The Freelance Writing Jobs Weekly Rundown: February 14, Edition

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Every day we post our daily lists featuring freelance writing jobs leads, recommended reading from around the blogosphere and what’s new around the FWJ network. For those of us who don’t read the web and print blog, here’s a list of this week’s daily lists:

Here’s what’s new this week at the Freelance Writing Jobs network:

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Freelance Writing Jobs for the week of February 8th:

Recommended reading from around the blogosphere:

Freelance Writing Jobs for February 8, 2010

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Where is everyone in the Freelance Writing Jobs community located? You don’t have to give specifics, but a general region. My son and I are geography buffs and I’ve been thinking about maptacking the FWJ community as part of  project for him.

Were you caught in the blizzard this weekend? It wasn’t bad in my neighborhood – maybe six inches of snow – but I know some areas received a couple of feet. Fortunately blogging is terrific for shut ins and social networking helps to keep the cabin fever at bay.

On Friday I mentioned Carson Brackney would be contributing at Freelance Writing Jobs. I’m happy to announce a long time friend of FWJ (and mine) is climbing on board as well. Laura Spencer will also be a regular contributor and will help you land those high paying technical and corporate gigs. We have one more announcement coming up regarding a new team member.  I know you’ll help all our new contributors feel welcome.

Your Daily Lists

Have you taken the Freelance Writing Jobs network survey? If not, I’d like to encourage you to do so. Taking the survey tells us how you like what we do, what we’re doing right and how we can improve.

New around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network

Recommended reading from around the blogosphere

Freelance Writing Jobs

Content Writing Jobs

  1. Bloggers & Article Writers
  2. Freelance Writers for Factlets.info
  3. Freelance Writers Wanted for Proficient Writers
  4. Boating Writer – NJ Coast/NY Harbor – $1600 – $2100
  5. Website Writer – Central NJ
  6. Writer/Blogger for Health Care and Wellness Startup – Mountain View
  7. Professional Web Writers Wanted – $45/article? (Ad says $45 per copy)
  8. Gardening Writers Wanted for Grow Indie

Blogger Jobs

  1. Zombie Film Bloggers Needed
  2. Laptop Blogger
  3. Media Blogger Needed
  4. Blogger – Las Vegas
  5. Social Media Bloggers
  6. Exotic Car Blogger – Beverly Hills
  7. Parenting Blogger – Southern California
  8. Blogger/Article Writer – SEO Focused

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

  1. Freelance Development Editor – Hinsdale IL

Copywriting Jobs

  1. Bilingual Copywriter – Los Angeles
  2. Jr. Agency Copywriter -Los Angeles
  3. Copywriter – Philadelphia
  4. Copywriters & Proofreaders – Austin
  5. Senior Interactive Copywriter – Wayne NJ
  6. Copywriter – On site freelance – Plano
  7. Foreign Language Copywriters – NYC
  8. Freelance Copywriters Needed – NYC
  9. Freelance Copywriter – NYC
  10. Copywriter for Website Content – Atlanta
  11. Copywriter for Small Business – Silverado
  12. Copywriter/Editor – San Francisco
  13. Product Marketing Technology Copywriter – San Francisco
  14. Advertorial Writer – Winston-Salem
  15. Content for Business Brochure
  16. Freelance Copywriter – Virginia Beach
  17. Quirky Copywriter Needed – Kendall square
  18. Copywriter for Multiple Projects
  19. Fashion Industry Copywriter
  20. Freelance Copywriter – Washington DC

Journalism Jobs

  1. Freelance Reporter – NYC
  2. Journalist with Science or Chemistry Knowledge
  3. Local Music Reporters – Ventura County – Negotiable per word rate.

Technical Writing Jobs

  1. Technical Writer Needed – Brea, CA

Ghost Writing Jobs

  1. Ghost Writer – Contract – $25,000 to $100,000 (Ask lots of questions as the ad tells nothing about the project.)

Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

  1. Grant Writer Needed
  2. Looking for a Grant Writer – Orlando
  3. Business Plan Writer
  4. Grant Writer/Copywriter – Kewanee
  5. Business Plan Writer – Fairfax – $50/hour
  6. Proposal Help – Las Vegas

Food Writing Jobs

  1. Organic Food Articles Needed

Sports Writing Jobs

  1. Baseball Feature Writer for Spring Training
  2. Football Bloggers Needed
  3. Sports Correspondents Needed
  4. Freelance Motorsports Writers – Nashville

