Freelance Writing Jobs for October 29, 2009

Getting down to the wire. All those last minute, end of the month details need tending to. What are some of the things you take care of at the end of the month in order to make a positive beginning when the new month starts?

Here’s what’s new around the network:

• Freelance Writing and the Big Screen TV Factor
• 10 Ways to Stop Multitasking
• How to Become a Grant Writer: Part 2 – Never Write a Grant “On Commission”
• The Ins and Outs of Lines
• Double D’s

Enjoy today’s leads…

Content and Web Writing Jobs

1. Writers for Click Work (To be honest, I’m not sure how this works.)
2. Editorial Freelancing – WordFirm
3. Writers for Street Authority
4. Financial Writers - Street Authority – $12/article
5. Social Change Career Guides - Change.org
6. Telecommuting Writers and Editors- LoveToKnow
7. Freelance Writer – Barnes & Noble Spark Notes
8. 25 Student Loan Consolidation Articles Needed
9. Travel Writers for CaribbeanEdge.com
10. Freelance Writers for Bright Hub
11. Motorcycle Media Writer
12. Writer for Website – Dallas/Irving
13. Help Writing Content for Ads and Websites

Blogger Jobs

1. Be a Blogger for Change.org

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

1. Content Editors – Northend Networks
2. Managing Medical Editor
3. Website Content Editor
4. Quality Assurance Editors & Proofreaders – SpectraMedi
5. News Editor - Irving, TX

Copywriting Jobs

1. Part Time Copywriter - Los Angeles
2. Freelance Direct Response Copywriter
3. Agency Copywriter – Grand Rapids – MI
4. PR & Copywriting – San Diego
5. Interactive Copywriter – Dallas TX
6. Pharmaceutical Advertising Copywriters – Philadelphia
7. Freelance Part Time Copywriter - Alabama
8. Creative Copywriter – Princeton NJ
9. Copywriter – Organic & Eco-Friendly Living

Technical Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Technical Writer - Troy MI

Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

1. Sales Proposal Writer - NYC
2. Writer for Small Business Plan – Hermosa Beach
3. Business Plan – NYC – $150

Resume Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Resume Writers- CyberEdit

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Writer – Fashion & Travel
2. Freelance Writer - T.D. Monthly – Scroll down for freelance listing
3. Writers for CopyDesk
4. Technology Marketing Writer - Full Telecommute
5. Online Writing Lab Tutor
6. Analysts – $40 – $50/hour – Click N Work
7. Financial Accounting Writer - NYC
8. Freelance Editor/Writer – NYC
9. 4 to 6 Writers Needed - Not sure about pay
10. Freelance Writer for Web Based Educational Company - Westchester NY
11. Essay Writer Needed
12. Writer Needed for Healthcare Topics
13. Business Writer/Editor
14. Real Estate Writer - Macomb County
15. Large Vehicle Troubleshooting – Sealy TX
16. Looking for a Medical Writer – Los Angeles
17. Women Comedy Writers – Los Angeles
18. Seeking Creative Writers - Los Angeles
19. Call for Book Reviewers
20. Student Journal Seeking Writers – NYC
21. Bio for Up and Coming Writer

International & Foreign Language Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Culture Writers -Auburn Hills MI

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

1. Muscle & Fitness Writers for Hers Magazine
2. Freelance Writers for Event and Entertainment Magazine Articles – Atlanta
3. Pith Magazine
4. Creative Talented Writers Needed - Detriot

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Freelance Writing Jobs for October 5, 2009

It’s Monday, the beginning of a new week and a clean slate. Hope it’s a good start for you.

I want to congratulate a friend of FWJ, Sandy Mitchel, on publishing her second book. Sandy has been a member of this community for years and we worked many of the same places. It’s a treat to be able to witness Sandy’s success. Check out “Cleveland’s Slavic Village” and support a long time member of the FWJ community.

Here’s what’s new around the network:

• Is Writer’s Block an Excuse for Procrastination?
• 8 Places to Network Offline
• Weekend News and Awesomeness
• Winning the Fight but Losing the Customer
• Blog Contests: Bribery or Motivation?

