5/24 ATFW Jobs Newsletter

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1. The Humane Space (US) is looking for freelance article writers — $250 for 500-800 words

2. Backstage SEO (CA) is looking for freelance B2B SaaS article writers

3. Brightcast (US) is looking for freelance finance, travel, and pop culture writers

4. Headstream Innovation (US) is looking for a freelance mental health writer

5. io Audio (UK) is looking for freelance scriptwriters for voiceovers

6. Martha Stewart (US) is looking for freelance gardening writers

7. Netmums (UK) is looking for freelance news writers

8. LiveCase (US) is looking for freelance multimedia case writers and instructional designers

9. A NY-based editor is looking for freelance home/home improvement writers

10. Strange Family Studios (US) is looking for a freelance beauty/skincare copywriter

11. Save My Exams (UK) is looking for freelance writers to create educational content

12. Launch Potato (US) is looking for freelance personal finance SEO content writers

13. Badassery (US) is looking for a freelance strategist and writer (social media and blog)

14. Anderson Business Advisors (US) is looking for freelance B2B copywriters

15. Agency Owner News (US) is looking for freelance writers who have written for major publications

16. Dabble Agency (UK) is looking for freelance scriptwriters

17. A CAD technician (UK) is looking for a freelance website copywriter

18. Entain Australia and New Zealand is looking for AU/NZ-based freelance copywriters

19. A brand strategy expert (UK) is looking for an English native freelance social media copywriter

20. Real Simple (US) is looking for freelance home commerce content writers

21. Low Season Traveller (UK/AU) is looking for pitches on low-season travel

22. The Kitchn (US) is looking to commission a story for Juneteenth—Starts at $300

23. London Spy (UK) is looking for pitches about London—£0.30 per word

24. Tech Radar (US, UK, AU) is looking for freelance e-commerce/deals writers

25. Creative Bloq (UK) is looking for freelance journalists to pitch/write stories

26. Semrush (US) is hiring a senior copywriter with strong SEO skills and SaaS product marketing experience

27. Dev Docs (US) is seeking a freelance senior technical writer

*Note: The country in parenthesis tells you where the company is based, not where writers must be based to apply.

1. The Humane Space (US) is looking for freelance article writers

The Humane Space app makes it easy and fun to inject more curiosity into your daily life – a powerful way to boost wellbeing. The Immerse section is meant to educate, uplift, and inspire wonder.

Job: They're looking for several freelance writers to write Immerse stories on an ongoing basis (up to four a week). The Immerse section features pieces from 500 to 800 words on topics ranging from fungi to philosophy.

Requirements: Must have relevant samples.

Rate: $250 per article

Apply: Send a few relevant writing samples along with a resume and/or cover letter to the Managing Editor, Carey Dunne, at [email protected].

2. Backstage SEO (CA) is looking for freelance B2B SaaS article writers

Backstage SEO is a business consulting and services company based out of Canada.

Job: Josh is looking for a few B2B freelance writers. Topics will mostly be jobs-to-be-done (how to XYZ) and category research (best ABC) focused. All B2B, mostly SaaS.

• → Writing human-first articles

• → Mid to bottom-funnel B2B content

• → Optimized to rank (without being robotic)

• → Creating assets that support conversion paths

• → Blend of new content & refreshing existing pages

Requirements: He's looking for awesome B2B SaaS freelance writers, which implies relevant experience.

Rate: Discuss with Josh.

Apply: DM Josh on LI.

3. Brightcast (US) is looking for freelance finance, travel, and pop culture writers

Brightcast is a digital publishing company based out of LA, California.

Job: Jason is the Senior Content Manager and is looking to bring on some freelance writers — especially with experience in finance, travel, and pop culture.

Requirements: See above.

Rate: Discuss with Jason.

Apply: DM Jason on LI.

4. Headstream Innovation (US) is looking for a freelance mental health writer

Headstream is an innovation program by SecondMuse that exists to improve the mental well-being of adolescents. It's based in San Francisco, California (US).

Job: David's looking for a freelance writer to help with some small upcoming projects.

Requirements: He's looking for a writer who knows a thing or two about youth mental health.

Rate: Discuss with David.

Apply: DM David on LI.

