Freelance Travel News Writer - Islands
What You'll Do
Claim and complete articles from a list of available assignments.
Deliver accurate, engaging content in a fast-paced publishing environment.
Follow our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to ensure high-quality content.
Example Topics You Might Cover
- All 11 US National Scenic Hiking Trails, Ranked By Difficulty
- The Colorful And Quiet California Island Marilyn Monroe Once Called Home
- Georgia's High Elevation Lake Is A Tranquil Escape With Swimming, Camping, And Endless Outdoor Fun
What We Offer
- Compensation: $21–$25/hour (based on experience; starting at $21/hour)
- Paid trial assignment: $60
- Reliable pay: Twice-monthly payments
- Flexible schedule: Work when it suits you
- Fully remote: Work from anywhere with a stable internet connection
- High visibility: Your work reaches millions of readers and is syndicated across MSN, Yahoo, AOL, Apple News, and more
What You’ll Need
- At least 1 year of editorial or writing experience
- Experience covering trip planning, destination discovery, travel trends, local culture and history, and excursions and experiences
- Comfort working in a CMS
- Strong research skills, grammar, and attention to detail
Why You Want to Work Here
Work with a top-tier digital media team
Reach millions of readers each month
Flexible, fully remote work with reliable pay
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Resume
- Brief cover letter
- Three writing samples relevant to the type of content we publish
Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If selected to move forward, a member of our hiring team will be in touch and next steps in the process will include a paid trial period.
All content on Static Media’s brands is written exclusively by human writers. Submissions containing AI-generated material will not be accepted.
About Static Media
Static Media is a fast-growing digital media company reaching 220M+ readers each month. We operate a diverse portfolio of established websites, including Islands, where we are expanding into further specialized coverage of domestic travel.