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Freelance—Todays Teen Online—National, Online

We’re looking for the cream of the crop teen writers. Ages 13-21.

Apply ONLY if:
You’re a teenager between the ages of 13-21.
You know how to write.
You want to learn how to interview celebs or already know how to.
You can commit to sending in at least one article per week.

APPLY BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO Editor@todaysteenonline.com
WITH THE FOLLOWING:

Subject: Writer Application

Your name, age, location.
Your resume, samples of your writing.
A statement letting me know that you are able to commit to sending in AT
THE VERY LEAST one article per week.
You have the ability to download the Skype program (we don’t use video or
voice chat, but we do have a text-based chatroom.)

We offer community service hours, no monetary pay. For teens ONLY.

Posted 06/18/10

The Bedford-Katonah Patch is seeking freelance reporters with strong news
judgement to cover town-specific events, breaking news, investigative
pieces, and feature stories for the site.

Candidates must have prior journalism experience, as well as strong
writing skills and the ability to cultivate relationships with town
officials and residents. Photography experience is a plus; meeting
deadlines is a must. Ideal candidates should live within striking distance
of the town of Bedford, located in Northern Westchester, NY.

For consideration, please respond to this ad with a resume, cover letter
and relevant writing samples. Please include “Bedford-Katonah Patch
Freelance Writer” in the subject line when responding.

Check out Bedford.Patch.com for a glimpse at what we do.

Posted 06/18/10

Outdoor Life seeks talented freelance designer. Candidate must have 2+
years of design experience in an editorial environment, be organized,
self-motivated, an excellent communicator and work well in a collaborative
environment. Must be proficient in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and,
eventually, InCopoy. Duties include design of departments, special sections
and some features, depending on level of experience.

Posted 06/18/10

Looking for an Assistant Web Producer with a technology/web background for
help with various online projects. Photo experience a plus.

Must have:
Bachelors degree in Computer Technology, Journalism, English,
Communications or New Media preferred
MUST have thorough knowledge of HTML, blogging platforms and SEO
practices
At least 2 years of web experience working with a content management
system
Magazine or other publication experience
Knowledge of Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Word & Excel
Strong editing and writing skills
Strong organizational skills and solid work ethic
Ability to take directions, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and
multi-task
Interest in health topics

Please do not apply if you are not IMMEDIATELY available to work in NYC.
Posted 06/17/10

Oxford, Conn.-based Zackin Publications Inc., the publisher of five print
business-to-business trade magazines and related Web-based products, is
seeking a full-time, on-site editorial assistant. This entry-level position
primarily involves proofreading duties, as well as copy editing. Strong
candidates will be placed on a track for writing assignments and positions
of greater responsibility.

Candidates must have excellent proofreading skills, a solid command of the
English language and strong writing skills, as well as be detail-oriented
and organized. A degree in English or a related field is required, along
with experience in a publishing or writing environment.
Posted 06/17/10

Rodale Inc. is currently seeking an Editorial Assistant for the New York City office. This person will provide editorial and administrative support to the Men’s Health and Women’s Health team. The ideal candidate is organized and detail-oriented, has a professional manner and exceptional oral and written communication skills. We are seeking someone that is creative and has a can-do attitude! Previous administrative work and publishing experience is strongly preferred. Responsibilities include: - Drafting correspondence and fielding phone calls - Trafficking of internal materials - Opening/distributing mail - Ordering books/manuals/office supplies - General office support to the art/edit staff in NY - Process T&E expenses - Prepare items needed for TV segments - Editorial research for blogs Ideal candidate will possess: - Bachelor’s degree - At least one year of experience working as an editorial assistant /intern - Excellent verbal/written communication skills - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Ability to work as a member of a team - Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks.

Posted 6/16/10

Full-time Associate Art Director needed for Bridal Guide Magazine. We are a national, bimonthly, bridal magazine, focusing on all topics related to weddings-flowers, cakes, honeymoon, travel, receptions, fashion and beauty. We are looking for a creative, detail-orientated designer with excellent typography skills and 4+ years experience in a consumer magazine art department. Must be proficient in InDesign and Photoshop and have experience with still-life photo shoots and photo research. Must be highly organized and able to work on many projects simultaneously while helping to meet closing and shoot deadlines.