5. io Audio (UK) is looking for freelance scriptwriters for voiceovers

io Audio​ is an England-based audio production company specializing in audio production for the radio, TV, and corporate world.

Job: The team is looking to expand its pool of writers to offer more variety and experience for their clients. You'll be writing scripts for voice artists.

Requirements: At least five years of copywriting experience.

Rate: Discuss with Rich.

Apply: Email Rich at  [email protected]

6. Martha Stewart (US) is looking for freelance gardening article writers

MarthaStewart.com is a US-based publication that features tried-and-true recipes, DIY crafts, home decor tips, and holiday party planning.

Job: Alex is the Senior Home Editor at MarthaStewart.com and she's looking to expand her pool of gardening writers.

Requirements: Freelancers specializing in gardening how-to's, explainers, and plant roundups.

Rate: Discuss with Alex.

Apply: DM Alex on LI with recent clips.

7. Netmums (UK) is looking for freelance news writers

Netmums is a UK-based parenting website.

Job: Louise is the editorial director at Netmums and she's looking for writers to source, write, proof, and publish articles (a mix of parenting news, lifestyle, money, health, travel, and mental health).

Requirements: Experienced news writers who are SEO savvy and able to use a CMS.

Rate: Discuss with Louise.

Apply: DM Louise on LI.

8. LiveCase (US) is looking for freelance multimedia case writers and instructional designers

LiveCase is an e-learning provider based out of Delaware (US).

Job: Anna is a communications consultant at LiveCase. She's looking for freelance multimedia case writers and instructional designers with a flair for writing.

Requirements: Freelance writers with an interest in business and education who fancy the challenge of transforming academic teaching into interactive multimedia stories. If you enjoy telling stories and writing dialogue, creating multimedia assets and AI chatbots, researching and structuring content, and can put yourself in the shoes of an ambitious executive or crafty CEO, then this might be something for you.

Rate: Discuss with Antoine or Anna.

Apply: DM Anna on LI or Antoine at [email protected].

9. A NY-based editor is looking for freelance home/home improvement writers

Job: Jeanine, a NY-based content marketing strategist and editorial team lead, is looking for a writer in the home/home improvements space.

Requirements: Must have reporting capabilities/skills.

Rate: Discuss with Jeanine.

Apply: DM Jeanine on LI.

10. Strange Family Studios (US) is looking for a freelance beauty/skincare copywriter

Strange Family is an international branding, advertising, and technology collective, comprised of Strange Studios (brand-led creative) and Strange Pixels (design-driven digital). It's based in Oakland, California.

Job: Ben is the founder and is looking for a copywriter for a rad client doing something new in the beauty/skincare space. If you like to work between smart upstream brand messaging and fresh campaign creative, this may be for you.

Requirements: 3-5+ years of experience, portfolio of relevant work.

Rate: Discuss with Ben.

Apply: DM Ben on LI.

11. Save My Exams (UK) is looking for freelance writers to create educational content

Save My Exams (SME) is an online education platform supporting up to 2m students monthly to achieve better grades in their exams. It's based in London, UK.

Job: They’re looking for talented writers, consultants, and reviewers to join their stable of freelancers. Read more.

Requirements: They are currently looking for individuals with subject experience in:

• GCSE & A level Physical Education

• IB Geography

• IB History

• IB Business and Economics

• AP Physics Algebra 1

• AP Statistics

• AP Calculus (AB, BC, Pre)

They can hire almost anywhere in the world (with a few exceptions)

Rate: Discuss with the client.

Apply: Online app. Be sure to specify your subject, specialism, and availability in your cover letter.

12. Launch Potato (US) is looking for freelance personal finance SEO content writers

Launch Potato is a digital media company that owns and operates a portfolio of brands and technologies. It's based in Florida (US).

Job: Andrea, the senior editor, is looking for freelance personal finance writers to create SEO content.

Requirements: Expertise in the personal finance vertical and the ability to make the topics approachable.

Rate: Discuss with the client.

Apply: Fill out this form.

13. Badassery (US) is looking for a freelance social media/blog strategist and writer

Badassery is a private community of unconventional thought leaders dedicated to igniting change. It's based in the U.S.

Job: What you’ll do:

• Strategy: Develop and implement a social media and blog strategy in conjunction with our marketing team based on business needs, cultural moments, and more.

