National Park Freelance Writer

TheTravel is a rapidly growing online travel publication dedicated to inspiring people to explore the world.

About the role

We are seeking a talented and passionate freelance travel writer to join our team and help us share unique and captivating stories about travel destinations, culture, and experiences. This is a remote freelance position where you can work from any location of your choice.

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 the latest industry news and most interesting content are always available to our readers.
• Work under tight deadlines and submit tasks on time.
• Work with the lead editor to implement feedback efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a 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 is preferred.
• Background as a park ranger, NPS staffer, or seasoned parks/outdoors expert with 3+ years of experience.
• Firsthand knowledge of permits, trails, seasonal conditions, and park safety.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible schedule.
• Exposure to TheTravel's large and passionate audience, reaching 8 million visitors per month.