Steady freelance work that pays on time! Static Media is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working freelance writers to join our food news team. We own and operate seven food brands: Chowhound, Daily Meal, Food Republic, Foodie, Mashed, The Takeout, and Tasting Table. Writers typically contribute to one brand, but may occasionally be asked to switch or write across multiple food brands. This opening is specifically for Chowhound, with the possibility of contributing to other brands in the future.

Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience writing content for print or the web with a focus on food, cooking, and dining content. We are looking for creative individuals who are self-sufficient and versatile. The position is work-from-home with flexible, stable hours. Location does not matter; U.S. and international candidates are encouraged to apply.

About Static Media’s Food Brands

Static Media's food brands cover everything from approachable cooking tips and food hacks to deep dives into culinary science, restaurant news, and the cultural stories behind ingredients and cuisine. Whether readers are looking for everyday kitchen confidence, trending food content, or expert-level insights, our sites offer something for cooks and food lovers of all kinds.

News Writer Responsibilities:

Claim news and evergreen article topics from a selection of assignments
Pitch relevant and timely news stories related to the site's areas of coverage
Research and write 300- to 900-word articles in a custom CMS
Write content on a quick turnaround as applicable
Follow the guidelines of our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to uphold quality of content

What We Offer:

Compensation: $21 per hour
Reliable payment: we pay on time, twice a month
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 writing samples relevant to the content we share on Chowhound, Daily Meal, Food Republic, Foodie, Mashed, The Takeout, or Tasting Table

Applications missing any of these elements will not be considered.

All content on Static Media's sites is written entirely by humans. While we understand AI-written content is becoming prevalent, any articles submitted using AI during the hiring process will not be considered.

We believe representation matters at Static Media and strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, those with disabilities, and individuals from other underrepresented groups to apply.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Experience:

professional writing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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