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Freelance Writing Jobs in the United States

Creative & Professional Writing Assistant Professor

Western Connecticut State University

Danbury, CT

Our new colleague will build interest and enrollment in the Business and Technical Writing Option; will teach occasionally in the department’s Writers’ Studio sequence; may teach courses in Public Relations, Advertising, Science Writing, and a variety of other courses in the department; will contribute to departmental discussions about possible online course/degree delivery; and may have opportunities to work with students in the MFA program. IAs the Department of Creative and Professional Writing prepares to update its undergraduate degree offerings in Creative Writing, Business and Technical Writing, and Journalism and Public Relations, we seek a colleague who can contribute vision and experience in Professional Writing and contribute occasionally to our low-residency Master of Fine Arts in Creative and Professional Writing, one of the most successful graduate programs at the university.

2 days ago
Writing Corequisite Instructor - Undergraduate College - Chicago Campus

National Louis University

Chicago, Illinois

Upward Management: Engages at appropriate level with supervisor in defining desired outcomes, providing status updates, and obtaining input as to ongoing project direction and process; Keeps commitments and meets deadlines without the need for reminders; Proactively shares information in a timely manner. Qualifications: Masters degree or higher AND at least one of the following:18 graduate-level credit hours in English, Composition, Creative Writing, Communications, Literature, Rhetoric, Reading, Language and Literacy, Humanities, or a closely related field.

30+ days ago
Freelance Writer

Perfect Search Media

Chicago, IL

Write excellent, polished content that suits every assignment’s specifications, including: brand voice and tone, length, research needed, internal links and external links, meta data, citing sources, and more. However, freelance writers may work on a range of projects, including, but not limited to: blog posts, webpages, emails, infographics, e-books, white papers, and more.

30+ days ago
Freelance B2B Content Writer (Talent Pool)

Quatrain Creative

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For more than a decade, our team of experienced writers, designers, and content strategists has worked with B2B brands across industries—from education to technology—to craft compelling blog posts, case studies, ebooks, videos, and more. Many of our clients operate in the tech space, so you should be comfortable learning complex concepts and translating them into clear, compelling narratives for C-suite executives and decision-makers—often without technical backgrounds.

1 day ago
Freelance Writer: Politics and Trending News

GAMURS Group

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We're seeking a versatile Freelance Writer who can produce timely, engaging, and traffic-driven news content for, while also contributing sharp, thoughtful political pieces for The Mary Sue. The ideal candidate is deeply online, culturally aware, politically literate, and able to translate fast-moving stories into accessible, feminist-aligned coverage.

30+ days ago
Freelance Writer for Computer Science Course

eDynamic Learning

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As part of the hiring process, potential candidates may be invited to participate in a paid audition to demonstrate their ability to write material at an appropriate level and in an engaging manner. eDynamic Learning is the largest publisher of elective and CTE educational resources for 6th-12th grades in North America.

30+ days ago
Freelance Copywriter (Talent Pool)

Quatrain Creative

McLean, VA

For more than a decade, our team of experienced writers, designers, and content strategists has worked with B2B brands across industries—from education to technology—to craft compelling blog posts, case studies, ebooks, videos, and more. Assignments may include marketing emails, web copy, landing pages, sales sheets, one-pagers, slide decks, social posts, ads, and other brand and sales enablement materials.

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Freelance Finance Content Writer

Mint Studios

Austin, TX

We use our four pillar framework to help financial services companies turn their blog into a customer acquisition channel: A content strategy based on customer research and focused on Bottom of the Funnel keywords. Mint Studios is a content marketing agency based in the UK and US that helps financial services companies like Modulr, Zai, Confused.com and Jeeves acquire customers with content.

8 days ago
Freelance Language Expert – Audio Describer (German)

3Play Media

Boston, MA

We are looking for talented creative writers to create, edit, and narrate audio description scripts in German for network and streaming television programming, along with other video content. We are expanding our network of freelance language experts to support our growing portfolio of subtitling, dubbing, audio description, and transcription projects.

