Health And Fitness Writers Needed

Demand Studios is looking for expert writers in the fields of health, fitness, nutrition and biopharmaceuticals to write articles for LIVESTRONG™.com and other sites. Launched in July 2008, LIVESTRONG™.com is the definitive health, fitness and lifestyle destination attracting over 4.2 million visitors a month.

We are seeking qualified professionals and experts, who have extensive experience in the fitness, diet and nutrition areas to create high-quality informational articles in an easy, structured format. We are also seeking candidates who are highly knowledgeable in biopharmaceuticals and healthcare.

Candidates with accreditation in some health related field are preferred. These would include but are not limited to those with medical degrees or certifications, personal trainers, nutritionists, coaches and writers with experience covering health topics. Writer selection is competitive and depends on writing style and experience in your field.

This is a freelance position where you can claim and work on multiple assignments at a time, allowing you to work at your own pace and earn extra money around your own schedule. Our articles assignments vary in length and format. All writers receive a byline on each piece written. Pay rates vary by article type and all payments are processed weekly via PayPal.

Take control of your writing career with Demand Studios. We give you the tools and flexibility you need to earn a living while pursuing your passion for writing.

To apply, please upload your resume and writing sample via online application at:

URL: https://www.demandstudios.com

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Freelance Web Copywriter

Job Description

• Write and edit engaging, original, traffic-driving marketing and Web site content
• Develop SEO-friendly Web content to include strategic key-phrase placement within compelling marketing copy that maximizes opportunities for indexing, ranking, click-throughs, and conversion
• Work independently and in collaboration with Editorial and Marketing teams to craft creative concepts and develop warm, engaging, humorous copy
• Write creative copy including headlines, tag lines, features, Web promotions, e-blasts, age-based content (books, TV, movies, music, DVDs, Web sites, and video games), and promotional copy
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously, providing copy on schedule
• Perform content updates to our Web site to enter copy and activate and remove products
• Understand Editorial Style Guide and ensure that all copy adheres to guidelines

This position is for 16-20 hours per week and will report to the Managing Editor. Candidate must be available to work Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Skills

• Ability to work well under deadlines
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Experience writing to mothers of kids of elementary-, middle-, and
high-school ages
• Strong interest in writing to a "mom audience" and interest in media entertainment a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude
• Excellent communication skills -- verbal and written
• Ability to digest the goals and mission of the organization and produce a
• creative, fun tone
• Experience in Web copywriting required
• Copy editing skills required
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or Journalism

Company Description

Common Sense Media (www.commonsensemedia.org) is the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to improving the impact of media and entertainment on kids and families.

Our Web site, which is growing rapidly, movie, TV, videogame, web, music, and book reviews and tips to help parents and educators make the most of the powerful media that surrounds and influences our kids.

Our review and video content is distributed online through partners like Yahoo!, Google, AOL, MSN, Netflix, and Yahoo and on screen through partners including Comcast, Time Warner Cable, DirecTV, Cox Communications, and TiVo.

Additional Information
* Applicants with recommendations are preferred.(You have 0 recommendations)
* Local candidates only, no relocation (San Francisco Bay Area).

URL: http://www.commonsensemedia.org

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Home Lighting Blogger

Lighting by Lux is looking for a Home Lighting Blogger

LightingbyLux.com is looking for a writer interested in home decor and specifically home lighting products. You will be paid to write regular blogs and short reviews on lighting-related topics and products.

You should be self-motivated and organized, able to meet deadlines and happy to work within agreed guidelines.

Monthly requirements: Four 300-400 word blog posts that relate to our products, we reserve the right to reject any post. In addition we'll need ten short (50 words or so) personal comments on our products.

This is a paid, ongoing position for the right applicant.
How to apply

Please send resume and 2 relevant and original blog samples to luxlightingltd@gmail.com

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Graphic Design Blogger

PsPrint is looking for a Graphic design blogger

PsPrint need 12 to 15 monthly blog posts written on graphic design and direct-marketing ideas for printed materials such as business cards, flyers, catalogs, brochures, letterhead, stickers, etc. The exact topics/articles titles will be agreed upon before writing begins and will be posted after editorial approval. Also, the writer is responsible for responding to comments within 24 business hours.

The target audience for the blog is graphic designers and small- to medium-sized business owners.

Specific knowledge of marketing, graphic design or printing is preferred, but not essential if you're a good writer willing to research the topics. SEO knowledge is a plus.

