Static Media is looking for weekend writers

Static Media is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working weekend freelance writers to join our team. We are looking for creative individuals who are self-sufficient and versatile.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Static Media delivers engaging content across a broad spectrum of topics. Tackling blockbuster movies, games, and chicken sandwiches, the year’s best new styles, the secrets of the universe, and everything in between, Static Media’s content never stands still. Static Media’s portfolio includes eleven unique brands, each with successful video and social media presences, and which are all driven by a core commitment to creating quality content from the start. Join us to create some signal out of all the noise.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of experience writing content for print or the web. Static’s portfolio includes 11 brands: Looper, Nicki Swift, /Film, Grunge, Mashed, The List, SVG, SlashGear, Health Digest, House Digest, and Tasting Table. We are hiring weekend writers for all of them.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Claim article topics from a large selection of assignments
Research, pitch, and write articles in custom CMS on a quick turnaround, depending on the topic and timeliness of the article
Contribute to and follow the guidelines of our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to uphold quality of content
Must be available on Saturdays and/or Sundays

EXPERIENCE

Minimum three years editorial experience writing and editing. Experience with building content in a CMS.

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN SUBMISSION

Write a short introduction about yourself
Include a paragraph highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits
Attach links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.
Three professional writing samples relevant to the content we share on our sites

COMPENSATION