30+ days ago
Freelance Language Expert – Audio Describer (French)

3Play Media

Boston, MA

We are looking for talented creative writers to create, edit, and narrate audio description scripts in French (Canadian) for network and streaming television programming, along with other video content. We are expanding our network of freelance language experts to support our growing portfolio of subtitling, dubbing, audio description, and transcription projects.

30+ days ago
Freelance Writers/Subject Matter Experts: Smart Buildings/Building Technology/HVAC Systems

Skyword

Boston, MA

Skyword is seeking experienced B2B technical writers with proven storytelling proficiency and the ability to craft impactful content marketing copy in a range of formats for a client in the Smart Buildings/Building Technology/HVAC Systems spaces. Content creation will encompass the following key product and solution areas: Content creation will encompass the following key topic and solution areas:Commercial-scale HVAC equipment such as air- and water-cooled chillers and heat pumps.

30+ days ago
Creative Writers - Freelance AI Trainer

Mindrift

San Antonio, TX

Ideally, contributors will have: an under- or postgraduate qualification in an Arts-based subject (English, Creative Writing, Journalism, MFL, Psychology, Cognitive Science), related field, or work experience at an equivalent level; or 1+ years’ experience in Conversational AI Testing, Narrative Design, or Adversarial Model Testing. This project requires you to put yourself in the position of a range of different user personas and engage in realistic multi-turn conversations with LLMs, working towards a clearly defined goal.

2 days ago
How-To Geek - Freelance Tech Writer (Hobbies & DIY)

Valnet Tech Sites

Dallas, TX

This role is ideal for writers who enjoy breaking down hands-on projects, exploring niche tech interests, and writing for readers who love to tinker, experiment, and optimize their setups. While we’re best known for practical how-to content, our Hobbies & DIY coverage focuses on the enthusiast side of tech — the projects, tools, and experiments people do because they want to, not because they have to.

6 days ago
Freelance Writers/Subject Matter Experts: Technical Avionics In-Flight Entertainment Writer

Skyword

Boston, MA

The writer should feel comfortable discussing commercial entertainment technology — including the systems, related digital solutions, Wi-Fi connectivity, app integration, and technical services — and have a demonstrated ability to translate complex subject matter into easy-to-understand material. Content created may include B2B short articles and landing pages (product-focused with some SEO/AEO), longform copy (white papers/ebooks), and materials for expos and direct sharing (one-sheets, video scripts, infographics, handouts).

7 days ago
How-To Geek - Freelance Tech Writer (Software & Applications)

Valnet Tech Sites

Nashville, TN

Our Software & Applications coverage focuses on practical guides, tutorials, and features for productivity, programming, and enthusiast software users. We publish content that’s approachable, actionable, and often optimized for Google Discover, helping readers solve problems and get more out of their software.

30 days ago
Freelance Tech Writer (Smart Home)

Valnet Tech Sites

Nashville, TN

Our smart home coverage includes (but is not limited to): Smart home ecosystems and platforms (Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Home Assistant, SmartThings, etc.). This role is ideal for writers who enjoy testing devices, exploring platforms, and explaining how connected home tech actually works in the real world.

9 days ago
Freelance Tech/SaaS Content Writer

Siege Media

Chicago, IL

Experience writing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, how-tos, software/tool roundups, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content. We currently have a spot open for a talented Freelance Tech/SaaSContent Writer to help us continue to deliver great content for our world-class clients.

8 days ago
Freelance Financial Content Writer

Siege Media

Chicago, IL

2-3 years of experience as a content writer, writing finance-specific content (ideally published on reputable news sites or industry blogs, such as Investopedia, Nerd Wallet, Forbes, etc.). Experience writing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, how-tos, software/tool roundups, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content.