How to apply

Please e-mail your resume detailing your experience and a brief paragraph explaining why you would be perfect for the job to Sonia at sonia@psprint.com. Also, please include some examples of your work.

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Health Care Blogger

RememberItNow! is a new online health care management system. We are looking for a creative and concise writer to help with our blog.

Ideal Candidate has:
- A Healthcare background, (preferrably a nurse)
- Experience with eldercare
- First-hand knowledge of caregiving
- Prior experience writing for a blog/newsletter

About the Blog:
- Ability to post three times a week - 1 totally unique article that can be used in the newsletter.
- Audience - Baby boomers caring for aging parents who want to maintain independence. Patients on complicated medication schedules - AIDS, chemo. Family members or friends assisting an independent loved one while they are ill.
- Topics - elder care, independent living, medication management, caregiving, tips, resources, advice.
- This blog is a place to talk about healthcare and caregiving, medication management. It's the place to learn how to take control of your health, or the health care of someone you love.
- It's intended to be a helpful resource.

For the initial project open a project for 10 posts - 2 of which are articles of 500 words - which can be used in the newsletter.
All submissions will be copy checked for duplicate content.

How to apply

Please send two samples of writing and a brief bio to Abettencourt3@gmail.com and PSwingley@gmail.com

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General Financial Blogger

Inovayt, a mortgage broking company, is looking for a blogger to write 6 articles of various lengths for a bi-monthly newsletter. Heading for each article is as follows
• Melbourne’s housing market – sales, rentals, hotspots, etc (approx 500 words)
• The state of the Australian economy - cash rates, unemployment, etc (approx 200 words)
• Budgeting / ways to save money – tricks and tips for saving money in the current climate (200 words)
• General financial planning – select one of the following topics - superannuation, tax, insurance, stock portfolios, investments (200 words)
• What’s on in Melbourne – upcoming events i.e. comedy festival, art exhibitions, sporting carnivals, etc (200 words)
• Restaurant review – review of any restaurant in Melbourne (100 words)
People who will be reading the newsletter are people who own their own home, or own investment properties. Articles will need to be easy to read, be informative and based on fact. All articles need to be completed in order to receive payment of $150.

How to apply

If interested please select one or two of the listed topics and email to bazbyrne@gmail.com. If you have any questions, please also contact me at the same email address, thank you.

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Freelance Copywriter

Razorfish is one of the largest interactive agencies in the world and currently has more than 2,000 employees in 20 offices in seven countries (Australia, China, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States) focusing exclusively on digital marketing and technology. Each office is filled with opportunities for people who want to invent the digital future. It's a big challenge, but it's a big Internet, and there's work to be done.
We are seeking a Senior Copywriter who is both an expert writer of engaging web content, AND an adept content strategist with experience working on large, content rich websites ... online magazines, portals, other deep, information-rich sites where consistency of style, guide development and a well executed content strategy is as important as thev writing of an engaging marketing piece.
You will work as a member of a team that includes a creative director, two designers, and two art directors to conceive, articulate, and create concepts for interactive media. While this team is primarly focused on large web sites, you may also have opportunities to work on online advertising campaigns, e-mail marketing, viral and other online marketing initiatives. You will report to the team Creative Director (and there is room for quick promotion to ACD depending on the trajectory of your career.) Sr. Copywriters must be polished communicators capable of solving communication challenges and developing original solutions. A keen familiarity with trends in online marketing and advertising in general along with a deep knowledge of the interactive digital space is required.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with creative team members to determine the conceptual and copy direction of branding and advertising initiatives
• Working with senior creative or project leads to ensure copy tone and style are consistent with visual tone and style
• Interacting with project teams to understand business objectives and audience demographics
• Working from Creative Briefs and under the direction of senior creatives, working to translate concepts into effective copy concepts or text
• Demonstrating the Studio's high quality standards across all deliverables

Qualifications:

• A degree or diploma in English, journalism, communications or a related field; 2 + years in an advertising or marketing agency (traditional or interactive) preferred
• A keen enthusiasm for and basic understanding of Web trends and technologies
• A solid understanding of marketing and advertising principles
• Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail
• Ability to actively contribute to strategic brainstorming, campaign development, creative brief development and creative execution
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively juggle different writing demands
• Understanding of graphic design and a keen appreciation of the interplay between textual and visual elements.