Leads…

Beyond Communications – Small Business Promotions

We have an immediate need for freelance writers/bloggers to write for our small business clients websites & blogs. Acceptance would include writing web site content, blogging (daily), and submitting content into Wordpress blogs & Joomla CMS based platforms. SEO awareness is a must, and we will keep those onboard whom put out good, clean work.

Payment amount will be negotiated and based on a per-post, or per-month, basis. Serious inquiries with examples in English only, please.

freelance@beyondcommunications.[us]

Content Writing Jobs

1. Article Writer - Richmond
2. Freelance Content Writer – El Paso
3. Content Writer for Internet Startup
4. Web Content – Las Vegas – $25/hour
5. Writer for Wikipedia Page
6. Content Writer Needed Immediately - Altamont

Blogger Jobs

1. Tech Blogger at Unique Phones
2. Facebook & Blogging – Central Arizona
3. Real Estate Blogger - Park City UT
4. Writer/Blogger - Los Angeles
5. Celebrity Blogger Wanted
6. Writer for Hispanic Food Blog
7. Freelance Blogger & Web Copywriter - St Louis

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

1. Editor - Remote OK
2. Freelance (Temporary) Editorial Assistant – The Woodlands, TX
3. Freelance Copyeditor – Chicago
4. Freelance Proofreader – NYC
5. Soviet Memoir Needs Editor
6. Editorial Assistant
7. Professional Editor for Fitness Book

Copywriting Jobs

1. Freelance Marketing Copywriter - NYC
2. Freelance Copywriter – NYC
3. Freelance Copywriter - East Windsor CT
4. Copywriter – Dallas
5. Freelance Online Product Copywriter - Columbus
6. Copywriter for Web - NYC
7. Senior Copywriter - Contract – Austin
8. Copywriter - Chatsworth CA
9. Website Copywriters – $700 – $1800/week (Nice work if you can get it.)
10. Copywriter - Seasonal Work – Philadelphia
11. Freelance Copywriters/Editors - Tampa Bay

Journalism Jobs

1. Freelance Writer - Central Arkansas
2. Freelance Reporter – San Diego

Technical Writing Jobs

1. Technical/Medica Writer – Clarity Consultants
2. Technical Writer - Costa Mesa
3. Tech Writer – Contractor  – Redwood City

Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

1. Grant Writer - Healthcare Field
2. Professional for Proposal/Business Plan
3. Professional Business Plan Writer
4. Business Plan – Emeryville

Travel Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Travel Writers – Destination 360

Food Writing Jobs

1. Writer/Editor for Cookbook
2. Food/Nutrition Writer

Sports Writing Jobs

1. Humorous UNC Sports Writer - (Pay is low – not sure how low?)
2. Experienced Sports Journalists – Boston Area
3. Sports Writer – Orange County
4. Sports Writer - San Diego – $20/article

Resume Writing Jobs

1. Resume Writer Needed

Education & Academic Writing Jobs

1. Math Question Writer- Greater Houston Area
2. Practice (Medical) Question Writer - Los Angeles

Script & Screen Writers

1. Script Writer Needed – Arlington TX
2. Screen Writers Wanted

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Researcher/Writer at Novarica
2. Quality Freelance Writer – Williamsport
3. Freelance Writer – Long Island
4. Writer for Press Releases – Northern CA
5. Writer for a Variety of Projects
6. Freelance Political Writer
7. Article Writers Wanted – Denver
8. Writers Required
9. Freelance Writer for Fashion Accessory Firm - Los Angeles
10. Writer Needed for Historic Postcards – NYC
11. Business Writing – Financial Industry
12. Artful People to Write Articles - Philadelphia
13. Ebook Help Needed
14. Writer/Editor for Website - San Diego
15. Tax Writer for Web Startup
16. Quality Article Writers

International Freelance and Foreign Language Writing Jobs

1. Native German Writers – Arizona
2. Health Site Seeks Marketing Copywriter – Toronto
3. Japanese Editor/Copywriter - Oahu
4. Looking for Someone Who Speaks, Reads and Writes French – Miami

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

1. Dollars and Sense – Writers Guidelines
2. Gray’s Sporting Journal – Editorial Guidelines
3. Writers Needed for Music and Entertainment Publication
4. Alive Magazine Looking for Experienced Freelance Writers – St Louis

See 44 Places to Find Freelance Writing Jobs for a list of where I search for jobs each day.

