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Lifestyle Writer, TZR
REMOTE
EDITORIAL – THE ZOE REPORT
PART-TIME/ REMOTE
The Zoe Report is seeking a remote, part-time writer to cover general lifestyle content (travel, home decor, food/beverage, entertaining) for TZR’s Living vertical. Day-to-day responsibilities include scanning, pitching, and writing both news and more in-depth features ranging from product launches and shopping stories to trend reports and brand profiles.
The candidate must be well-versed in the topics of travel, home decor/design, food/beverage, and entertaining. An innate ability for news judgment, trendspotting, and strong reporting are crucial to this role. The candidate must be able to write clearly and concisely as well as be able to juggle multiple stories at once (both short turnaround and longer lead).
Examples of the kinds of articles you’d work on include: Goodbye Squiggles: Etsy Says Melting Forms Are 2023’s Hottest New Decor Trend; Dessert Cocktails So Delicious, They’ll Replace Your Last Course; Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale Is Here & We’re Obsessed With These Decor Deals; Considering A Trip To The Alps? Here Are The Ski Towns You Shouldn’t Miss
The majority of stories will require the writer to find sources and conduct phone or email interviews. A network of industry contacts and go-to experts (i.e. travel experts, entertaining experts, and interior designers, etc.) is preferred.
Candidates must have availability to work 2-4 days per week during business hours, EST. The writer will work remotely and communicate with the executive editor throughout their shift.
Responsibilities
- Write 4-5 350- to 500-word stories per week, comprising a mix of news stories and evergreen stories from both pitches and assignments
- Stay up-to-date on the latest lifestyle trends and research erse, influential thought leaders to include as sources to produce authoritative content
- Manage ongoing assignments, including conducting interviews and follow-ups
Requirements
- Applicants should have at least 2 years experience covering lifestyle topics at an online publication
- Strong understanding and knowledge of SEO and social best practices
- Ability to write quickly without compromising brand integrity or mission
- An energetic spirit, positive attitude, and a sense of urgency to deliver news to our devoted readers
- Knowledge of AP style
BDG is one of today’s leading global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture through its authentic and trusted storytelling. Audiences turn to our brands – Bustle, Elite Daily, The Zoe Report, NYLON, Inverse, Mic, Gawker, W, Romper, Scary Mommy, Fatherly, and The Dad – to hear from a set of erse voices around the interests engaging the next generation. Founded in 2013, the Company reaches over 223 million readers and social fans and serves hundreds of the world’s largest advertisers. BDG has global offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, London, and Paris.