8 days ago
Freelance English Writer - AI Trainer

Mindrift

Dallas, TX

Ideally, contributors will have: an under- or postgraduate qualification in an Arts-based subject (English, Creative Writing, Journalism, MFL, Psychology, Cognitive Science), related field, or work experience at an equivalent level; or 1+ years’ experience in Conversational AI Testing, Narrative Design, or Adversarial Model Testing. This project requires you to put yourself in the position of a range of different user personas and engage in realistic multi-turn conversations with LLMs, working towards a clearly defined goal.

2 days ago
Freelance Game Writer (romance)

Crazy Maple Studio

Sunnyvale, CA

We’re seeking writers with established audiences on platforms like Wattpad, Goodreads, Tapas, or other interactive storytelling platforms—but emerging writers with strong samples are also welcome. Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing entertainment company with offices in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, specializing in mobile gaming, reading, and streaming entertainment.

30+ days ago
Freelance Content Writer

Siege Media

Chicago, IL

Experience writing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, how-tos, software/tool roundups, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content. Intermediary SEO knowledge with a working knowledge of SEO tools and how they can be used to improve client websites.

14 days ago
Freelance Account Supervisor

Syneos - Commercial - Prod

$45 - $55

Columbus, OH

GSW is a full-service healthcare communications agency that goes beyond advertising to create personalized brand experiences that involve, inspire, educate and activate people through ongoing brand journeys. Build relationships with customer contacts and colleagues, providing value as source of information relative to tactical strategy, brand objective, and business needs.

30+ days ago
Freelance Senior Account Executive

Syneos - Commercial - Prod

$40 - $45

Remote, Remote

In this role, you will function as the primary customer contact on a tactic level, supporting upper-level customer management team members and partnering with Agency Operations, Strategy, Medical and Creative. GSW is a full-service healthcare communications agency that goes beyond advertising to create personalized brand experiences that involve, inspire, educate and activate people through ongoing brand journeys.

30+ days ago
Pro Tem Instructor (Creative Writing) - Open Pool

University of Oregon

Eugene, OR

Undergraduate offerings within the Creative Writing Program also include the Kidd Tutorial Program, a unique studio experience that emphasizes literary analysis in poetry and prose fiction, craft-related topics of concern to the college-level creative writer, and an engagement with the rigorous critical discourse. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.

30+ days ago
Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (Fiction)

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

The successful candidate will be expected to 1) maintain an active writing and publication career, 2) teach four courses per academic year at the undergraduate and graduate level, and mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students, 3) contribute service to the Department, the university, and the profession. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

30+ days ago
Freelance Project Manager

Gravillis Inc.

Los Angeles, CA

Spearhead project management and ensure execution in accordance with specifications; managing logistics from inception through the delivery; driving projects to final completion by keeping the team both on track and highly motivated. Experience in a similar management capacity required; expert in prioritizing and coordinating special projects independently and in collaboration with other key staff; a true multi-tasker.

3 days ago
Freelance Community Manager

Likeable

Nashville, TN

Community Managers are more than just freelance support - they're a crucial piece of our social media management puzzle at Likeable and work closely with our full time team to learn the ins and outs of social media and represent our clients. Respond to questions and comments across clients’ branded social channels during established community management hours ensuring brand voice and a high level of responsiveness is maintained .

30+ days ago
Professor, Creative Writing Program, College of Arts & Sciences

Boston University

$150000 - $220000

Boston, MA

The Boston University Creative Writing Program (CWP) seeks a fiction writer of national/international stature to teach in its renowned MFA Program, including recruitment and mentoring of MFA fiction writers, occasionally teach undergraduates, and direct the CWP. Primary expertise and significant publications in fiction (ideally short fiction and the novel) in English is required; publication and teaching expertise in a second genre (e.g.

30+ days ago
Freelance Production Coordinator

Jubilee Media

null, CA

You’lll serve as the point of contact with the cast and crew during shoot days, fielding questions and ensuring people arrive on time and that production runs smoothly! As a Freelance Production Coordinator, you'll hire crew, reserve locations, communicate with cast members, and rent equipment ahead of filming.