Good luck!

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Freelance Writing Jobs for September 29, 2009

I spent most of yesterday trying to get into a gmail account which, for some reason, wouldn’t allow me in. Frustration. Thanks for your patience, by the way. I’m still catching up from my trip and there are  a lot of leads to go through. I’m sure I’ll be posting earlier as my workload gets back to normal. Some news:

• If you’ve been considering attending the Copywriting Success Summit, please note October 1 is the last day you can take advantage of the $100 discount. After that all tickets will be full price. Here’s my original post regarding the summit, in case you think you might be interested.

• Good news – the FWJ forum is back! It’s sort of in beta right now, but do feel free to browse, chat and sign up. This forum is by popular request so I hope you’ll all become frequent, productive members. This is a soft launch. Once I have all the folders up, etc., I ‘ll make a full fledged announcement. You’re welcome to jump right in though.
• There’s a Facebook Fan Page for FWJ now, sign up if you’d like!

Leads…

Content Writing Jobs

1. Financial Writer Needed for Website
2. Content Writers for Websites – $25/page

Blogger Jobs

1. Email Marketing Blogger
2. Austin Blogger
3. Corporate Blogger Wanted – NYC
4. Bloggers Needed - $30/post
5. Funny Chicago Blogger Wanted – $75/post
6. Automotive Blogger for Guest Fill In Work
7. Bloggers Wanted – KC MO – $30/post
8. Gaming and Technology Bloggers - Las Vegas
9. Restaurant & Catering Supplies Blogger
10. Natural Health Blog – Breast Cancer Prevention

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

1. Freelance Copyeditor - Boston
2. Freelance Copyeditor - Canton MA
3. Editor Needed – Boston
4. Managing Editor – Hawaii – TElecommute OK
5. Technology Editor - NYC
6. Freelance Proofreader – NYC

Copywriting Jobs

1. Freelance Copywriter - Dallas
2. Freelance Copywriter – NYC
3. Freelance Copywriter - Paramus
4. Freelance Copywriter - New Albany OH
5. Copywriters Wanted
6. Copywriter – Dallas
7. Copywriter for Brochure – Oahu

Journalism Jobs

1. Freelance News Reporters – The Washington Times
2. Freelance Tabloid Writer – Thomasville GA

Education and Academics

1. Freelance Test Question Writers
2. Education Freelance Writer - Poughkeepsie

Technical Writing Jobs

1. Technical Writer Wanted

Ghost Writing Jobs

1. Ghostwriter Wanted for Supernatural Thriller
2. Proposal WRiter – NYC

Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

1. Grant/Proposal Writer – Central OH
2. GRant Writer Wanted for Two Projects
3. Grant Writer – Portland/Happy Valley

Sports Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Sports WRiters

Resume Writing Jobs

1. Experienced Resume Writers
2. Resume Writer Needed
3. Resume Writer Needed
4. REsume Writer Needed – L.A.
5. REsume Writer Wanted

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Writer for Womenetics
2. Writer/Analyst
3. How to Articles - $15/article
4. Editor/Writer - Can’t tell if this is freelance or full time.
5. Freelance Writers Wanted - $200
6. Freelance News REporter/Announcer – $25/hour
7. Research/Writer/Real Estate Expertise
8. Sales Writer Wanted – $200/week
9. Articles Wanted - $100/article
10. Top Notch Writer
11. Science Writer Wanted
12. Advertising Material/Media Kit – Phoenix

International Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Ghost Writer for Entrepreneur Book – Mississaugua
2. English Book Editor Sought – Mumbai

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

1. Redbook Magazine – Guidelines
2. Writers Wanted for Regional Healthcare Magazine – Western MA -$100 – $350
3. Animal Wellness – Guidelines
4. Experience Life – Guidelines
5. Moment - Guidelines
6. Freelance Writers for Online Magazines
7. Freelance Writers for Working World Magazine
8. Freelance Writers for Working Nurse Magazine

Lots of good luck to you!

