Remote Weekend Writer

Summary

The job is for a Weekend Writer at Live Science, a knowledge site that covers science topics. The employee will manage weekend operations, write stories, engage on social media, and have general editorial responsibilities. They require in-depth knowledge of space, science, and nature, experience in a content role, copyediting/proofreading skills, understanding of digital media, and SEO/analytics tools.

Requirements

• An in-depth knowledge of space, science and nature
• Experience in a content role on an editorial website
• An inquisitive mind, looking to enhance the way we approach content
• CopySub-editing/proofreading skills
• Understanding of digital media
• First-rate knowledge of editorial SEO and analytics tools
• Proven ability to produce high-quality, engaging, relevant digital content

Responsibilities

• Pick up breaking news, write occasional features, post on social media, ensure both sites remain engaging and have fresh content throughout the weekend
• Write 3-4 fresh stories per weekend, whether that be short news or longer features
• Create engaging and timely content for Live Science over the course of every weekend

Benefits

• Huge opportunities to learn and develop
• Fantastic culture where we really do care about our people and want everyone to succeed
• Varied roles mean you’re not pigeonholed into one finite area but you can develop many skills
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision care
• 401k match
• Monthly munchies, bagel Fridays, fresh fruit & snacks and coffee and tea on tap
• Unlimited holiday because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• Share in our success whereby every colleague is eligible to join our profit pool bonus scheme - if Future hits their performance targets all colleagues may receive a bonus