At Razorfish, the Internet is not a hobby. Technology is not something we dabble in. And digital design is not a sideline while we create print ads or television commercials. We were born digital, passionate about blending art and science, about defying the edge of what is possible. We got to be #1 because we believed -- and still do -- in the power of the Web to transform lives, and brands.
Do you share our passion? Apply to this position, or drop them a line to tell them about yourself.
You can always find them online atwww.razorfish.com

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Wanted Freelance Writer

Today.com is looking for a Freelance Writer

Description

Today.com, one of the fastest growing blog communities on the web, is looking for new bloggers of any skill level. Whether you're a novice blogger, or have been at it for a while, this job is for you. You get paid per impression (we pay the highest CPM in the industry) for writing about topics that interest you. Unlike other networks, we offer multiple money-making programs such as content writing, and writer referral.

We just recently added a "products" feature that allows you to sell products that you write about and gain a commission when you do so! This is yet another great way to earn full-time money while doing part-time work.

So what are you waiting for? Visit www.today.com to get started!

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Make Money Online Blogger | Wanted Make Money Online Blogger

TheBuckmaker.com is looking for a Internet/Blogging/Make Money Online Blogger

Description
TheBuckmaker.com is home of the famous free WordPress Themes Aeros, Aerodrome and Aer. It offers free Theme support and also covers topics on blogging and WordPress.

To further increase the value for our readers, we are currently looking for writers who want to write about

- Internet for beginners: how to get started
- The daily life of a blogger / webmaster
- Earning money online

We pay you per post (min. 300 words, avg. 500 words + 1 image). Payout is starting at US$ 5.00 per post. The better your posts perform, the higher your rate will be. You are paid monthly via PayPal at the end of each month.



To join out writing team, you need to:
* be able to write proficiently in English, including using correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
* be able to research keywords and write ‘killer titles’
* write unique (100% original, no rephrasing of existing content) and inventive content that attracts new readers
* assign all content rights to TheBuckmaker.com
* participate in discussions = answer to comments regarding your posts
* support TheBuckmaker.com and your posts on social websites – this will increase your performance and your future payout per post
* be able to provide 5-7 articles per week

How to apply

If you are interested, please fill out our online application form at http://thebuckmaker.com/job-board

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Fashion Blogger | Fashion Writer Wanted

Simply Good Media is looking for a Fashion Blogger/Writer

Simply Good Media runs several successful budget related blogs, the most popular being The Budget Fashionista and See Jack Shop (shopping blog for men)

We're looking to fill the following two positions:
- fashion blogger to blog on topics such as eBay finds, how to guides, latest deals and more for the #1 independant fashion blog, www.thebudgetfashionista.com

- Writers to write for our weekly fashion or beauty newsletter.


How to apply

First, read the site to understand the voice, the type of information our readers are interested in, etc. Then, send us a short email introducing yourself and links to previous web/blog entries. If interested, we will respond with additional instructions. DO NOT SEND sample writings in this intial email.

Visit http://www.simplygoodmedia.com/

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Freelance Medical Writer

Interactive Agency in Soho is seeking an experienced medical writer for work on an HIV related, digital project.​

Qualifications we’re looking for are

- Experience writing for and knowledge of the HIV field

- Solid experienced in medical writing

- Some experience writing for digital media

- Experience managing thought leaders

Please send resume, rate and writing samples to careers@​iconnicholson.​com

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Senior Technical Writer

Job Title: Senior Technical Writer
Job Category: Marketing/Web Marketing
City: San Diego
State/Province: California
Country: United States

Primary Responsibilities: -Design and deliver high-quality, on-point, customer-focused and comprehensive content for the TurboTax products support web sites

-Take complicated tax, personal finance or software issues and translate that into usable content for customers and customer service agents

-Create content on a daily basis, juggling daily requirements with longer term projects

-Thoroughly research issues, collecting inputs from fellow CSI team members, internal subject matter experts, customer feedback, and the software itself

-Provides input into templates, web page look and feel, and document presentation

-Ability to edit and proofread own work as well as that of others.

-Assign daily content and manage writers’ workloads

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Written skills include ability to communicate complex concepts to customers, as well as excellent working knowledge of grammatical principles and application.

