Writers wanted (ELT, TEFL, pedagogy, professional development, etc.) (WORLDWIDE) | 20 cents per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: BRIDGE UNIVERSE 

Bridge is looking for reliable freelance writers to collaborate with our editorial team to produce articles for our content website, BridgeUniverse. Positions are available for both bloggers and journalists. Blogging duties consist of writing shorter articles (typically 1k-2k words) on a variety of topics, including Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) job advice, pedagogy, and professional development. Journalists will focus on longer, in-depth articles (3k-9k+ words) that tackle TEFL industry news. Journalists will also be responsible for conducting research and interviewing key stakeholders of the global English Language Teaching and Training (ELT) community. Candidates are welcome to write both blog articles and news articles if they have experience in both.

The ideal candidate will be able to meet reasonable deadlines and have some knowledge, experience, and/or interest in the ELT community. Applicants should be self-starters who are eager to be a part of a rapidly growing team and who respond well to constructive criticism and editing. Additionally, candidates interested in researching and writing in-depth global ELT news articles will have experience in journalism, interviewing, and writing in AP style. All work is remote and open globally.

ABOUT BRIDGE:

Bridge Education Group, Inc. (“Bridge”) has been a world leader in language education and teacher training for over 35 years. Based in Denver, Colorado, Bridge is a global company with operations in Latin America and a global network of partners. Each year, we serve thousands of students and teachers from every corner of the globe. To learn more, please visit us at Bridge.edu.

What makes Bridge different? Our people and our culture. Bridge is a multicultural and welcoming environment that is fast-paced, service-oriented, and entrepreneurial. Our values and mission are an integral part of our culture: excellence, integrity, learning, innovation, and teamwork. Transforming lives through international education is what motivates us.

Position: Freelance Bloggers and Journalists (Part-time)

Location: Remote

Reports to: Content Marketing Specialist, Bridge

Start Date: ASAP

Time: Project-based and variable

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write at least one article per month, with potential for more
• Interview students, teachers, higher ed administrators, company representatives, publishers, and other ELT "insiders"
• Gather data and procure photos to publish along with article
• Undertake research to provide background information for articles
• Stay up to date on the latest ELT news and trends, researching and pitching new stories
• Strive for exclusive, accurate, and unique news coverage

REQUIREMENTS

Experience and Skills:

• Writing experience with writing samples; for journalist applicants, especially journalistic (not blogging) and longer format samples a plus
• Familiarity with the ELT industry and English language teaching experience preferred
• Editorial experience at a print or digital magazine/newspaper (AP style) a plus
• A strong and distinguished voice and strong editing eye
• Ability to communicate effectively and take ownership of (multiple) projects
• Ability to take constructive criticism and consistently meet deadlines
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Slack
• Experience with WordPress preferred

BENEFITS

Journalists: 20 cents (USD) per word per article

Bloggers: Compensation commensurate with experience

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Original job ad: Click here

Website: https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/

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