Posted 6/16/10

We’re looking for entertaining bloggers to write for Poponthepop. You must
do some TV show episode recaps, preferably for reality TV shows.

GO TO POPONTHEPOP.COM BEFORE YOU APPLY to make sure that you’re the right
fit. If interested, send me the following information in an email:

What websites do you visit daily?
What magazines do you read?
What are your favorite gossip blogs and why?

Send your resume along with THREE CELEBRITY GOSSIP WRITING SAMPLES. Not
everyone can write humor or celebrity gossip, but maybe you can, so please
apply.

This is an unpaid position for the first 60 days which will be your trial
period. If we both agree that you’re the right fit, you will be hired and
compensated accordingly.

Posted 6/16/10

CA Creative is a forward-thinking, hands-on creative agency. We
conceptualize and produce fresh online content and cultivate a strong
social media presence, always keeping the end goals in mind: engaging
users, building audience loyalty and bringing brands to life.

Currently seeking an editorial assistant.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualizing, writing, editing, and publishing online content
including blog posts, editorial features, videos, and more
• Organizing structured monthly edit calendars
• Coming up with story ideas for edit calendars and special editorial
packages
• Working directly with clients to maintain sites, implement
improvements, and ensure client satisfaction
• Photo research
• Assist in producing fashion editorial shoots

Posted 6/16/10

New York Magazine is looking for a freelancer in the photo department of
the print magazine. We are looking for someone to start June 28 for about
two months, possibly longer. Pay is DOE.

Posted 6/16/10

A well known women’s magazine is looking for experienced freelance
fact-checkers to work on a special project. I was told the pay is
competitive and is a telecommuting position.

Posted 06/15/10

NORTHSTAR Travel Media, LLC is seeking an Associate Editor for our
award-winning Business Travel News media brand.

Responsibilities:
• File breaking news reports and on-site reports
• Identify trends
• Attend assigned industry events
• Produce the equivalent of one to two front-page stories and several
inside pieces per issue
• Enterprise and break stories through supplier and buyer contacts
• Attain comprehensive industry knowledge and build industry presence
• Develop story ideas and angles for news features
• Produce two online stories per day

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• College degree
• 3-5 years of reporting and editing experience
• Must be able to determine what is news, identify trends and gear
coverage toward our readers

Posted 06/11/10

Web-based freelance writer

• Proficient writer, able to write quickly with little edit needed
• Word Press knowledge is a MUST.
• Some coverage of red-carpet events.
• Must work in-office, non-negotiable.

Posted 06/10/10

Editorial Director, Oxygen.com (Maternity Leave Cover, 3-5 months)

The Editorial Director provides strategic oversight and manages the execution of all editorial aspects of oxygen.com, bringing creativity and innovation to the Oxygen digital brand. Additionally, the Editorial Director is responsible for editing and writing, developing concepts for editorial projects, setting standards for community and user-generated content, managing the editorial schedule, and creating a strong overall editorial voice.

Essential Responsibilities

Provide editorial guidance for digital direct marketing materials.

Analyze site statistics and Internet research tools to maximize site traffic

Work project managers to oversee projects & staff writers

Manage editorial scheduling to increase efficiency and ensure that deadlines are met.

Keep up with the latest and liveliest digital innovations and propose implementations that match Oxygen’s goals and style.

Help set and maintain standards for digital content management to simplify content creation and increase ease of access for viewers.

Motivate the editorial staff to be creative and maintain high editorial standards.

Develop digital projects that encourage viewer contributions, and find innovative, effective ways to manage viewer-generated content.