20 days ago
Production Designer (Freelance)

HAUS

Los Angeles, CA

You'll have the opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including developers, strategists, and creative minds, fostering a holistic approach to problem-solving. At least 2 years of experience working in digital production and graphic design in a creative environment, such as an agency or in-house, preferably for an entertainment, or consumer brand.

30+ days ago
Classical Guitar Clinician-Freelance

D'Addario & Company

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This role is responsible for educating targeted segments of the classical guitar market about D’Addario products through direct contact with players, schools/teachers, luthiers, and organizations. Become trained and certified in D’Addario classical guitar products as directed by the Product Manager and Classical Guitar Global Product Specialist.

2 days ago
Freelance Graphic Designer

Cozymeal

San Francisco, CA

Discover and book unforgettable culinary experiences: hands-on cooking classes, private-chef meals, guided food tours, wine tastings and team-building events in 400+ cities worldwide. In addition to providing customers access to world-class culinary experiences, products and content, we also provide a great source of income to our partners that includes chefs, sommeliers, guides and mixologists.

30+ days ago
Beauty Advisor/Artist Freelance, OR - NorthWest

The Estee Lauder Companies

$21.6 - $32.4

Olympia, WA

The company's products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr. Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com **Michigan Applicants:** Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.

29 days ago
Beauty Advisor/Artist Freelance, MAC - North West

The Estee Lauder Companies

$21.6 - $32.4

Olympia, WA

The company's products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr. Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com **Michigan Applicants:** Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.

29 days ago
Freelance Associate Producer (R50028879)

FOX

$30 - $36.05

New York, NY

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox News MediaFOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable.

30+ days ago
Creative Writing/ Marketing Writer

Online River

$28 - $34

Indianapolis City, Indiana

Content Creation: Write clear, concise, and engaging content for blogs, websites, social media, product descriptions, email campaigns, and other marketing materials. Editing & Proofreading: Revise, edit, and proofread content to ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity, and consistency.

30+ days ago
Freelance Peer Reviewer: Medicine

Cactus Communications Services Pte. Ltd.

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Subject Areas: Anaesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Clinical Oncology, Molecular Oncology, Gastroenterology, Respiratory Medicine, Reproductive Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surgery, Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, Haematology, Rheumatology, Renal Medicine, Nephrology, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Bone and Muscle Medicine. About Us: Established in 2002, Cactus Communications (cactusglobal.com) is a leading technology company that specializes in expert services and AI-driven products which improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered.

30+ days ago
Freelance Peer Reviewer: Life Sciences

Cactus Communications Services Pte. Ltd.

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Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases (AIDS,HIV,Influenza,Polio), Public Health, Geriatrics, Nursing, Nursing medicine, Occupational Health, Pediatric nursing, Microbiology and Immunology, Immunology/Clinical immunology, Clinical microbiology, Molecular Biology, Drug Discovery and Development, Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics. About Us: Established in 2002, Cactus Communications (cactusglobal.com) is a leading technology company that specializes in expert services and AI-driven products which improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered.

30+ days ago
Freelance Peer Reviewer: Humanities and Social Sciences

Cactus Communications Services Pte. Ltd.

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About Us: Established in 2002, Cactus Communications (cactusglobal.com) is a leading technology company that specializes in expert services and AI-driven products which improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered. With offices in Princeton, London, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, Tokyo, and Mumbai and a global workforce of over 3,000 experts, CACTUS is a pioneer in workplace best practices and has been consistently recognized as a great place to work.

30+ days ago
Freelance Senior SEO Analyst

Siege Media

Chicago, IL

Experience with website analysis using SEO tools like Moz, Ahrefs, SEMRush, Screaming Frog, Google Analytics (crawlers, analytics platforms, CMS, marketing software, etc.). Solid understanding of how search engines crawl, index, and rank websites, as well as how those tasks work in different websites/industries (i.e., news, blogs, eCommerce, etc.).

