[Hiring] Contributing Writer @Letterjoy

Role Description

Letterjoy is seeking talented writers to write postscripts for upcoming letters. This is a contract position, offered on a per-project basis, with competitive pay.

• Research: Research assigned historical letters and the figures and events at the center of them.
• Write: Write an entertaining & educational postscript article, in line with our style guide and editorial guidelines, meeting deadlines.
• Edit: Work closely with our editor through up to two rounds of revisions per piece.
• Pitch: Occasionally pitch letters you would like to write about.

Qualifications

• Published bylines in major magazines, newspapers, or equivalent outlets.
• Demonstrated experience writing about American history for a general audience.
• Deep working knowledge of American history.
• A genuine love for the subject and the patience to do real research.
• The ability to write clean, propulsive prose under tight constraints of length and time.
• Comfort working independently and responding promptly to editorial notes.
• Reliable internet access and the ability to deliver clean copy on schedule.

Requirements

• Degree in journalism, history, or related field from a top school.
• Familiarity with primary-source archives (Library of Congress, NARA, presidential libraries, and similar).
• A specific period, region, or theme of American history that you know deeply.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: We believe in the power of writers and pay accordingly. Rates negotiable depending upon experience.
• Potential for ongoing work: We're always curating new letters and seeking talented writers to tell each letter's story.
• Unique Opportunity to dive deep into American history: Our assignments are a history buff's dream.
• Fully remote: Contractors can work from anywhere.
• Pay is per-assignment. Hourly rate range is estimated to be $50-75/hr based on expected workload.