Freelance Writer - Travel at Static Media

Steady freelance work that pays on time! Static Media is seeking enthusiastic, hard-working freelance writers to join our news team at Islands. Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience writing content for print or the web with a focus on travel, trip planning, and destinations. We are looking for creative individuals who are self-sufficient and versatile. These positions are work-from-home with flexible, stable hours. Location does not matter; U.S. and international candidates are encouraged to apply.

About Islands

Islands is on a mission to simplify travel planning and empower you to navigate the world with confidence and ease. Whether it's a romantic escape to a tropical destination, a solo excursion to a national park, or embarking on an unforgettable family cruise, we take the guesswork out of the planning process and offer guidance for every step of your next big dream vacation.

News Writer Responsibilities:

• Claim news and evergreen article topics from a selection of assignments
• Pitch relevant and timely news stories related to the site's areas of coverage
• Research and write 300- to 900-word articles in a custom CMS
• Write content on a quick turnaround as applicable
• Follow the guidelines of our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to uphold quality of content

What We Offer:

• Compensation: $21 per hour
• Reliable payment: we pay on time, twice a month
• Flexible scheduling: you choose the days and hours you work
• Fully remote: you can work from anywhere in the world
• 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 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 brief cover letter
• Three professional writing samples relevant to the content shared on Islands

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.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Experience:

• professional writing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote