Job Description

Title: News Writer (Contract), Powder.com

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract

Location: Remote USA

Position Overview:

The Arena Group is seeking a ski-loving Contract News Writer with excellent writing skills and online know-how to join our team. The News Writer will be responsible for producing quick-turnaround, 250-350 word articles on a daily basis, which will be assigned each morning by the Trending News Editor.

Compensation:

This is a full-time, contract position at a rate of $25 per hour.

What You’ll Do:

  • Writing multiple short, quick-turnaround articles on topics related to skiing
  • Searching social media channels of key players in skiing to find potential sources of content
  • Searching for and choosing appropriate photos for each article
  • Pitching ideas for articles to the Trending News Editor
  • Accepting and applying feedback from the Trending News Editor to improve the quality of articles

What You’ll Bring:

Please do not apply if you do not have the experience listed below. Applicants without these qualifications will not be considered.

  • Skiing enthusiast
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • At least 1 year of writing experience, preferably in a news capacity
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the niche culture of skiing
  • First-hand experience and participation as a skiier
  • Vast knowledge of the key players in the ski community
  • A genuine interest in outdoor adventure sports as a whole

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