16 days ago
Freelance Reporter, US and Crime (R50029023)

FOX

$36 - $44

New York, NY

SNAPSHOT OF RESPONSIBILITIES*- Responsible for original, enterprise and investigative reporting- Must be able to respond to breaking news on beat and turn stories accurately under pressure- Ability to travel to breaking news events at a moment's notice- Ability to consistently produce stories with original video, interviews, photos and graphic elements- Ideal candidate will have a robust rolodex of criminal, legal and police contacts- Pitch stories daily as well as execute assignments, including field assignments*WHAT YOU WILL NEED*- 3+ years professional newsroom experience- Experience covering US/WORLD news at a national media outlet, digital experience preferred- Experience covering crime, courts, legal, and investigations- Knowledge of AP style writing- Command of PACER, Lexis-Nexis, FOIA requests- Command of SEO- Experience with digital analytics to monitor, build traffic- Experience with headlines- CMS, WordPress knowledge- Willingness to travel domestically/internationally- Possess a competitive spirit- Possess an "on-call" mentality and be prepared to work outside of shift in emergency or breaking news conditions- Ability to travel / operate in the field- Eager to network out of the office- Voracious consumer of news- Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field is study is preferred, or equivalent experience- Possess a competitive spirit- Possess an "on-call" mentality and be prepared to work outside of shift in emergency or breaking news conditions- Ability to travel / operate in the field- Eager to network out of the office- Voracious consumer of news- Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field is study is preferred, or equivalent experience*We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.*Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $36.00-44.00 per hour. OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox News MediaFOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather.

30+ days ago
Freelance Content Editor

Siege Media

Chicago, IL

Experience writing and editing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, infographics, how-tos, software/tool roundups, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content. Intermediary SEO knowledge with a working knowledge of SEO tools and how they can be used to improve client websites.

29 days ago
Experienced Freelance Recruiter - Los Angeles

Mercier Consultancy MD

€25000 - €100000

Los Angeles, CA

Your Responsibilities: Utilize your extensive knowledge and experience in recruitment to identify, source, and engage qualified candidates for a variety of roles. If you possess a sharp eye for talent and a passion for connecting great candidates with outstanding opportunities, this remote role is designed for you.

30+ days ago
KABC Freelance Newswriters

Disney Entertainment

$23.26 - $40.56

Glendale, CA

The role also receives a daily payment in-lieu of benefits and may have potential for additional compensation for overtime, producing, and early morning or overnight shifts. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

30+ days ago
Freelance Copywriter

Collier Simon

Los Angeles, CA

Ability to bring original creative thinking to life in concepts, headlines, and copy across a variety of clients and industries; the ability to write both emotional and functional/directional copy. We are looking for Freelance Copywriters with 3-5 years experience in writing headlines, content for social media, emails, scripts for video, web copy, brand guidelines, manifestos, and naming.

30+ days ago
Real Time Editor - Freelance

Altice USA

$37500 - $61607

Edison, NJ

Edit News 12 video content for processing and playback online, social and streaming services.- Collaborate across multiple teams including MMJs, MMPs, producers, photographers, marketers, technologists, etc.- Coordinate the gathering of news, the generation of story ideas, the scheduling and assignment of coverage, and the delivery of news material to the production team for all News 12 services.- Maintain working files of possible stories, background information and news sources.- Responsibilities- Responsible for story scouting, field crew management, story planning, news writing and editing for digital platforms, social media oversight and monitoring of scanner and news email as well as monitors audience analytics at the station to maximize opportunities.-

30+ days ago
Freelance Assignment Editor - Spectum News 1

SPECTRUM

Dallas, TX

Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased and high-quality content.

17 days ago
Freelance Non-Academic Translator/Reviewer

Cactus Communications Services Pte. Ltd.

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About Us: Established in 2002, Cactus Communications (cactusglobal.com) is a leading technology company that specializes in expert services and AI-driven products which improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered. With offices in Princeton, London, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, Tokyo, and Mumbai and a global workforce of over 3,000 experts, CACTUS is a pioneer in workplace best practices and has been consistently recognized as a great place to work.