Resume Writing Jobs

  1. Resume Help Needed
  2. Resume Writer Needed
  3. Resume Writer Needed – NYC
  4. Resume Writer NJ
  5. Resume Writer – Sacramento

General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

  1. eBook on Working Abroad
  2. ebook- Horticulture/Botany Jobs – 6.5 cents/word
  3. TOEFL Writer
  4. Comedy Writer for Website
  5. Real Estate Business Plan Writer
  6. Detroit Based Freelance Writers
  7. Writer Needed for Humorous Memoir – NY/NJ
  8. Marketing Writer – 3 -5 month contract – Downers Grove IL
  9. Science Assessment Writers and Editors – NYC
  10. Freelance Writers Needed – Brooklyn
  11. Freelance Writers – Hinsdale IL
  12. Creative Writer Needed for “Guido” Guide – NJ Shore
  13. Freelance Writer Needed – Central PA
  14. Writer Wanted – New Haven
  15. Financial Marketing Writer – Boston
  16. Public Relations Writer – Philadelphia Suburbs
  17. Contract Writer – Long Beach

International Freelance Writing Jobs

  1. Medical Content Writers -Toronto
  2. Electronic Music Blogger – Toronto
  3. Freelance Writers and Editors – Montreal
  4. Editor/writer Needed – Montreal
  5. Editorial Writer – Paris

Magazine Submissions, Guidelines and Markets

  1. BuzzBin Magazine Looking for freelancers – Pays by the word or the piece (Unspecified pay)
  2. Food/Wine/Cocktail Writers for Milwaukee Home and Fine Living Magazine
  3. Skin Care and Beauty Writers for Online Magazine – .10/word

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Freelance Writing Jobs Presents 11 Cooking, Food & Drink Markets

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We’re sharing cooking and food markets for you at Freelance Writing Jobs today. I researched each market to the best of my ability and as of February 2010, these are accurate and current. If I found a link to current guidelines, I included them. Otherwise, I listed contact information so you could request current submission guidelines from the market. I only posted a market if it was indicated that they’re accepting freelance submissions at this time.

Please be sure to familiarize yourself with back copies of the various markets and read all guidelines thoroughly to be sure you’re a good fit for the market and you can provide the right voice and slant.

  1. Bon Appetit: Pays $100+. 50% freelance written. Query editors for full guidelines.
  2. Chile Pepper – Pays $600 (minimum). 70% freelance written. The focus is on spicy foods. Contact [email protected] for complete guidelines.
  3. Food Safety Magazine – Unspecified pay. Please see online guidelines.
  4. Fresh Magazine – Supermarket chain-based magazine. Payment varies and stories are assigned four to six months in advance. Please see online guidelines.
  5. QSR Magazine – A magazine for those in the quick service restaurant (read: fast food) industry. Unspecified pay. Please see online gudielines.
  6. Relish Magazine – Food magazine insert found in newspapers. Payment varies. Please see online guidelines.
  7. Sauce Magazine – Looking for food-related essays. Unspecified pay. Please see online guidelines.
  8. Southern Food Magazine – Unspecified pay. Please see online guidelines.
  9. Tea A. Magazine – Pay is negotiable.  75% freelance written.  Query for complete guidelines.
  10. Wine Enthusiast – Pays $750 – $2500. 40% freelance written. Please see online guidelines and editorial calendar.
  11. Wine Press Northwest – Pays $300. 50% freelance written. Contact Managing Editor Eric Degerman at [email protected] for complete guidelines.

If you successfully query any of these markets or wish to share pitching or querying tips, please sharein the comments.  Don’t miss our other posted markets:

Lots of good luck to you!

Freelance Writing Jobs for February 5, 2010

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Well, we made it through another week. I hope yours was both profitable and productive. I want to thank all who applied for the blogger gig. I have over 200 applicants to go through thus far and it looks to be a very difficult decision.

In addition to a new blogger hired from the advertised gig, Freelance Writing Jobs is thrilled to welcome Carson Brackney to our blogging team. Carson and I go way back, we both started our writing blogs around the same time and both our blogs made the very first list of the Top 10 Blogs for Writers. Carson is funny, outspoken and I value his opinion, I hope you will as well. John Hewitt of PoeWar will also be a contributor to FWJ. John is a technical writer and poet  and knows his stuff so you’re sure to benefit. Incidentally, one of the highlights of my BlogWorld and New Media Expo this year was that I got to meet and spend time with John.

