Freelance Writers (Midtown)

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Date: 2009-01-07, 12:39PM EST


Job Requirements
We are seeking several experienced and passionate freelance writers to produce construction content for online consumption. Individuals must be creative, self-driven, organized, and have the ability to take direction on style and tone. Candidates must have experience in interactive editorial/content development, preferably with a focus on the construction and real estate industries.

This position is best suited for individuals dedicated to producing top-quality content, with a talent for managing multiple simultaneous deadlines while working both independently and collaboratively with a high-energy team. Although work can be completed remotely, the position requires occasional on-site visits. Therefore, candidates in the New York City Metropolitan area are highly preferred.

Our competitive compensation structure will pay on completed and fully edited pieces of work.

Primary Responsibilities
• Writers will be assigned to specific events or topics in the construction industry and given a series of articles at a time.
• Background information on the target audience and applicable resources will be provided.
• Writers are expected to draft up to 5 short articles per day.

Qualifications
• Formal journalism training and/or a minimum 3 years of online editorial experience.
• Construction, Building and/or Real Estate industry experience highly preferred.
• Strong creative sense, organizational planning, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Interested applicants must submit writing samples.

About Our Company
The New York City Construction Network is a new industry website and resource featuring up-to-date construction information and news stories. As a start-up website, writers will have the opportunity to contribute pieces to the Construction Network and see their work posted on a regular basis.

To apply or inquire about available positions, please email production@nycconstructionnetwork.com.