-Drives to help others by partnering with internal and external customers to create great customer solutions

-Gather and analyze customer feedback on content offerings through various mechanisms, such as online feedback, point-of-use surveys, and site test sessions; suggest improvements and ensure that other team members understand and follow through with implementing recommendations

-Perform competitive analyses of support site content and other components as necessary to ensure our competitive edge

-Provide guidance and direction to other team members in areas of content development, style guide decisions, content synchronization with other groups within TurboTax

-Help manage relationships with other groups in TurboTax who provide customer-facing content, including Agent Training, Marketing, Direct Marketing, etc.

-Assume project management responsibilities as directed by Senior Manager.

Optimal candidates will have a high-level understanding of individual tax return preparation and a moderate understanding of our TurboTax federal and state individual tax offerings. In addition, transferable skills such as copy-editing and experience with marketing copy would be a plus.

Qualifications: -BA/BS in Journalism, English, Business, or related areas

-A minimum of 7 years experience in creating content for a web site hosting business content, preferably in the personal finance or taxation subjects

-Ability to collaborate with internal experts and foster customer insights to manage successful expectations for deliverables

-Ability to make timely, effective decisions with less than complete information, then influence others to support them. Build shared vision by listening to feedback from others and incorporating it into their recommendations or decisions

-Experience with content management, knowledge base management, or content publishing systems

-Familiarity with best practices for support content on the Web

-Excellent communication skills, successful cross-group collaboration, and proven skills and experience with relationship building, negotiation, and conflict management

-Experience developing reliable schedules for own work. Experience successfully delivering end-user documentation products on time, within a high-tech environment.

-simplyhired-

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Hiring Freelance Writers

Company: Suite101.com
Position: Hiring Freelance Writers
Location: All Cities, Telecommute
Job Status: Freelance
Salary: Commission/Contract
Ad Expires: October 22, 2008
Website: http://www.suite101.com

Description:
Suite101, the web's leading online magazine for independent commentary, opinion and advice, is looking for experienced freelance writers in all topics.

The Opportunity:
Get exposed to 8 million monthly readers
Learn to write for the web
Write & publish articles of your choice - anytime, anywhere
Earn lifelong income off published articles
Receive free training and one-on-one editor support
Set your own hours
Be part of a vibrant online writing community

About Suite101:
Suite101 has been helping writers build profile and get exposed to readers since 1996. Based in Vancouver, Canada, and Berlin, Germany, Suite101 boasts over 1,200 talented writers and 145,000 informative articles.

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Freelance Web Site Designer

Job Description: FREELANCE Web Site Designer
Location: Columbus
Assignment: Temporary
Pay Rate: $17 to $34 per hour
Industry: Corporate Marketing, Creative Departments, Ad Agencies

Requirements:
Key Factors in the Best Candidates Will Be: Experience in HTML, DHTML, CSS, JavaScript, Macromedia Flash MX , PHP, ASP, and XML are all a plus; Must have intermediate creative design skills; Photoshop; Illustrator; Knowledge of JavaScript and browser compatibility issues; Dreamweaver; Requires strong navigation and site design instincts; Able to successfully manage all aspects of a project from start to finish; Strong attention to detail; HTML Editing (without WYSIWYG editors); Knowledge of GIF Animation, JavaScript, and CSS; Ability to understand/edit PHP; Must be able to design/edit with web site functionality in mind; A working knowledge of advanced CSS techniques and compliant XHTML; Strong web design skills and demonstrated proficiency in Photoshop; Flash/Actionscripting; Experience in designing paysites, banners, marketing materials, and hosted galleries; Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and a desire to work in a challenging position; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work on multiple projects is essential.

Description:
The Creative Group is currently experiencing a high demand for Web Designers who are available to work onsite. These are ongoing freelance project opportunities.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

The Creative Group specializes in placing a range of marketing, advertising, creative, web and public relations professionals on a project and full-time basis with advertising and public relations agencies, Fortune 500 companies and small to mid-sized firms. Our strong relationship with the creative community enables us to provide our clients with precisely the creative talent they need for a variety of deadline-driven projects. We are faster at finding you work because of our strong network - we reach out to over 12,000 creative and marketing hiring managers each week. Additionally, we were just ranked number one in our industry on Fortune's list of America's Most Admired Companies. Call your local Creative Group office at 1.888.846.1668 to discover more about this position.