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Freelance Writing Jobs for September 15, 2009

Can you believe September is half over? I don’t want to get all cliche on you, but darn, time’s been passing quickly. Speaking of time passing, I’m getting very exciting about a launch of a new blog for the FWJ network. I can’t wait until October 1st!

Here are some of the discussions going on around the Freelance Writing Jobs network. I hope you’ll take some time to add your thoughts and comments:

• Freelance Writing Bloggers: Who is Right?
• Rants: Informative or Unhinged?
• 10 Important Things to Consider When Applying to Freelance Writing Jobs
• Tip of the Day: From Niche Writer to Expert
• The Best of FWJ: 15 Blog Posts About Rates
• Exploring Web Content and Web Content Sites
• Understanding the Freelance Writing Market
• 5 Tips on How to Ask a Freelance Writing Client for More Work
• Signs of the Times (Misspelled signs)

Today is the last day to enter the FWJ photo contest.

Leads…

Content Writing Jobs

1. About.com is looking for freelance writers (not guides) – Thanks to Jodee for this link.
2. Articles & Blog Posts - Utah State University (student jobs)
3. Article Writer Wanted – $17/hour
4. Freelance Windsurfing Article Writer
5. Freelance Writers Needed – $35/article
6. Content Writers Wanted
7. Content Writer – Health Insurance
8. Website Content Writer

Blogger Jobs

1. Experienced Tech Blogger Wanted
2. Wanted: Obsessive Gossip Girl Viewer
3. Blogger Wanted - $50/post
4. Nightlife Writer/Blogger - St.Pete

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

1. Editor- Reading/Language Arts – Edison Research
2. Managing Editor - Louise Blouin Media – Temporary fill in for editor on maternity leave. Might be a good way to get a foot it? – NYC
3. Fiction Specialists Wanted – BookEditing.com
4. Copyeditor/Proofreader - Nashville

Copywriting Jobs

1. Freelance Sr. Health Copywriter – Digitas – NYC
2. Freelance Copywriter – NYC

Journalism Jobs

1. Freelance Writers for Bilingual Newspaper – Albuquerque/Santa Fe
2. Writer - Social Events in Las Vegas
3. Journalists Needed
4. Freelance Reporter - Depford NJ

Technical Writing Jobs

1. Technical Writer – 3 to 6 month project – Virginia
2. Technical Writer – 3 month contract – Washington DC
3. Technical Writer – 3 month contract – Lake Bluff IL

Ghost Writing Jobs

1. Ghost Writer - Portland ME
2. Ghost Writer Needed – $1000
3. Seeking Ghost Writer – Falls Church VA

Food Writing Jobs

1. Talented Writer with Background in Cuisine – .05/word
2. Food Bloggers for Eater.com/Miami

Sports Writing Jobs

1. Sports Reporter - Cedar Park/Leander – $40/article

Resume Writing Jobs

1. Need a REsume – Raleigh

Foreign Language Jobs

1. Freelance Portuguese Translator/Editor
2. Cambodian Translator/Interpreter – Asheville
3. Temporary Translator – Clear Lake TX
4. Spanish Copyeditors/Copywriters
5. French Copyeditors/Copywriters
6. Foreign Language Copywriters/editors

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Short Stories Wanted – $50/accepted submission
2. Medical Writer - Lake Bluff IL
3. Looking for Non Fiction Writers
4. Freelance Writers - Honolulu
5. Writer/Interviewer Needed in Dallas – $75
6. Sales Writer - Kansas City – $1500/month
7. Funny Kid Sayings Wanted
8. Attorney Needs Help with Book - Las Vegas
9. Writer/Proofreader/Transcriber/Editor - Los Angeles
10. Financial Article Writer
11. Writer Interviewer Needed in South Florida
12. Writers Required - $200 – $300/week
13. Writer Interviewer Needed in NYC – $75
14. Writing and Basic Research – Paramus
15. Experienced Writer Needed – Raleigh/Chapel Hill
16. Freelance Writer - Music including Latino

International Freelance Writing Jobs

1. HomeWorker Magazine - Guidelines
2. Experienced Freelance Writer - Toronto
3. Book Editor – Toronto
4. Lifestyle Focused Writing for Women’s Publication

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

1. Youth Today - Submission Guidelines – $150 – $2,000
2. Sew News – Guidelines – $50 – $500
3. CKI Magazine - Guidelines – $100 – $500
4. Tourism/Hospitality Writer Wanted

Good luck – and thanks so much for sharing your experiences with other writers.