New Around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network

Recommended reading from around the blogosphere

Freelance Writing Jobs

Content Writing Jobs

  1. Content Writer – World History
  2. Content Writer – Colorado
  3. Consumer Electronics Freelance Writer

Blogger Jobs

  1. Bloggers Needed for Blogging Tips – $50/month
  2. Hockey Blogger – Toronto
  3. Bargain Hunter Blogger

Proofreading/Editing Jobs

    1. Consulting Editor with Civil Engineer Background
    2. Staff Editors for Fox Sports (on site freelance) Los Angeles
    3. Book Editor Needed – Los Angeles
    4. Freelance Interactive Copywriter – Dunellen NJ
    5. Health Proofreader – Digitas – Philadelphia
    6. Web Editor Needed – San Diego
    7. Freelance Project Editors – Hinsdale IL
    8. Editor – Columbus
    9. Editor Needed – Seattle
    10. Freelance Copy Editor – Washington DC

    Copywriting Jobs

    1. Freelance Copywriter for Massive Local Internet Project – Inland Empire
    2. Skilled Copywriter – Jacksonville FL
    3. Website Copywriter Needed – Chicago

    Journalism Jobs

    1. Freelance Reporter for The Coaching Commons
    2. Local News and Features Journalist – Cleveland
    3. Journalist Needed for Exciting Magazine – Sycamore, IL
    4. Reporters Wanted – Redondo Beach

    Technical Writing Jobs

    1. Technical Writer for 3 Month Contract – Andover
    2. Technical Writer for 3 Week Contract – Irvine

    Ghost Writing Jobs

    1. Ghost Writer for Young Adult Novel

    Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

    1. Professional Business Plan Writer
    2. Grant Writer Needed – Inland Empire
    3. Experienced Grant Writer – Philadelphia
    4. Business Plan Writer – Salt Lake City

    Travel Writing Jobs

    1. Travel Blogger Needed – $50/post

    Resume Writing Jobs

    1. Resume Writer Needed
    2. Resume Writer/Editor

    General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

    1. Contract Writers Needed – Smart Grid Analysis
    2. Freelance Writers Needed – Hinsdale IL
    3. Writer for Business Flash Cards
    4. Feature Writer Needed – Newburyport
    5. Music Lovers Wanted – $600/article
    6. Description Writer Needed
    7. Creative Writer Needed – Las Vegas
    8. Writer Wanted
    9. Business Introduction Writer – San Diego
    10. Realty Show Writer – SoCal

    International Freelance Writing Jobs

    1. Copywriter Needed – UK
    2. Editorial Assistant – Vancouver
    3. Resume Writer – Toronto

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    Some Quick Tips for Balancing a Full Time Job While Building Your Freelance Writing Business

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    If I had to pick one of the most difficult aspects of freelancing, it would have to be building a freelance writing business while still working full time at my day job. I did this for two years, from 2000 to 2002, and also in 2008 and 2009 when I had a full time social media job. As much as I love to write, sometimes the last thing I wanted to do after a full day of work was to come home and work again. Plus, many clients want to talk on the phone during business hours, something I couldn’t always give them.  I had to find some balance and a way to make it work, especially if I wanted to freelance full time.

    You can freelance and work full time and still make it work. Maybe some of these tips will help you achieve some balance too:

    Only take as many clients as you can handle

    You might be tempted to take as many opportunities as you can in order to build up a client base and save enough money to leave your day job for good.  Before you do, make sure you can handle the work load. Also consider how all your spare time will be spent writing. No TV. No reading. No family game night…just work. However, if you take one opportunity at a time until you know how many hours of your time you can devote each evening or weekend, you might find a more doable solution for you and your family.  Try one client at a time to start and adjust as necessary.

    Set aside time to communicate with clients

    Not everyone can call freelance writing clients or handle emails from their days jobs. You might have to handle communication during your lunch hour. You might even have to make those calls from your cell phone from the local deli.  The last thing you want is for your moonlighting to interfere with your day job but you can find a workable solution. Not all clients come from 9 to 5 businesses either. Find out whether or not they can talk to you in the evenings or on weekends. You’ll find many are flexible and willing to work with you.

