Writers wanted (automotive tech) | ~10 to 25 cents per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: ACCELERAMOTA

Gabe Carey, Founder of Acceleramota, is looking for writers/reporters:

Now hiring for Acceleramota LLC: two up and comers seeking entry-level freelance writing work. Email gabe@acceleramota.com with subject "Auto writing sample," 1-2 sentence introduction and 1 link demonstrating knowledge, interest, or passion for auto tech. Humor is a plus.

RATES:

Budget is small given we're 2 weeks old with modest pre-seed funds. But rates can scale with business growth.

1.) Features writer

• SEO articles: $100/1,000 words
• Buying guides: $150/same length

2.) Reporter

• News/deals: $50/250-500 words
• SEO updates: $25/100-250 words

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.) Features

• SEO: Write product pages for upcoming car models
• BGs: Work with editor (me) to acquire review samples

2.) Reporter

• News/deals: Available daily to write stories as needed
• Updates: Add new info to existing pages

The right candidate will have a deep understanding of EVs and (for now) ICEs + related tech trends. Some expertise on environmental impact preferred. Work is project based, no pitches yet.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST: Unless otherwise stated, include (1) a cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements or why you are the right fit for the job; (2) a one-paragraph summary of your relevant experience, credentials and publication credits; (3) your strongest clips or links to published work; and (4) a resume detailing your writing experience.

ABOUT ACCELERAMOTA: Acceleramota aims to educate, elaborate, and entertain with multimedia automotive tech content that extends beyond the web. We’re not here to convert skeptics into annoying Tesla evangelists, nor do we intend on pandering to the EV acolytes. We’re here to help you navigate the car market as it undergoes radical change – to educate readers and viewers alike on muddied concepts including range, charging times, eMPG, ownership costs, and dual-motor powertrains, among others.

CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):

Questions/applications: gabe@acceleramota.com

Website: https://acceleramota.com/

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