• Content Creation: Create and design all social content in a way that feels true to our brand.

• Management: Manage all Badassery social platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and more.

• Growth: Aggressively grow our followers and engagement per platform. Plus, launch on new social platforms that will help us meet business goals.

• Analysis: Measure success through analytics tracking + reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly), and make strategy and content changes accordingly.

Requirements: The ideal candidate is obsessed with social media (especially LinkedIn!) and community management, has a pulse on topics that matter to diverse thought leaders today, and has an edgy, smart, and real voice that will elevate our brand. Must have at least 2 years of experience managing social media accounts for brands, ideally for startups and/or community-first brands. (~10-15 hours/week). Read more.

Rate: Discuss with the client.

Apply: Online app

14. Anderson Business Advisors (US) is looking for freelance B2B copywriters

Anderson Business Advisors is a US-based business planning and consulting firm. It focuses on providing high-quality tax and legal services to small business owners, real estate investors, professionals, stock traders, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and contractors.

Job: The company is looking for freelance copywriters.

Requirements: Experience with:

• Writing types: Direct sales copy, newsletter, and blog copy.

• Industry: Law firm, real estate, investing, and/or event marketing is a PLUS!

Rate: Discuss with Lindsey.

Apply: Apply by emailing [email protected]. Send your resume and portfolio/writing sample.

15. Agency Owner News (US) is looking for freelance writers who have written for major publications

Agency Owner News is a US-based publication that shares tips and strategies on business development, client services, and finances for agency owners.

Job: Henry, the Editor-in-Chief of Agency Owner News, is looking for freelance writers who have written for major publications.

Requirements: Freelance writers who have written for a major financial publication like Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Inc., Money, or Forbes.

Rate: Discuss with Henry.

Apply: Comment on Henry's LI post or DM him.

16. Dabble Agency (UK) is looking for freelance scriptwriters

Dabble is a video marketing agency based out of Leeds and Manchester (UK).

Job: Maggie, the co-founder, is looking for freelance script writers to help with some exciting projects.

Requirements: Availability next week.

Rate: Discuss with Maggie.

Apply: DM Maggie on LI.

17. A CAD technician (UK) is looking for a freelance website copywriter

Sean is a freelance interior CAD technician based out of England (UK).

Job: He is looking for a freelance copywriter to help him write his website.

Requirements: Freelance copywriting skills.

Rate: Discuss with Sean.

Apply: DM Sean on LI.

18. Entain Australia and New Zealand is looking for AU/NZ-based freelance copywriters

Entain Australia and New Zealand is home to a diverse group of brands created and driven by the region's best talent.

Job: Keira, the Head of Creative Services at Entain, is looking for AU/NZ-based freelance copywriters.

Requirements: Must be based in Australia or New Zealand.

Rate: Discuss with Keira.

Apply: DM Keira on LI.

19. A brand strategy expert (UK) is looking for an English native freelance social media copywriter

Veronica is a UK-based expert in brand strategy, digital marketing, and business management.

Job: Write social media content for a project.

Requirements: Must be a native English speaker.

Rate: Discuss with Veronica.

Apply: DM Veronica on LI.

20. Real Simple (US) is looking for freelance home commerce content writers

Real Simple is an American monthly magazine published by Dotdash Meredith. It features articles and information related to homemaking, childcare, cooking, and emotional well-being.

Job: Nicole, the Commerce Editorial Director of Home at Dotdash Meredith, is looking for freelancers to write well-researched evergreen commerce content for Real Simple.

Requirements: Writers with experience covering cleaning and organizing, bedding and bath, or vacuums and home appliances. 

Rate: Discuss with Nicole.

Apply: Email Nicole at [email protected] for more info!

21. Low Season Traveller (UK/AU) is looking for pitches

Low Season Traveller is a platform/publication that helps to inspire travelers to visit destinations outside of the peak seasons. It has offices in Australia and the UK.

Job: They're looking for paid writers for future editions of the Low Season Travel Magazine.

Requirements: Pitches on all aspects of low-season travel, including:

• Destination guides

• Low season experiences

• Sustainable hotels

• Food and drink

• Industry insights

• Extraordinary people

Rate:

Apply: To submit your pitch or find out more, email [email protected] or DM him on X.

