Red Ventures is looking for writers

Red Ventures is looking for writers to craft original content covering a variety of higher education topics, including rankings and degree content, career guides, college and career planning resources, student/campus life blog posts, and bootcamps and non-degree educational pathways. They will also work with our editors and copy editors to ensure that all content is concise, grammatically correct, and easy to understand.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We recognize each student has a unique educational path with different obstacles. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to finding and funding your learning. So in 2012, Affordable Colleges Online (ACO) was created to connect students like you, to affordable, high quality education.

We help students identify colleges, programs, and scholarship opportunities that fit their academic and financial ambitions and needs. Our free, in-depth resources include comprehensive guidebooks, student interviews, user-friendly search tools, federal datasets, college rankings, and additional materials created and reviewed by experts in education.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Write content according to an in-house style guide (based on AP style)
Adhere to in-house guidelines for branding, tone, and voice
Adhere to sourcing and fact-checking guidelines
Format content based on guidelines and best practices
Read feedback from copy editors and incorporate suggestions into future work
Meet requested deadlines and maintain open and prompt communication with editors and copy editors

REQUIREMENTS

Professional experience as a freelance writer
Experience writing copy for websites
A commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion
An astute sense of appropriate style, voice, tone, and content flow
Experience working with a style guide (AP style preferred)
Excellent research, writing, and editing skills
Strong grasp of fact-checking and sourcing standards
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude

Please note that at least two writing samples and/or a link to your writing portfolio is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will be unable to respond to every applicant.

COMPENSATION