30+ days ago
Freelance Real estate photographer

Archi-Pix

St. Peter, MN

Typical pay range is $60 - $200 per shoot (depends on photography package ordered by client and can be higher than $200 at times) and each appointment typically takes an hour or less. All of our team members are trained in photography, videography, 3D tour technology and are FAA Part 107 certified drone operators.

10 days ago
Freelance Television Broadcast Producer (USA-based)

Tait

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TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics. Our Broadcast Producers work within project teams to provide day-to-day management of projects: Overseeing elements as assigned, from timelines, meetings, staffing, creative, onsite logistics, show management and guest experience.

30+ days ago

Freelance Writing Jobs Overview

Writing is vital to communication. Whether writing is for brands, blogs, newspapers, research papers, books, magazines, pamphlets, or instruction manuals, its purpose is to present important information in a clear way that's easy for the intended audience to understand. Although there are many staff writing positions within publications and on marketing and communications teams, many writers opt to go freelance to have more control over their workload, schedules, and assignments. Businesses across industries hire for freelance writing jobs during busy seasons or for substantial yet temporary projects. Freelance writers don't need any specific education or credentials—just a laptop and a love of language.

Freelance writing jobs can be long term, short term, assignment based, or contract based. Some freelance writers work from home, while others briefly join an internal team's office. As a writer, you'll choose or receive an assignment, conduct factual research, write copy, present drafts to editors, and work with editors to form the finished product.

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Freelance Writer Education and Skills

A college education isn't necessary to become a freelance writer, but many writers have a bachelor's degree in writing, literature, English, communications, or journalism. As long as you have excellent writing skills and are creative, a critical thinker, and have more determination than ink, you have what it takes to be a freelance writer.

As a freelance writer, you'll want to hone your craft by writing every day for your high school or college paper or your own personal blog. Familiarity with different style guides, the principles of search engine optimization, and the basics of HTML and CSS will also help you to be successful. Learn more about how to be a freelancer in this Monster article.

Update Your Freelance Writer Resume

We know you're a great writer, but sometimes even the best battle with writer's block. Don't let the struggle to find the right words stop you from writing that outstanding resume. Instead, use Monster's resume samples and writing tips as inspiration. Although not every freelance writing job will ask for a cover letter, when they do, treat it like a writing sample. A cover letter is a chance to introduce your unique voice and show off your creativity. Triple-check your spelling and grammar—you don't want to apply to a writing job and miss simple mistakes. Check out our sample cover letters and advice for writing cover letters for help along the way.

Don't forget to assemble your best and most recent work into a writing portfolio to submit alongside your other application materials. For more tips, check out his article on how to build a portfolio.

Interviewing for a Freelance Writing Job

Depending on the type of freelance writing jobs you're applying to, you might receive an invitation for an interview. A job interview is the perfect time to elaborate on your background and let your personality shine through. But as a writer, you might feel like you'd do a better job impressing your possible future employer through the written word rather than the spoken word. Not to worry—Monster has put together helpful interview tips and likely interview questions that you can use to prepare strong answers ahead of time. Feel free to write down your responses first before practicing them out loud.

How Much Do Freelance Writing Jobs Pay?

The advantage of being a freelance writer is that you can set your rates, whether they're hourly or by project or word count. The more experience you have and the more extensive your portfolio is, the higher your rate should be. Keep in mind that as a contractor, you'll need to put aside some money out of every paycheck for self-employment taxes. The median salary for a writer in the U.S. is $25.19 per hour. Use our Salary Guide figure out what you might earn in your area.

Searching for New Freelance Writing Jobs? Monster Can Help 

You revised your resume, composed an eloquent cover letter, and rehearsed for an interview. You're ready to start applying to freelance writing jobs. But before you do, be sure to build a profile on Monster so you can connect with recruiters who are looking for the perfect freelances for their clients' projects. Monster makes the freelance hustle just a little easier.