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Writer

Job Requisition Number: 233470
Job Title: Writer
Location: St. Louis,MO, Missouri 63103-0000 United States
Hrs/Wk: 40
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Writer Team is part of the Channel Relationship Management department, which falls under the Business Development Group. The Senior Writer reports to the Writer Team Lead. The Senior Writer will assist with the creation and delivery of channel-specific communications through several communication mediums and vehicles. This person will most often be editing communications supplied by a business unit or sales channel for publication, but may also need to be the originator of content for certain projects. The Senior Writer will use an Access database to record the progress of each assignment, and archive all versions of each communication on a shared drive. This person will be asked to be the communications liaison on a variety of projects and, as such, will be required to attend meetings or conference calls on a regular basis to play this role. This person must also convene meetings, when necessary, to inform the impacted channel representatives and other home office support areas of new or changed products, services, procedures, policies, etc. This person will also be responsible for obtaining Compliance and/or Legal approval on applicable communications. The most frequently used communication vehicles are InfoMAX, weekly electronic newsletters, emails and printed materials. This person will need to interact with the associates who manage those vehicles (Web Coordinators, Channel Liaisons, Marketing representatives, etc.) in order to coordinate the publication of each communication.

REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines. Demonstrated strong project management and organizational skills. Demonstrated excellent written communication skills, with great attention to detail. Sales channel knowledge is a plus. Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. All candidates will be assessed on writing skills and required to provide a sample of their written communications as part of the interview process. Standard Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position will be located in St Louis, MO. Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm

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Staff Writer

Company: Coffey Communications, Inc.
Position: Staff Writer
Location: Walla Walla, Washington St.
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Not Specified
Ad Expires: May 2, 2008
Job ID: 871899
Website: http://www.coffeycomm.com

Description:
Impact our nation’s health with your work. Coffey Communications, Inc. is a leader in custom health information publishing. We work with hundreds of respected medical and health plan clients to create nearly 70 million public relations and marketing pieces annually. Our ongoing commitment to provide exceptional journalism, distinctive design and superior service to our clients is as unwavering as our desire to enrich people's lives with quality health information. We are located in beautiful Walla Walla, Washington.

We are currently seeking a staff writer to report, write and rewrite medical information for Coffey custom publications. This position will research and interview sources to acquire information for articles, and will work with publication editors to create assignments, facilitate editing and source approval and may suggest artwork for articles.

Essential Job Functions:

• Researches, reads and reports information from authoritative sources, including peer-reviewed journals, scientific papers, personal interviews with medical authorities, personal interviews with client-provided sources, and electronic and traditional library sources.

• Writes in a manner that is accurate, clear, organized, friendly, positive and attractive to the lay reader, conforms to Coffey standards of style and quality, and conforms to client style.

• Identifies, finds, contacts and interviews leading authorities and/or client sources as assigned; interviews other sources as assigned.

• Provides finished articles to sources for approval.

• Provides copies of all research information and names, titles, addresses, and phone and fax numbers for all sources as back-up resources for every fact provided in articles.

• Works cooperatively with editors. Alerts editors of potential problems, including reaching sources in a timely manner, and problems fulfilling assignments as written.

• Monitors industry and client news and developments to keep aware of major medical, managed-care and hospital industry issues, research and treatment breakthroughs and changes in technology, diagnostic procedures and prevention measures.

Education, Experience and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communication or science, or equivalent experience. Knowledge of journalistic and scientific research.

• Ability to read, comprehend and report complex medical information.

• Advanced skill as a reporter and writer of complex subjects for the lay public, and of promotional material for managed care organizations and their members.

• Ability to carry out detailed assignments independently.

• Persistent and resourceful but professionally courteous in obtaining information and interviews.

• Ability to distinguish in writing between scientific information that has been firmly established and unresolved scientific questions.

• Ability to distinguish between recognized medical authorities and sources and secondary sources.

Relocation to Walla Walla, WA required. We offer an excellent benefit package including generous health and life insurance plans, a competitive 401(k) plan, profit sharing, relocation assistance, and more.

We prefer submission via e-mail. Please send resume, cover letter and writing samples to: hr@coffeycomm.com.

By mail: Human Resources, Coffey Communications, Inc., 1505 Business One Circle, Walla Walla, WA 99362

For more information about this job and other jobs at Coffey Communications, Inc. please visit our website at www.coffeycomm.com.

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Freelance Writing Job

Avalon Travel is seeking a professional writer to author the Moon Florida guidebook. THIS IS A CONTRACT POSITION, NOT A FULL-TIME OFFICE JOB.