    Set a realistic schedule

    Working late into the night or rising early in the morning is how many of us found the time to write when we were still working full time. I can’t speak for all the other writers who did this, but I can tell you I was always tired and cranky from rising at 4:00 a.m.  If you’re dead tired throughout the day, you won’t be able to focus on your work at night. Set a realistic schedule and don’t let your desire to freelance full time get in the way of everything else you do.

    It’s possible

    Having a full time job while building a freelance writing business is absolutely doable, but try not to make the mistake of biting off more than you can chew. A common mistake among aspiring freelancers is to keep accepting gigs even if it means sacrificing precious sleeping time.  Be careful not to over do it. Start out small and grow as you go.

    Freelance Writing Jobs for February 4, 2010

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    What is everyone working on? To be honest, I’m not writing too many client freelance writing jobs lately. This blog and a few personal projects take up the bulk of my time, but I did stumble on some of my old clips from ten years ago which I’m going to rework with a more current slant and pitch to markets. Mostly though, I’m just doing my thing here.

    Your Daily Lists

    I’m pleasantly surprised by the wonderful comments and suggestions being put forth on our survey. If you haven’t yet filled out the Freelance Writing Jobs Network community survey, may I respectfully request you do so. It shows us what we’re doing right – and wrong – and allows us to adapt with you. Knowing what you want and like helps us to fine tune this network to your needs.

    New around the Freelance Writing Jobs network

    Recommended reading from around the blogosphere

    Freelance Writing Jobs

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    We are looking for a careful writer (i.e., blogger with pro research skills) to add content to our new Career Guide service. Your focus will be researching and blogging helpful information to visitors who are evaluating various certification/designation options (e.g., CFA, FRM, CFP). Interest in professional finance is desirable (deep experience/expertise not necessary, curiosity and diligence is more important).
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    Freelance Writing Jobs is looking for a blogger to join our team:

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    Content Writing Jobs

    1. Web Content Writing – Be on your guard for this one. They’re looking for serious quantity.
    2. Freelance Web Writer – San Francisco
    3. Website Writing – Boca Raton
    4. Music Bio– Ft Lauderdale
    5. Marketing & Content Manager – SLC
    6. SEO Proposal – Boston
    7. Freelance Web Writer – San Francisco

    Blogger Jobs

      1. Freelance Writer for Home Remodeling Blog
      2. Real Estate Blogger – DC
      3. Blogger for Onlinedatingtips.com – $20/post
      4. Blog About Products Made in America
      5. Weekly Blogger – Minnesota
      6. Real Estate Bloggers – San Diego

        Proofreading/Editing Jobs

        1. Chidlren’s Book Editor
        2. Freelance Editor

        Copywriting Jobs

        1. Digital Copywriter with Financial Experience – NYC
        2. Copywriter -Retail – Plano TX
        3. Copywriter -Atlanta
        4. Copywriter for Retail Website – Chicago
        5. Interactive Copywriter – Green Brook NJ

        Journalism Jobs

        1. Journalist for K-12 Publication – Salem

        Technical Writing Jobs

        1. Technical Writer – Pittsburgh
        2. Technical Writer – Burlingame

        Ghost Writing Jobs

        1. Published Ghost Writer -San Francisco

        Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

        1. Grant Writer Needed – NYC
        2. Business Plan Writer – San Diego

        Travel Writing Jobs

        1. Freelance Travel Writers

        Sports Writing Jobs

        1. Combat Sports Reporter Wanted

        Resume Writing Jobs

        1. Resume Writer Needed

        General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

        1. Freelance Writer – Buffalo
        2. Creative Writer – Oakland
        3. Business Writing Instructor – Chicago
        4. Marketing Writer – NYC
        5. E-Newsletter & Press Releases – NYC
        6. Freelance Development Writer – NYC

        International Freelance Writing Jobs

        1. Article Writer – London
        2. Legal Writer/Editor – Toronto
        3. Regular Contributors to Fashion Website – Vancouver
        4. Press Release Writer – Vancouver
        5. Marketing Writer – Toronto
        6. Technical Writer – Toronto

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        Freelance Writing Jobs for February 3, 2010

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        Have you taken the FWJ survey to tell us what you think of the Freelance Writing Jobs network? If not, I hope I’m not too forward in asking you to do so. Our periodic surveys are how we learn how we’re doing and if we’re bringing you everything you’re looking for. We received a good response so far and with the exception of one comment (hugs and kisses to my BFF.) we’re receiving positive, constructive criticism. This will help us to bring you the tips and advice you’re looking for, do away with the stuff you’re not feeling and tweak the design so it works to all our benefit. Do take 30 seconds to complete the survey if you haven’t already done so. The link is in today’s list.
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        Your daily lists.