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Freelance Writing Jobs for September 11, 2009

9/11 was one of the deciding factors in my leaving my full time job to become a freelance writer. Soon after witnessing the attacks on the World Trade Center, my husband and I learned we were pregnant. We didn’t think we wanted to raise our child in New York City. After 9/11 and 30 years of living there, I knew I had enough of the city and all the negativity that surrounds it. While I probably would have made the decision to leave my job eventually, 9/11 cinched things for us. Some people see today as anniversary. I see it as a disturbing but important memory, one that led to so many levels of change for so many people.

Here’s to positive change for all of us.

New on the home page: Are you writing or rewriting?

Leads…

Content Writing Jobs

1. SEO Writer Wanted
2. Writers Wanted for Web Content, Blog, Ebooks, etc.
3. Article Writers Needed- $400/week
4. Content Strategist – Atlanta
5. Website Writers Wanted – $175 – $200

Blogger Jobs

1. Ghost Writer for Internet Marketing Blog – $30 – $50/post
2. Technology Blogger for Landing Page Interactive
3. Eco Blogger - $25/post
4. Shopping Blogger
5. Looking for Passionate Mac/Apple Users
6. Real Estate Blogger – Lofts.com – Boston
7. Blogger for Outdoor Adventure Site
8. Blogger Wanted – $10/post
9. Green Lifestyle Blogger
10. Blogger for Tribal Art Gallery

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

1. Freelance Copyeditor - Newtown PA
2. Freelance Proofreader – Chicago
3. Freelance Copyeditor – Los Angeles
4. Bilingual Spanish Copyeditor – Malibu
5. Short Story Editor- Hollywood
6. Freelance Managing Editor – NYC

Press Releases and Publicity

1. Press Release Writer

Copywriting Jobs

1. Senior Level Copywriter – NYC
2. Freelance Copywriter – Cincinnati
3. Freelance Copywriter - Chicago
4. Interactive Copywriter - Contract – Charlestown MA
5. Freelance Copywriter NYC
6. Copywriter – Contract – Waltham MA
7. Copywriter for Adult Website

Ghost Writing Jobs

1. Ghost Writer or Editor for Self Help Book

Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

1. Grant Writer Wanted - DFW

Travel Writing Jobs

1. Travel Writer with Sass, Humor & Wit

Education/Academic Writing Jobs

1. Instructional Facilitator
2. History Website Seeks Research Article on Korean Independence Movement – $90

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Article Writer Wanted
2. Writer Needed - $10/page
3. Remote Full time Writer Wanted – Houston
4. Game Writer
5. Gameday MD Seeks Freelance Writers

International Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Review Writers -London
2. Part Time Entertainment Reporter – Digital Spy – UK
3. Real Estate Copywriter – Toronto
4. Website Content Writer/Editor – Vancouver
5. Web Content - Kelowna
6. Grant Writer - London

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

1. Natives People. 30/word
2. Maine Info - .02/word
3. Limousine Digest – .25/word

Good luck and have a great weekend!

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Freelance Writing Jobs for September 10, 2009

Isn’t it funny how the seasons affect the mood? I find myself at my best during spring and summer but once autumn kicks in I’m not as buoyant. I don’t get the winter blues or anything like that, but I do mourn the lack of warmth and long, sunny days. I woke up this morning and it was dark out. The wind was blowing and there’s inclement weather in the forecast. I’d much rather be typing this while sitting in my sunny office with the windows open. Instead, the drapes are drawn and the wind is my soundtrack. It makes such a difference, doesn’t it?

Here are some posts you may have missed from around the Freelance Writing Jobs network.

