Posted On: August 31, 2016
Media-Related Job
Media Organization: PrepScholar
Company Description
PrepScholar (https://www.prepscholar.com) is the leading online test prep program for the SAT/ACT. We differentiate ourselves from other companies through educational customization -- we believe that all students need customized study plans catering to their individual strengths and weaknesses. As a result, we show dramatically better results and amazing customer satisfaction.
To help students and families through the test prep and admissions processes, we produce the internet's best informational and strategy guides. Our blog supports thousands of articles and millions of monthly views, and we empower students worldwide to achieve their educational goals. We’re now expanding our content efforts into grad exams (GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT) and beyond, and we’re looking for talented writers to create top-notch posts on a wide range of topics.
Job Description
As a writer at PrepScholar, you’ll create the world's leading guides in your domain. You’ll research unfamiliar and complex topics and distill them into clear, actionable guides for your readers to make better decisions. You’ll have an impact on millions of readers worldwide, using our growing national brand to expand your influence.
Your Responsibilities:
+ Write helpful, detailed articles with the goal of educating and empowering readers. Example topics include, "What's a Good LSAT Score?", "GMAT Math Tips: 9 Top Strategies," and "How to Apply to Medical School: Step-by-Step Guide."
+ Given a topic, conduct thorough research to produce a helpful resource containing novel information. You will need to produce content that is above and beyond what is already currently available - this is where your personal experience and research expertise can be uniquely useful.
+ Prepare and edit content to a publication-ready state in the CMS, including formatting text and sourcing images.
+ Research promising topics and propose articles that would help readers.
Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree
+ Experience writing for a wide audience and working with an editor to hone ideas
+ Communicates clearly with colleagues and takes feedback well
+ Self-motivated and enjoys working independently
+ Stellar writing and editing skills, able to produce clean copy quickly
+ Clear, engaging writing style
+ Excellent research skills and excitement for learning about a wide range of topics
+ Knowledge of graduate school admissions or grad exams (GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT) preferred
+ Experience with SEO, WordPress, HTML, editing, or fact-checking a plus
About the Position:
+ The position is designed as full-time freelance, but could be part-time for the right candidate.
+ You'll have a great level of independence to direct your own work.
+ Expected compensation is $45-55k/year, depending on skill and expertise. Benefits include flexible schedule and paid vacation.
+ Our office is in Boston, and you will work remotely with video chat meetings.
To Apply
Please send an email to job.writer.nyu@prepscholar.com with your resume, cover letter, and links to 2-3 published clips.
If relevant, also include your SAT, ACT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, or MCAT scores. We understand these may not be reflective of your current skills.