Employer: Bustle
Bustle is seeking a remote, part-time writer to cover beauty. Day-to-day responsibilities include pitching and writing news stories as well as original reported beauty stories (both short turnaround and longer lead), a mix of evergreen, service stories, and trend pieces about topics in skincare, makeup, hair, nails, and body care. A passion for beauty and an innate ability to trendspot in the fields are crucial. Examples of the kinds of articles you’d work on include this interview with Doja Cat about her beauty routine; this fall makeup trend roundup; and this service piece on how to grow out your eyebrows.
The majority of stories will require the writer to find sources, conduct phone interviews, and cite peer-reviewed studies. A network of industry contacts and go-to experts (think makeup artists, estheticians, and hairstylists) is a plus.
Candidates must have availability to work 3 days per week during business hours, ET. The writer will work remotely and communicate with the Senior Beauty Editor throughout their shift.
Responsibilities
- Write 6-8 500-word stories per week comprising a mix of pitches and assignments
- Stay up-to-date on the latest beauty trends, research, and influential thought leaders to produce authoritative content
- Manage ongoing assignments, including conducting interviews and follow-ups
Requirements
- Applicants should have at least 2 years experience covering beauty topics at an online publication
- Ability to turn in clean, well-sourced, accurate copy in a timely fashion
- Comfort covering sensitive topics
- A sense for what makes a Bustle story
- Familiarity with SEO best practices