• 10 Reasons Why Old School Writers (Including Me) Need to Lighten Up
• 10 Empowerment Tips for Freelance Writers
• 8 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Weight for Freelance Writers
• Common Work at Home Freelancer Mistakes
• Ask, Ask, Ask Your Way to More Freelance Writing JObs
• Why a Targeted Job Search Works Best
• The Funniest Blogs on the Internet
• Spelling is for Loosers

Don’t forget, there’s now a new section for our international freelance writing friends. Speaking of international writers, many freelance writers from other countries wrote to me asking if there was some way to write for Demand Studios as they don’t accept non-American writers. I’m happy to report this is something they’re working on and they hope to have a plan in place in another month or two.

Featured Gig:

GardenGuides.com is looking for freelance writers.

GardenGuides.com has been a leader in online gardening information for over 8 years, catering to everyone from new gardeners to seasoned professionals.

As the main content supplier for GardenGuides.com, Demand Studios is looking for writers who are gardening experts and enthusiasts.

Read more

Leads…

Content Writing Jobs

1. Local Content & Advice Needed for Renters - Retawiki – Houston
2. Fitness Equipment Reviews – Only a weekly rate is listed. Make sure the end justifies the means.
3. Not for Tourists is Looking for Miami Freelance Writers
4. Writer for a Variety of Topics

Blogger Jobs

1. Blogger/Writer
2. Bloggers for Furniture Company – City of Industry – $15/post
3. Bloggers/Writers – $100
4. Comedy Writer for College Blog - $20/post
5. Bloggers Wanted – $20/post
6. Blogger Wanted – Restaurant Industry

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

1. Mobile Editor – Babelgum  – NYC
2. Freelance Academic Editors
3. Proofreader/Copyeditor – NYC
4. IFS Freelance Editor - Princeton
5. Virtual Editors - $150/manuscript
6. Editor for 1000 Page Novel
7. Freelance Editorial Assistance – $25/hour
8. Looking for Experienced Editor

Copywriting Jobs

1. Copywriter with Extensive White Paper Experience - Houston
2. Copywriters for Healthcare Company – NYC
3. Freelance Creative Director – Razorfish -San Francisco
4. Online Copywriter – eCommerce – Wellesley
5. Copywriter for Busy Ad Agency – El Segundo
6. Copywriter Needed for Point of Purchase Video

Academic/Education Jobs

1. Curriculum Writer - Elementary Education/Environmental Issues

Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

1. Detailed Grant Writer Wanted
2. Business Plan Writer Needed

Sports Writing Jobs

1. NFL Correspondents

Research Gigs

1. REsercher - Ann Arbor
2. Research for Business Book
3. Online Research & Support Writer

Screenplays & Scripts

1. Low Budget Screenplays
2. Treatment for Film Noir
3. Comedic Writers for Web Series
4. Infomercial Writer Needed

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Computer Technology & Video Technology Test Writers
2. Creative Directors and Writers
3. Professional Business Writer – DFW
4. Technology Marketing Writer - Cerritos
5. Writers for Sponsorship Packages
6. Looking for Song Writers
7. World Religion Expert – NYC
8. Health, Beauty, Fitness Writer Wanted – NYC

International Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Get Paid to Review Fun Activities - Not sure about the amount of pay.
2. Freelance Researchers - Bristol, Avon
3. Content Editor – London
4. Freelance Writer - London
5. Quality Proofreading/Editing for Students – Toronto
6. Funny & Edgy Writers - Shanghai
7. Freelance Newspaper Writers - Amsterdam
8. Writers with Technical Skills Wanted – Amsterdam
9. Writer for Florence Travel Site
10. Seeking Freelance Writer – $20/article – Hong Kong

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

1. Writer for New City Magazine
2. New Colorado Music & Art Scene Magazine Seeks Writers

Lots of good luck to you all!

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Freelance Writing Jobs for August 7, 2009

Actually I was wrong yesterday. Anyone CAN be a writer.  Thanks to content sites accepting anyone without even seeing writing samples, anyone can, indeed, become a writer. However, not everyone can be a good writer and I think that’s the difference. Now before I receive another flood of hate mail, let me explain a little:

I’m not trying to discourage new writers at all. While I hope I’m giving them a good place to start, I also hope I’m being realistic. I enjoy providing this haven for writers of all levels to discuss and share. However, as a lot of the writing we see on the web indicates, not everyone can write well. One can start a blog and write, but that doesn’t mean one can write well. Also, unless one is willing to put in several hours a day, one’s blog won’t be very successful because there’s more to blogging than writing a rant and hitting send. It’s one thing to do this for a hobby but it’s a whole other ballgame to do it for a living.

