary project teams… Read more/apply