22. The Kitchn (US) is looking to commission a story for Juneteenth

The Kitchn is a leading food and cooking resource for millennial women with a web audience of 25 million monthly readers.

Job: Paulina is looking to commission a personal essay in honor of Juneteenth.

Requirements: The theme is food traditions/recipes famous among Black families.

Rate: Starts at $300.

Apply: Pitch Paulina at [email protected].

23. London Spy (UK) is looking for pitches about London

London Spy is a news magazine for Londoners, by email.

Job: They want original journalism about London. Check the pitch guide to learn more.

Requirements: Commissioned pieces should be between 1,000 to 2,000 words in length.

Rate: £0.30 per word.

Apply: Send your pitches to: [email protected]. Include a brief explanation of your pitch and a suggested headline. Also, ideally include a rough sense of how long the story will take you to turn around.

24. Tech Radar (US, UK, AU) is looking for freelance e-commerce/deals writers

TechRadar is an online publication focused on technology. It has editorial teams in the US, UK, and Australia, and provides news and reviews of tech products and gadgets.

Job: TechRadar is currently looking for a few more freelance writers for its e-commerce/deals content.

Requirements: Not directly games-related but if you can write about a broad range of tech and love to share a bargain then reach out.

Rate: Discuss with James.

Apply: Email James at [email protected].

25. Creative Bloq (UK) is looking for freelance journalists to pitch/write stories

Creative Bloq is an online platform that provides daily news, advice, and inspiration for creative people. It's based in England.

Job: Creative Bloq is looking for news writers with an interest in (and ideally opinions on) topics including: branding, AI, graphic design, movie design, and more.

Requirements: See above.

Rate: Discuss with the client.

Apply: Send pitches to [email protected]

26. Semrush (US) is hiring a senior copywriter with strong SEO skills and SaaS product marketing experience

Semrush Holdings, Inc. is an American public company that has a SaaS platform known as Semrush. It's used for keyword research, competitive analysis, site audits, backlink tracking, and comprehensive online visibility insights. 

Job:

• Blog article outlines with SEO focus (search intent analysis)

• Editing blog articles (logic, flow, SEO)

• Updating blog posts and other content

• CMS management (uploading blog posts)

• Internal creative tasks management

• Email copywriting > focused on announcing new product features

• Product guidelines copywriting

• Other short content formats to promote tool updates as banners or in-product announcements

Requirements:

• Native or Bilingual English Speaker 

• Copywriter with +7 years of experience and at least +3 working with SaaS products

• Great experience in SEO with a strong focus on content structure and best practices

• Experience with creating product marketing content

• Demonstrable experience in writing and editing high-ranking content

• Team player who can quickly adapt to our workflow

Rate: Discuss with the client.

Apply: Apply online

27. Dev Docs (US) is seeking a freelance senior technical writer

DevDocs is a technical consultancy comprising impassioned technical writers, developers, designers, and project managers. 

Job: Craig is currently hiring for a contract senior technical writer.

Requirements: A technical writer with software development experience OR a software developer that likes to write documentation.

Rate: Discuss with Craig.

Apply: DM Craig on LI.

More from ATFW and friends…

Who’s in charge of hiring freelance writers in 2024?

If you’re working on building your network and pitching prospects, you may wonder who to target.

After reviewing the last few months of jobs on our job board, here are 32 positions commonly held by people hiring freelance writers:

1. (Vertical name) Content Editor

2. Content Marketing Strategist

3. Director of Creative Strategy

4. Director of Content Strategy

5. Communications Consultant

6. Content Marketing Manager

7. Growth Marketing Leader

8. (Vertical name) Director

9. Senior Managing Editor

10. (Vertical name) Editor

11. Editorial Team Lead

12. Head of Marketing

13. Creative Producer

14. Creative Recruiter

15. Editorial Manager

16. Content Manager

17. Creative Director

18. Editorial Director

19. Managing Editor

20. Freelance Writer

21. Head of Content

22. VP of Marketing

23. SEO Consultant

24. VP of Content

25. Creative Lead

26. Editorial Lead

27. Senior Editor

28. Co-founder

29. Journalist

30. Founder

31. Editor

32. CEO

If you want to reference this list in the future, it’s now in our blog: Who Pays Writers in 2024 (and where to find them). 

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