The writer should live in or near Florida or must have very close ties to the state and visit often. The writer must be very knowledgeable about the state's attractions, should be able to provide strategic planning advice for travelers, and should have previous experience writing about Florida.

AT writers are compensated with an advance and royalty. This guidebook will be in the Moon Handbooks format, and the writer selected to be the guidebook author will be responsible for updating the book every two to three years.

Interested applicants should send a resume, a cover letter, up to five relevant clips to acquisitions@avalonpub.com. In the cover letter, explain why you are the best person to write Moon Florida. Please include "Moon Florida" in the subject line of your message. Visit http://www.avalontravelbooks.com/acquisitions.php for more information about our expectations and the work involved.

No phone calls, please. Qualified applicants will be contacted and invited to submit a proposal for further consideration. (Note: There is no need to submit a full proposal at this point.) We apologize that we may not be able to respond personally to each applicant.

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Freelance Coordinator

Company: PA SportsTicker
Position: Freelance Coordinator
Location: Cheshire, Connecticut
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Not Specified
Ad Expires: May 9, 2008
Job ID: 903830
Website: http://pa-sportsticker.com


Description:
Freelance Co-ordinator

Responsibilities: Manage network of freelance journalists and reporters covering professional and collegiate sporting events throughout North America.

Specific Duties: • secure credentials from governing bodies and teams for all events that need to be staffed • review/create freelancer schedules to ensure all events are covered • maintain updated contact information for all freelancers • work with finance department to ensure monthly payments to freelancers • replace existing freelanced, or new freelancers upon request of Director, Data Collection and Director, Editorial Operations • liaison with NCAA SIDs and PR officials from second tier sports to arrange coverage of events not staffed directly

• Requirements: • college degree preferred • experience overseeing large staff or coordinating large events • basic knowledge of sports leagues, teams and seasons • candidate must be detail oriented with good problem-solving ability • accessible during “off” hours.

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Wanted Full Time Writer

Description:
PROGRESS MICHIGAN

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

WRITER Full-time position with PROGRESS MICHIGAN

Application Deadline: April 21st, 2008 or until position is filled.

Progress Michigan, a hard-hitting communications and media organization for progressive causes, is looking for a motivated, creative and disciplined writer.

The writer will play a leading role in our efforts to hold public officials and government accountable, promote progressive causes and win the message war against the radical right. Working from our Lansing office, Progress Michigan’s writer will engage citizens throughout the state on priority issues, craft written communication to build support for progressive ideas and creatively engage the public through the use of state-of-the-art Web based new media. The writer will work closely with the Executive Director and Progress Michigan’s staff to ensure our priority campaigns achieve quantifiable goals. Applicants should be prepared to work collaboratively in a fast-paced office environment, work closely with allied progressive groups and causes, think creatively and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities Include • Provide written material for multiple hard-hitting progressive issue and accountability campaigns in collaboration with the Executive Director • Write press releases, talking points and fact sheets for press conferences and other public events • Produce written materials for the web page, email action alerts and fundraising appeals • Research issues, edit copy and monitor the press • Participate in and promote the online blog community • Provide creative input in sustained, multi-faceted media and grassroots campaigns

Qualifications: • Well-organized, self-motivated and able to work cooperatively on multiple projects • Strong written communication skills and experience writing for political campaigns, media outlets or advocacy organizations • Ability to write clear copy while maintaining message discipline • Ability to analyze and effectively communicate complex issues in lay terms • Successful background writing materials for press conferences including; press releases, talking points, fact sheets and web page updates • Proven capability in adjusting writing style to meet individual and organizational needs • Ability to assess information and cope with shifting campaign needs efficiently and intelligently • Strong commitment to progressive issues and causes • Works well under tight timeframes and meets deadlines. • Willingness to work weekday evenings and weekends as needed.

Compensation: Excellent Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. To Apply: Please Send resume, cover letter to: Dan Farough at dan@progressmichigan.org. Please call 517-643-2949 if you have inquiries about the position.

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Work At Home

Work at Home? Job Fair? Cloud 10 Corporation is hiring telecommuting?inbound customer service reps! Must have reliable PC, highspeed internet and customer service background. Please stop by to learn more! Iowa Workforce Development 310 W Main Ottumwa, Iowa 52501 Room E?, April 2, 2008 1:00 pm to 4:30pm Jacki Brown-Legg Regional Recruiter Ph: 641-414-6015 email: jacki.legg@cloud10corp.com
This listing brought to you by The Ottumwa Courier

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