Writers wanted (well-being) | $500 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: GOODRX

GoodRx is America’s healthcare marketplace. Each month, millions people visit goodrx.com to find reliable health information and discounts for their healthcare — and we’ve helped people save $30 billion since 2011. We provide prescription discounts that are accepted at more than 70,000 pharmacies in the U.S., as well as telehealth services including doctor visits and lab tests. Our services have been positively reviewed by Good Morning America, The New York Times, NBC News, AARP, and many others.

Our goal is to help Americans find convenient and affordable healthcare. We offer solutions for consumers, employers, health plans, and anyone else who shares our desire to provide affordable prescriptions to all Americans.

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company and industry. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has a seat at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunities to excel.

With that said, research shows that women and other underrepresented groups apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria. GoodRx is committed to leveling the playing field, and we encourage women, people of color, those in the LGBTQ+ communities, and Veterans to apply for positions even if they don’t necessarily check every box outlined in the job description. Please still get in touch - we’d love to connect and see if you could be good for the role!

GoodRx is seeking freelance writers to contribute content across a number of health and well-being areas in conjunction with our Editorial team. We’re looking for writers who are passionate about objective research, crafting content that brings health topics to life through engaging storytelling, and helping readers understand their health and healthcare options. You will use your journalism and research expertise to write short- and long-form articles that are insightful, empowering, and grounded in scientific evidence.

At this time, we are looking for health and fitness professionals –– athletic trainers, physical or occupational therapists, rheumatologists, etc. –– with meticulous attention to detail and experience writing about a range of exercise and musculoskeletal health topics for a lay audience.

We are looking for natural storytellers with excellent written and oral communication skills, who can write compelling, engaging, readable, and digestible pieces of educational editorial content. To do this, you will combine your real-life professional experience with in-depth reviews of the current scientific evidence. Experience writing about the treatment and prevention of orthopedic injuries in an evidence-based format is a plus.

You need to have training as a fitness or medical writer or have experience writing for formal publications aimed at the general public. If you are a healthcare provider, you must be appropriately licensed and not previously or currently involved in any regulatory board, agency inquiry, or professional liability policy claim. Applicants must be licensed in the United States.

Most articles are about 800 to 1,200 words, with pay set at $500 per piece. The number and kind of pieces may vary according to our editorial needs as well as your availability, expertise, and interest. We will initially work on a trial basis and then discuss regular contributions. This opportunity is only available to freelancers who reside in the United States.

We require writers to adhere closely to our style and sourcing guidelines, as well as to use empathetic and inclusive language. Experience writing consumer-facing health content is a must.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Exceptional written English and communication skills
• Experience writing for a general consumer audience
• Experience following a company style guide
• General understanding of SEO Experience interviewing healthcare experts is a plus
• Meticulous attention to detail Ability to work independently and on deadline
• Ability to interpret research studies and simplify complex health and research concepts
• A passion for making an impact in real people’s lives with meaningful content and information

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven track record of publishing high-quality health content online
• Experience covering primary research articles on science/health/medicine
• Authorship in an online consumer-facing publication

PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING WITH YOUR APPLICATION:

• Resume or CV
• A short cover letter outlining your interest and experience writing about health/wellness
• A link to your portfolio and/or four writing samples that you think best relate to our scope of work
• An estimate of how many articles you can produce each month and your turnaround time per draft

JOB SUMMARY:

• Looking for: Freelance Writer
• Location: Multiple office locations
• Compensation: $500 per piece

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Original job posting: Click here

Website: https://www.goodrx.com/

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