Qualifications/Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree

Minimum 8 years of editorial experience

Minimum 2 years as a manager of digital editorial projects

Posted 06/10/10

The iVillage.com HOME Associate Editor/Producer is responsible for editing, writing and producing content on this daily-updated vertical. A passion and knowledge for the home decorating/gardening space is critical, as well as online editorial Experience.

Responsibilities include:

Conceiving, writing, editing and publishing online content, including frequent blog posts, slide shows, special features and more

Assigning and editing stories from freelancers

Writing promotional copy for web section’s home page and landing pages

Coming up with story ideas for editorial calendar and special editorial packages

Researching and reviewing book excerpts for possible use on the site

Monitoring online communities

Building and updating content pages and tools

Working with tech staff to maintain the site, fix bugs and implement improvements

Qualifications

3-4 years of web content, Internet or editorial experience

Exceptionally strong writing, editing, and copy editing skills (a very strong copy-editing eye is a must)

Voracious appetite for home related topics, including deep knowledge of market of of competitive websites

Speedy decision-making and quick reactions to newsworthy/fresh topics

Experience with content management systems and blog platforms

Bachelor’s Degree (Journalism, English or Communications preferred)

Blogging experience and familiarity with top home design bloggers

Desired

Strong organizational skills and solid work ethic

Passion for home, décor, gardening

Understanding how women use the web to find information and support

Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines

Ability to take directions well and provide self-direction

Hands-on motivated player

HTML is a plus

This Freelance position will last at minimum 6 weeks, but will have opportunity to go longer. This will be ONSITE in NYC, NY (Chelsea Area). This position will start immediately
Posted 06/10/10

Are you a strong writer/editor with a passion for women’s issues? Are
you a resident of the tri-state New York area? This is not a virtual job.
Womenworking.com is seeking a full-time writer/editor. Responsibilities
include managing interns, writing and editing content for the website and
our newsletters. Must be: excellent writer, have three or more years of
formal work experience writing/editing copy, strong organizational and
people skills. A sense of humor is a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft Office
and Excel are required, HTML a plus. Salary: $40-50,000.00 depending upon
experience.
Posted 06/10/10

MinxSociety.com is a website featuring the hippest of the hip for all
minxes in Los Angeles.

The definition of a Minx is elusive. But that is the very essence of a
Minx; she doesn’t fit into any mold. She is enigmatic, iconic,
independent, and intelligent. Nothing fazes her; she’s calm and
collected. She’s mastered the art of getting whatever she wants. They
stand out.

Interested in writing for us? Check out our site! Write 10 articles; start
receiving compensation on your 11th ($20 per write-up as short as 250
words). Join our team, come to parties with us.

Every week, we will send you hip topic suggestions, and you will send us
your picks and any hip suggestions you have. From there, upload your story
and images onto the site. It’s simple.

***Currently looking for MUSIC/ART/FASHION writers***

Posted 6/9/10

Funderstanding.com is an educational website that aims to provide deep
learning opportunities for young learners. The site provides information
for educators, students and teachers.

We seek freelance writers to contribute posts on a variety of educational
topics.

Topics range from articles about the brain to educational toy guides and
lesson plans.

The site is about to be completely redesigned after 14 years and it is an
exciting time to contribute.

The ideal writer will have a background in teaching, a degree in
education, or experience as a writer on educational topics.

SI.com is looking for an editorial assistant who will have
both administrative & newsroom duties. The person will be responsible for a
variety of tasks including answering phones & scheduling appointments for
the managing editor; assisting the staff with various admin requests;
become integrated in the newsroom with the potential production & posting
of stories (including editing copy, writing headlines, subheds & captions),
galleries and multimedia (video &podcasts); research & fact-checking for
projects short-and long-term; The candidate should have a degree in
journalism & must be a sports fanatic. Knowledge of photoshop is a plus.
The job is temporary (about one year) but could lead to a full-time
position, and the candidate should expect to work 32 hours per week.

Posted 6/9/10

The Editorial Assistant coordinates a wide range of editing and assisting duties.

