Freelance Food and Cooking Feature Writer

Steady freelance work that pays on time! Food and cooking site Food Republic is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working freelance writers to join our team. Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience writing content for print or the web with a focus on food, beverages, and cooking tips and tricks. We are looking for creative individuals who are self-sufficient and versatile. These positions are work-from-home with flexible, stable hours. Location does not matter; U.S. and international candidates are encouraged to apply.

About Food Republic

Food Republic is the ultimate destination for anyone who loves food and drinks. We’re your number one source for recipes, cooking tips, dining advice, drink recommendations, and the latest news from the food industry. Whether you’re looking for mind-blowing facts about the food you love, new ways to cook your favorite dishes, or the biggest scoops on the restaurant scene, Food Republic has what you need.

Feature Writer Responsibilities

Claim feature article topics from a selection of assignments
Research, pitch, and write 2600- to 3000-word articles in a custom CMS with a one-week to one-day turnaround, depending on the topic and timeliness of the article
Follow the guidelines of our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to uphold quality of content

What We Offer

Compensation: 8 cents per word
Reliable payment: we pay on time, twice a month
No invoicing: our system is automated – you do not need to invoice us and we always email you a detailed statement each pay period
Flexible scheduling: you choose the days and hours you work
Fully remote: you can work from anywhere in the world
Excellent exposure: Static Media’s sites receive more than 170 million monthly visitors and our content is syndicated via SmartNews, Apple News+, MSN, and Yahoo

Experience Required

Minimum three years editorial experience writing and/or editing
Experience with building content in a CMS
Familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit the following materials:

Your resume
A cover letter
Three professional, relevant writing samples similar to the content we share on Food Republic (attach these in a PDF or provide links in your cover letter -- if providing links in your cover letter, please list full URLs separately rather than linking over the body text of your cover letter)