11/21 Freelance Writing Jobs Newsletter

Good morning!

It’s that time again! This week, we found:

• ✏️25 freelance content writing gigs

• ✏️13 freelance copywriting gigs

• ✏️5 freelance editing gigs

• ✏️8 pitch calls for freelance writers

• ✏️3 bid/grant writers

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Now for this week’s gigs!

-Like counts are as of the night before sending. Also, the company’s location doesn’t necessarily limit who can apply. If location restrictions for writers are mentioned, they will be noted in the hyperlink.

🐦 Gigs from the last 24 hours are starred (*) for Early Birds members and can be found at the top of each section.

📝 Freelance Content Writing Gigs

1. *Synopsys Inc. in the US is looking for a US-based technical writer for a six-month contract 👍28

2. *Redpoint in the US is looking for a freelance B2B tech content writer who can turn complex ideas, interviews, and data into compelling narratives 👍5

3. *Lede Entertainment in the US is looking for freelance writers to develop and write short-form vertical fiction stories 👍24

4. *Sanctuary Bathrooms in the UK is looking for a freelance journalist/writer who is working on property, homes, and interiors 👍1

5. *Barrington James in the UK is looking for a Europe-based freelance medical writer fluent in Portuguese and English 👍32

6. BGB Group in the US is looking for freelance writers with market access/payor expertise for an end-of-year assignment 👍18

7. The Net Gains Newsletter in the US is looking for a US-based freelance B2B finance writer to curate its newsletter for U.S. accountants and produce weekly Q&As 👍23

8. The Covington News in the US is looking for freelance writers to tell comprehensive and compelling stories on an as-needed basis about several topics 👍6

9. The Institute of Applied Metatheory in the US is looking for a freelance journalist 👍27

10. A Media Operator in the US is looking for a freelance reporter with private equity/deals experience 👍27

11. DiningOut Magazine in the US is looking for freelance reporters in Dallas, Houston, and Atlanta to cover local food news, chefs, recipes, and more 👍76

12. ASIS International in the US is looking for freelance journalists to dig into security, privacy, risk management, and technology 👍110

13. Wahi in Canada is looking for an experienced real estate SEO writer to write a monthly article for its platform 👍22

14. Mindwrite in the UK is looking for mental health writers 👍346

15. Medscape Medical News in Canada is looking for a freelance medical/science reporter with 5+ years of experience to join its neurology news team 👍63

16. A content editor in the US is looking for a freelance Australian B2B SaaS writer who can write and localize content for AU audiences 👍12

17. Rivian in the US is looking for US-based freelance storytellers available for story assignments in major metro areas 👍209

18. Skills Alliance in the US is looking for a US-based freelance publications writer to help with the development of several manuscripts 👍40

19. Cycling News in the UK is looking for freelance feature writers with ideas about cycling and racing for long-form commissions 👍74

20. NHL Trade Talk in Canada is looking for freelance contributors to cover NHL trade rumors, analysis, and breaking NHL news 👍0

21. Content Lab in Malta is looking for Dutch iGaming freelance writers 👍4

22. Strafe Esports in Sweden is looking for freelance writers for LOL and 2XKO 👍9

23. Aha Media in the US is looking for US-based freelance healthcare writers to help with service line pages for hospitals and health systems 👍124

24. Last Word on Sports in Canada is hiring freelance writers to cover basketball 👍5

25. Kings Crest Global in Spain is looking for a German freelance content writer 👍17

💡 Freelance Copywriters

1. *ACLU's Storytelling Team in the US is looking for a US-based contract copywriter to help with web, social, and short-form editorial copywriting—$65/hr 👍119

2. *The Foundry House in the UK is looking for a freelance web copywriter who has experience in professional services on behalf of a client👍65

3. Jackson Dawson in the US is looking for a freelance copywriter with experience in ultra-luxury product and automotive storytelling 👍49

4. Profero in the US is looking for a freelance biopharma-savvy copywriter 👍6 application (it says hybrid at the top, but later says they are open to fully remote)

5. McGraw-Hill in the US is looking for subject matter experts in Spanish, French, Italian, and German to help with freelance product development opportunities for introductory and intermediate college-level course materials 👍53

6. Major Players in the UK is hiring for a wellness and supplements brand searching for a freelance copywriter who blends sharp creative energy with a deep understanding of claims, compliance, and regulated language 👍21

7. The Unit Agency in the UK is looking for freelance copywriters with a comedic tone who understand British culture 👍111

8. A founder in Malta is looking for help with messaging and positioning, as well as research and copywriting, from someone who understands agency models, the pressures of leadership, and how innovation gets embedded  👍30

9. Sling Money in the US is looking for a freelance financial services copywriter 👍98

10. A recruiter in the UK is looking for a midweight freelance copywriter with CRM experience to write copy for email, social, and e-commerce—£300 day rate 👍5

11. On in Switzerland is looking for a UK/EU-based seasoned fashion, lifestyle, or sportswear e-commerce freelance copywriter to write copy across email, landing pages, paid marketing, and web  👍161

12. Bardown Digital in the US is looking for freelance copywriters to help with various brands 👍177

13. Connective3 in the UK is looking for UK-based freelance copywriters with a strong background in SEO-driven long-form content, PR/lifestyle blog writing, or landing page optimizations 👍114

✂️ Freelance Editing Gigs

1. *MGT in the US is looking for a US-based freelance copyeditor to help with editing and proofreading proposals—$25 to $35/hr👍0

2. *Burson in the UK is looking for freelance editors with availability between now and the end of the year 👍87

3. Profero in the US is looking for a freelance pharmaceutical copyeditor 👍6 application (it says hybrid at the top, but later says they are open to fully remote)

4. LADbible Group in the UK is looking for freelance sub-editors for upcoming shifts  👍194

5. Aha Media in the US is looking for US-based freelance healthcare editors to help with service line pages for hospitals and health systems 👍124

💌 Accepting Pitches from Freelance Writers

1. *MIT Technology Review is seeking pitches on nature (deadline 12/5)—$1 to $2 per word 👍233

2.  The Economic Hardship Project is looking for stories about the impact of SNAP cuts, the Starbucks boycott, and more—$750 👍1 pitch portal

3. The Telegraph in the UK is looking for pitches on New Year’s finances (but not about savings) 👍37

4. Late Checkout in the US is looking for pitches on food and drink stories through a cultural lens with a fun, fresh Gen-Z-approved voice—$150 for 200 words 👍67

5. East End Taste Magazine in the US is accepting pitches for Q1–rates start at $150 (deadline Dec 1) 👍76

6. Open Secrets Magazine in the US is looking for food insecurity essays—$200 (absolutely no AI) 👍41 pitch guidelines

7. Oregon Humanities in the US is looking for pitches and feature-length submissions from Oregon writers for its Spring issue on Labor — $750 to $1,500 👍4

8. Bon Appétit in the US is accepting pitches for stories about cooking, culture, and restaurants—starts at $250 for 400 words 👍NA

💡 Freelance Bid/Grant Writers

1. *Heatingsmart Ltd in the UK is looking for a talented freelance bid writer👍23

2. The King’s Trust International in the UK is looking for a contract institutional bid writer and project manager for 10-12 weeks 👍16

3. CREM Business Solutions in the UK is looking for experienced freelance bid writers 👍12

Want to improve your odds of landing these gigs?

1. Don’t delay💨: Apply as early as possible. The gigs go fast!

2. Include a USP ⭐: Send a short personalized pitch that includes a solid reason to pick you for that gig.

3. Send proof🧾: Include at least one relevant sample (preferably 2-3) that shows what you can do.

4. Build trust🎯: Ensure your LinkedIn profile and website are aligned and back up your pitch (clients often look).

5. Be responsive ⚡: Respond promptly to responses; decisions happen quickly.

We can help with #1!

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That’s a wrap!

Good luck and see you next week,

Jessica at ATFW

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Reminder: If the gigs shared have posted rates, they must be above $100 per project, $25/per hour, or $0.10 per word. If you get offered less than that, please let me know. Also, gigs are vetted according to a variety of factors. For example, posters can’t ask for unpaid tests, pay for “exposure,” or have a public history of not paying freelancers. If you encounter problems of any sort from a company shared here, please let me know, and I’ll add them to my blacklist.