While it may make people angry (and thanks to all who wrote to me calling me a no talent hack or telling me to get over myself, by the way. Hugs and kisses backatcha) the truth is, if you never had an interest in writing, never wrote anything in your life, have no idea how to string together a sentence or build traffic to a blog, you can’ t just get out of bed and say, “I think I want to work at home. What are my options? Hmm.. envelope stuffer? No, that’s too much work. Sell on ebay? I have nothing to sell. Virtual assistant? I hate making phone calls. Wait a minute…this blogging or writing thing looks easy enough. I think I’ll do that!”

I apologize if I insulted anyone. However, I won’t sugarcoat a thing. Some people aren’t cut out for writing. Some people can’t write well. I won’t say anyone can be a good or even successful writer because it simply isn’t true. Anyone can write, but not everyone can write well. Anyone can Google and rewrite someone else’s Googled and rewritten article, but not everyone can write well. Anyone can apply for a writing job, try for the Great American Novel or query magazines. Not everyone will be accepted.

Not everyone can write well.

Not as many leads today. Maybe it’s time for a long weekend?

Leads…

Content Writing Jobs

1. Article Writers
2. Writer/Editor – Cultural Content

Blogging Jobs

1. Social Media Blogger
2. Design & Architecture Blogger
3. Blogger for the Male Perspective

Copywriting Jobs

1. Freelance Copywriters
2. Copywriter Fluent in French Canadian
3. Copywriter – Centenial CO
4. Copywriter - Miami – $27 – $35/hour

Editing and Proofreading Jobs

1. Freelance Copyeditor - Blair – Warren PA
2. Freelance Proofreader – NYC
3. Editing Contract
4. Calendar Editor – $350
5. Short Story Collection Needs Editor
6. Proofreader Needed – NYC
7. Proofreader Needed
8. Part Time Copyeditor/Proofreader - Telecommute OK

Grant/Business Plan/Proposal Writing Jobs

1. Business Plan Writer/Editor
2. Business Plan Writer
3. Business Plan Writer
4. Business Plan Help – Miami
5. Grant Writer Needed]
6. Grant Writer for Non Profit
7. Grant Writer for Non Profit

Resume Writing Jobs

1. Resume Revision

Technical Writing Jobs

1. Technical Writer – Aurora CO
2. Contract Technical Writer – Plano TX
3. Contract Technical Writer - Redwood City

Journalism Jobs

1. Writer to Cover Insurgent Mexico
2. Journalist - Minneapolis – $50K- Telecommute OK

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

1. Freelance Writers – Corporate Communications
2. Looking for Intelligent/Erotic Writing
3. Writer for Music Based Reality Show ( a writer for a reality show? How realistic!)
4. Writer for Political Memoir
5. Country Music Writer
6. Ebook Writer – Making Money with Twitter
7. Newsletter Writer
8. Prospective Client Follow Up Letter
9. Writer for Product Write-Up
10. Beauty/Fashion writer
11. Writer Needed - Hollywood
12. Article Writing
13. Write Food and Restaurant Reviews - San Francisco
14. Writer for Email Campaign – San Jose
15. Legal Research Needed

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

Please note: Unless noted, these aren’t job ads. They’re links to guidelines. Please follow all directions for queries and submissions.

1. College Writers for Adult Men’s Magazine
2. Planning Magazine – Pays $100 – $1000/article
3. Outside Magazine
4. Skydiving Magazine
5. Road King
6. Sierra Magazine
7. The Pedestal Magazine
8. Renaissance Magazine
9. The Homeschool Magazine
10. American Forests
11. E-Magazine

Good luck and have a great weekend.

