National Park Writer

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Freelance travel writer for TheTravel, an online travel publication inspiring exploration. Responsible for researching and writing captivating travel articles on various destinations and cultures.

Responsibilities:

  • Choose article topics selected from a pool
  • Research and write original travel articles
  • Pitch article topics to our Editorial team
  • Be a dedicated and consistent contributor to the site
  • Follow TheTravel's general Editorial Guidelines while producing unique and high-quality content
  • Produce articles in a timely manner to ensure that the latest industry news and most interesting content are always available to TheTravel's loyal readers
  • Work under tight deadlines and submit tasks on time
  • Work with Lead Editor to implement feedback efficiently

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
  • 5 years of experience in producing travel and related content
  • In-depth familiarity with and fierce passion for the travel industry, especially the latest travel content
  • Experience with SEO practices
  • Experience with a custom CMS, preferred
  • Park ranger, NPS staffer, or seasoned parks/outdoors expert with 5+ yrs experience
  • Knows permits, trails, seasonal conditions, and park safety firsthand

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Flexible schedule
  • Remote freelance position to work from a location of your choice
  • Exposure to TheTravel's large and passionate audience, which reaches 8 million visitors per month, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact