Gizmorati is seeking for talented and ambitious Writers and Editors to join its team. The Contributing Writer or Editor will be responsible for fact-checking, research, editing and publishing stories. This position is available online.
Job Qualifications:
-Knowledge of the technology, gadgets, social media or the digital world in general;
-Strong fact checking skills
-Strong knowledge of grammar and AP Style
-Excellent writing and communication skills
-Strong familiarity with WordPress (HTML) and social media tools like Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, Digg
-Dedicated and deadline driven
-Highly organized
Sensible Reason is a national music, arts, and politics blog based out of NYC. We are looking for work of high quality in the areas of the arts, music, and politics.
Sensible Reason is able to provide access to press and photo credentials to events if they are needed. We are also able to contact artists, musicians, etc. for interviews. If previews/reviews are done well, there is potential for festival/major event coverage. From there, there is potential for editorial contribution which requires learning in more detail about Word Press and Search Engine Optimization.
We are looking for someone who is a talented and creative writer, is able to meet short deadlines, and is eager to have their opinions heard. Candidates should have unique interests that they would like to bring to the blog and enjoy learning (as tools and techniques in blogging are ever changing).
Please take a look at some of the posts on our website to get an idea if this seems like a right fit for you: http://sensiblereason.com/
You are invited to submit an application (along with your pay rate) to write our 2012 Annual Report. The writer selected can work in-house or off-site. The price quoted should be based on producing a complete final draft by March 31, 2013. HDC will determine the theme and subject matter of the report.
To see previous annual reports online, please visit our website at www.nychdc.com. For consideration, please include credentials, writing samples and compensation requirements.
Also include quotes for the following services:
• Hourly Rate
• Number of hours anticipated to complete assignment, including:
• Research & Interviews as required
• Site Visits (within the five boroughs)
• Minimum of three (3) face-to-face working sessions
• Two (2) Revisions
• Writing 4-5 Sidebars on HDC-selected topics (100-150 words)
• Writing five (5) narratives (up to 750 words each)
Your quote should include any anticipated miscellaneous charges including transportation related to completing the assignment. Please address all inquiries to Christina Sanchez, csanchez@nychdc.com.
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