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Freelance Writing Jobs for May 4, 2009

Do you use an editorial calendar? I have one, it helps me to stay on track – and I don’t know what I would do without it. I know many writers have fancy programs, but I never invested too much in my editorial calendar. Up until a few months ago, I used a giant wall calendar, now I use  my Outlook. I’m the type of person who needs bells and whistles to go off so I can have reminders. If I don’t log everything I need to do, I’ll become forgetful.

What do you use to keep track of all your projects and deadlines?

If you have time, take a ride around the FWJ network. We have some weekend link love on the home page, a tutorial on How to Find Freelance Writing jobs at the Other Stuff blog, 5 Reasons You’re Not Making Money as a Blogger on the soon to be re-named Network Blogging Tips and Power Suits are Not Included at Job Hunting Tips. For a rundown of each day’s new blog posts, please visit the home page at Freelance Writing Jobs.  Please bear with us as we continue to tweak our design. Hope you like what you see so far!

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• Freelance Reporters/Writers Sought
• Tech Blogger – $15/post
• Copywriter for Pharmaceutical Company – NYC
• Freelance Writer – Multicultural Reports – Chicago
• Freelance Writer for Helium
• Web Content Writer - Seattle – $25/hour
• Freelance Conference Reporter
• NZ Technology Magazine Seeks Contributors
• Freelance Writers - London
• Join the ConsumerSearch.com Editorial Team
• Gaming Articles Needed - Toronto- $10/article
• Local Writers Needed – Philadelphia/South Jersey
• Manual Writer/Marketer – Vermont
• Las Vegas Writers – $10 – $15/article
• Food Critic – Oklahoma City
• Study Guide Author & Storyteller – $2,500
• Writing/Editing Job
• Freelance Writer for Federal Grant Proposal - Atlanta
• Magazine Writers Needed Immediately - Atlanta
• Freelance Marketing/Writing
• Awesome Writing Gig
• Music Blog Editor Wanted
• Paid Citizen Journalist Positions
• Business Plan Reader – $50
• Grant Writers- Philadelphia
• Editor – Seattle
• Local Seattle Writers- $15 – $25/hour
• Contract Technical Writer – seattle
• Technical Writer – San Francisco
• Blogger – Palo Alto

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Freelance Writing Jobs for April 22, 2009

Ever notice how one small setback can throw your schedule off for the whole day – even an entire week? One power outage, one server issue, one phone call from school, there are so many things that can throw us off track. Regrouping can be difficult, especially if you have a lot on your place. I’ve worked around the clock with very little sleep in order to make my deadlines. As a freelancer I had a few policies in place:

1. Never make a promise I can’t keep – If I say something is going to be done a certain day, it happens.

2. Communication is key – Good communication with clients is the key to a successful career. In fact, if you let them know you had a setback, your client might be willing to give you an extension. However, using excuses constantly to get out of work or extend deadlines backfires as clients always catch on.

3. Don’t sweat the things we can’t control – Take a deep breath, have a cup of coffee, meditate…and then get back to work. Don’t panic, don’t get flustered and don’t waste precious time bemoaning things that are out of your control. Take a few minutes to relax and tackle it with good cheer. Frustration shows up in one’s writing.

What are your policies?

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Freelance Writing Jobs for Saturday, April 18, 2009

I’d like to apologize for including a few clunkers in yesterday’s list. Freelance Writing Jobs has a policy never to post jobs under $10, jobs from term paper mills and other insulting gigs. In my haste to get leads posted, a couple slipped through the cracks. So sorry.

I was doing a search for “freelance writing jobs” this morning on Twitter. I find Twitter searches are a great way to meet like-minded people and mingle with members of the community. As a result, many of you might find me following, so I can keep connected. If you’d like to follow me on Twitter, I’m @debng. If you would like to receive updates whenever a new blog post appears at FWJ follow us @freelancewj.

Also, I’m in the process of creating a Freelance Writing Jobs social network on Ning. This will allow us to share even more. There is a discussion forum, places to share videos, images and podcasts, we can talk about jobs and updates and all issues freelance writers face. Now, it’s in the raw stages and I haven’t started inviting folks yet, but if you’re interested in being a part of the Freelance Writing Jobs social network on  Ning, please join!

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