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My Sunday morning routine of waking up early and writing this newsletter is therapeutic. I’m not sure what it gives me therapy for, but it definitely soothes something.
I’ve moved back to London recently and wow, since I left at the beginning of the pandemic, the city has changed. It’s still as fun as ever… but it feels a bit disjointed; a bit broken.
Prices are as expensive as ever, places are as busy as ever, but are people happy? I’m not sure. Places are busy…but when you go down a side street it all completely dies off. I’m not too sure what I remember, but the infiniteness of London seems…less infinite.
On the other hand, I feel like this anti-climax may come from how global my life has become. This newsletter speaks to 2600+ writers from across the world - mostly from the US actually… and that’s crazy isn’t it? Hearing about different perspectives and touching base with different lives, you realise how significant other parts of the world really are.
I guess it could also be due to domestic politics that are getting in the way. The recent Owen Paterson debacle (lobbying for Randox - him making £100k and them selling $500mn worth of vaccines) definitely makes for a slimy atmosphere (a slippery slope to corruption, some would say) - but to some extent, this exists everywhere.
Maybe it's my seasonal depression, or maybe it’s because I didn't get to see fireworks and got stuck in the protest outside Parliament on Friday, either way, it’ll take me some time to settle back in. Country living was great, but it’s time to dive back in.
In our lives, we make a difference by the things we do - so I’m going to keep busy!
Useful link for the week: London Freelance Rates
Useful link 2: Aidan Mohers article on “How to Pitch and Sell a Freelance Feature Article”
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Remote Writing Jobs
I try to ensure all the positions are well-paid, and if not, they’re helpful in some other way. Our readership varies from new writers to established writers, so some jobs are better for others. Either way, if you have any questions, get in touch with me or the employer, see how you can help, and grow your network! I try to only show remote jobs, but sometimes allow odd interesting jobs to pass through.
Fully Remote Writing Jobs
- Experian is the world’s leading global information services company, unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. Experian is looking for a Data Journalist / Writer to join the team.
- Medium are looking for a Product Marketing Manager to join the Marketing team. This role will help shape the product we create and the stories we tell to generate awareness and adoption.
- The Economist is looking for a a writer to join their team of China correspondents.
- Hunter's marketing team is hiring a Content Manager! You'll have critical responsibilities in Hunter's communication on the blog, social media, and elsewhere on the web.
- SmartAsset is looking for a data journalist to join the growing team and create data studies that shed light on economic trends and financial planning issues.
- Deel is looking for a Jr. Copywriter to join the Brand Team. If you love learning things about new countries, finding unique storytelling perspectives, and oxford commas, this may be the role for you.
- BuzzFeed are hiring a Project Based Freelance Writer!
- Sophos are looking for a full-time Content Writer. As the primary writer within the content marketing team, you will write content for multiple formats including industry reports, white-papers, blog articles, emails, slide decks, and more.
- Luckie is looking for a strong communicator who has strong writing and organizational skills. Someone who is meticulously attentive to detail, curious and motivated.
- The Pill Club is looking for a collaborative and creative thinker with excellent writing skills to elevate storytelling.
- INTERNSHIP: A full-time internship where you will take a hands-on role in executing Reedsy’s content marketing strategy, with a focus on creating blog content to acquire leads.
- YouNow, a live streaming community of over 52 million registered users, is looking for a Sales Representative to join their English Market team. As a member of the marketing team, the copywriter will write and edit copy for different projects including their blog and social media, working closely with the Directors of Strategic and Paid Marketing.
- Dosii helps Universities in achieving their diversity admission goals. They’re looking for a Content Writer & Editor to join the team.
- (NY Position) theSkimm Money is hiring a Senior Finance Editor
- Altus DXP are looking for a freelance technical writer to build out user documentation.
- Uno Re is hiring for both a content, and a technical writer
- BloxStaking is looking for a Content Specialist to join their talented team and help build the decentralized future.
- @wealthofgeeks is looking to hire a freelance entertainment writer to help build topical film/tv evergreen content
Social Media Calls
($1 per word) Amy from @techreview is assigning news and features across every topic they cover.
($50) Anime Herald are looking for articles, especially interviews and general interest pieces.
(Paid) Ritual Motion are looking for 1-2 writers to join, writing 1-4 paid articles per month.
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We’re writers ourselves and know how difficult it can be to find well paid, honest work and at times, you do feel like you’re banging your head against a brick-wall. We’ve tried our best to help, so please let us know how we can help!Hope you have a great week and we’ll speak to you soon!