        We’re on a school snow delay on my neck of the wood. If you have some time to kill, you might enjoy a little light reading in your daily lists.

        New around the Freelance Writing Jobs network

        Recommended reading from around the blogosphere

        Today’s freelance writing jobs

        Content Writing Jobs

        1. Calling All Experienced Freelance Writers
        2. Web Content Writer – Baltimore
        3. Web Content – Boston
        4. Article Writers Needed – Hartford
        5. Web Writers Needed – Skiing & Digital Cameras
        6. Brand and Content Developer – Salt Lake City
        7. Experienced Writers to Review Cars – CarsGuru.com
        8. Website Writing Needed
        9. Local Article Writers – Salt Lake City
        10. Website Content – Portland

        Proofreading/Editing Jobs

        1. Mathematics Editors, Proofreaders, Accuracy Checkers
        2. Freelance Financial Editor – Pennington NJ
        3. GayCities.com Seeks Part Time Editor – San Francisco
        4. One Time Copyeditor Needed – Boston
        5. Editor – Rancho Cucamonga

        Copywriting Jobs

        1. Freelance Interactive Copywriter Dunellen NJ
        2. Interactive Copywriter – Plano TX
        3. Freelance Jr Copywriter – Orange County CA
        4. Copy Writer/Power Point – Los Angeles

        Journalism Jobs

        1. Freelance Journalist – Las Vegas
        2. Freelance Writers – Star Press Media – Muncie
        3. Legal Reporter – New Orleans
        4. General Assignment Reporter – NYC
        5. News Content Producer – San Diego
        6. Reporter/Stringer – Dayton

        Technical Writing Jobs

        1. Freelance Tech Writer

        Business Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs

        1. Business Plan Writer – Palm Beach
        2. Business Plan Writer – Winter Park
        3. Business Plan Writer – San Jose

        Sports Writing Jobs

        1. Baseball Writes Wanted – Arizona or Florida

        Resume Writing Jobs

        1. Resume Writer – Chicago
        2. Resume Writer – Vienna VA

        General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs

        1. Coporate Writer – Contract
        2. Professional Writer Needed – Charlotte
        3. ebook Writer Wanted
        4. Novel Writer and Editor
        5. Experienced Freelance Writer – NYC
        6. Freelance Writers Needed – Chicago
        7. Freelance Media Writer – Chicago
        8. Private Writing Instructor
        9. Cardiovascular Writer – NYC
        10. P.R. Writer – NYC
        11. Freelance Writer – Central NJ
        12. Healthcare Writer

        International Freelance Writing Jobs

        1. Copywriter – Singapore
        2. Content Writer for Historic Books – India
        3. Writer/Editor for Book on Psychology of Sales – Bangkok
        4. Experienced Horoscope Writer – $50/column – Toronto
        5. North American Lifestyle Writers – Toronto/Vancouver
        6. Financial Blogger – UK
        7. Web Content – Montreal

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        How're We Doing? Please Take the Freelance Writing Jobs Survey

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        Every year I like to poll the Freelance Writing Jobs community to see how we’re doing. Really, this is your community and if we’re not giving you what you want, we’re not doing our jobs. These surveys allow for me and the rest of the FWJ blogging team to learn what you wish to discuss most, and what you like least about this network. Really, the best way to improve is through your feedback. All responses are anonymous, so please feel free to respectfully speak your mind.

        Thanks to all for making FWJ such a success. Click here to take survey

        How’re We Doing? Please Take the 2010 Annual Freelance Writing Jobs Survey

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        Every year I like to poll the Freelance Writing Jobs community to see how we’re doing. Really, this is your community and if we’re not giving you what you want, we’re not doing our jobs. These surveys allow for me and the rest of the FWJ blogging team to learn what you wish to discuss most, and what you like least about this network. Really, the best way to improve is through your feedback. All responses are anonymous, so please feel free to respectfully speak your mind.

        Thanks to all for making FWJ such a success. Click here to take survey

        P.S. For those who have asked, we’re more than happy to share the results of this survey. Give us a month or two to get in all the results and we’ll let you know what we learned. You may learn sooner because many of the blog posts at FWJ are created as a result of the survey findings.

        Thanks and have a terrific week!

        – Deb

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