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Freelance Food Writer/Photographer - Food Republic
Static Media, Remote, Work from USA
Salary: 8 to 10 cents per word
Level: Experienced
Duration: Freelance
Steady freelance work that pays on time! Food Republic is seeking enthusiastic, hard-working freelancers to join our feature team. Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience writing and photographing content for print or the web in the areas of food, cooking, and dining. We are looking for U.S.-based, creative individuals who are self-sufficient and versatile. This role is work-from-home (U.S.-based) with flexible, stable hours. This position requires the ability to produce time-sensitive reviews of new menu items and grocery products typically only available in the U.S., as well as in-depth product rankings — both with accompanying photos. Typical assignments will be similar to the following examples and applicants’ photography samples must be of similar quality:
- Ranking Brands Of Bacon From Worst To Best
- Milk Chocolate Pumpkin Pie M&M's Are The Perfect Balance Of Flavor
About Food Republic
Food Republic is the ultimate destination for anyone who loves food and drinks. We’re your number one source for recipes, cooking tips, dining advice, drink recommendations, and the latest news from the food industry. Whether you’re looking for mind-blowing facts about the food you love, new ways to cook your favorite dishes, or the biggest scoops on the restaurant scene, Food Republic has what you need.
Feature Writer Responsibilities:
- Claim feature article topics from a selection of assignments
- Research, pitch, and write 2600- to 3000-word articles in a custom CMS with a one-week to one-day turnaround, depending on the topic and timeliness of the article
- Follow the guidelines of our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to uphold quality of content
What We Offer:
- Compensation: 8-10 cents per word, depending on the type of assignment
- Reimbursement for reviewed items
- Reliable payment: we pay on time, twice a month
- No invoicing: our system is automated – you do not need to invoice us and we always email you a detailed statement each pay period
- Flexible scheduling: you choose the days and hours you work
- Excellent exposure: Static Media’s sites receive more than 170 million monthly visitors and our content is syndicated via SmartNews, Apple News+, MSN, and Yahoo
Experience Required:
- Minimum three years editorial experience writing and/or editing
- Experience taking photographs of food and/or restaurants
- Experience with building content in a CMS
- Familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook
How To Apply:
To apply for this job, please submit the following materials:
- Your resume
- A cover letter
- Three professional writing samples relevant to the content we share on Food Republic
- Two examples of your food photography
Applications missing any of these elements will not be considered.
All content on Static Media's sites is written entirely by humans. While we understand AI-written content is becoming prevalent, any articles submitted using AI during the hiring process will not be considered.
We believe representation matters at Static Media and strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, those with disabilities, and individuals from other underrepresented groups to apply.
About Static Media
With up-to-the-minute news, original insights, exclusive interviews, and expert advice to make every day better, Static Media's ever-growing family of websites gives readers the great content they crave. From original recipes to movie reviews to travel guides, Static Media has you covered.
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