Essential Job Functions

45% assists editors with research, interviews, and project management. Assists with fact checking; creating, tracking, and processing writer contracts and payments.
30% contributes to magazine and website: compiles, pitches, researches and writes short items.
15% contributes to Parents.com: creates and builds Parents landing page each issue using Interwoven; chooses stories to feature in flash display; writes SEO-friendly copy; updates polls, interactive features, photos and archived content; blogs at least once weekly.
10% performs miscellaneous duties including tracking new book titles and heading up interaction with all major publishers to call in the latest titles and catalogs. Attends press events.

Minimum Qualifications:
All must be met to be considered.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field or equivalent training and/or experience.

Experience:
Job or internship at magazine or web site preferred.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge and demonstrated expertise in digital media.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to interact responsibly and kindly with readers and experts.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Solid understanding of online community features and potential of community generated content.
Proficiency with InCopy helpful.

Posted 6/8/10

Senior Editor, Print/Digital
• Help conceive editorial lineups, assign articles to freelancers, and
edit the print version of the magazine.
• Similar duties for website updates (four annually) and ezines (eight
annually), and related administrative and management duties.
Minimum qualifications:
• Undergraduate degree in Journalism or English.
• At least five years experience in an editorial role at a consumer or
custom publication.
• Broad knowledge of travel industry and experience in travel writing
required.
• Online editorial experience a must.
• Social media expertise preferred.

Posted 6/8/10

Dowden Custom Media is looking for a Senior Editor to work in its Montvale, N.J., office on the creation of custom health publications and associated online products.
Seven years of experience editing and writing health and wellness content for consumer audiences is required. A firm knowledge of scheduling, project management and
team dynamics, including management of staff members and freelancers, is a must. Other core requirements include client-interaction skills and proven experience juggling
multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications or related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
Ability to collaborate well with editors and designers.

We offer a friendly, progressive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance and vision coverage, tuition assistance and 401(k).

Posted 6/8/10

Yodle, a consumer education website, is looking for ad copywriters. Ads are 150 to 200 words using SEO keywords and are paid at $5 an ad. Most make $250 to $500 a month. It is a consistent gig so you’ll have the chance to make money each month and gain some clips.

Posted 06/7/2010

The Associate Editor works on key areas on Parents.com, including news and lifestyle content, and plays a vital role in developing a robust Parents online community. This position collaborates with print staff to bring best-in-class ideas to Parents.com. The Associate Editor also:
-Develops and executes editorial material
-Assists in the creation of innovative tools and services
-Leverages metrics to research and ensure editorial plans align with consumer needs
-Monitors competitor activities in the category and implements strategies to maintain a leadership position.

Requirements:
-Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience
-Minimum two years experience writing or editing for a media brand
-Direct digital experience preferred
-Excellent written/verbal communication skills
-Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
-Knowledge of and/or demonstrated experience in digital media
-Excellent collaboration skills
-Creative thinker who can work cross-platform

Posted 06/7/10

Rodale, a leading health and wellness content company, is looking to hire a long-term freelance/temporary digital photo editor to join a nimble and motivated team of designers and editors in the launch and running of a new diet and fitness site. This person must possess a keen eye for quality photography and the ability to research and find creative image solutions for online editorial content.

Responsibilities:

-Research images by working with a number of stock agencies to evaluate and purchase images, track budget and build relationships with existing and new image providers

-Initially research and optimize a high volume of images for site launch, then provide daily site photo research to meet ongoing site photo needs

-Work closely with design and editorial staff to maintain standards of excellence for the editorial product

-Ensure that stock and assignment rates stay within approved guidelines

-Create engaging photo galleries for editorial use

Requirements:

-Digital experience researching stock for multiple online daily content needs

-At least 2 years of professional experience in the researching daily photo needs for online news or the magazine content field

-Must have experience with image manipulation and optimizing through Adobe Photoshop

-Microsoft Excel experience for tracking is a plus.

-Key wording and tagging is strongly preferred

-Candidate should be highly detail-oriented, well organized and possess good communication skills

-Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V

Posted 05/4/10