Steady assignments. Reliable pay. Outdoor Guide is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working freelance writers to join our team. Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience writing content for print or the web with a focus on outdoor living and adventure. We're seeking creative, self-motivated individuals who can produce high-quality, engaging content independently.
This is a remote freelance role with flexible hours and consistent work. U.S. and international writers are welcome to apply.
About Outdoor Guide
Outdoor Guide is your online base camp for all things outdoor living—from backyard gardening and home DIY projects to camping, hiking, and the world’s most remote adventures. Whether it’s shoveling snow, planting companion herbs, or planning your next national park road trip, we help readers make the most of life beyond the walls of their home.
Our team of passionate, experienced writers brings real-world knowledge across gardening, homesteading, outdoor recreation, and sustainable living. We also work with industry experts to deliver accurate, practical, and inspiring content to an audience that’s eager to get their hands dirty—or at least out of their pockets.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Select news and evergreen topics from a curated list of assignments
- Research, write, and submit 300- to 900-word articles via our custom CMS
- Turn around assignments quickly—speed and accuracy both matter here
- Follow our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to keep our content sharp, trustworthy, and engaging
What We Offer
- Compensation: $21 per hour
- Reliable payment: Paid on time, twice a month
- Flexible scheduling: You choose your own days and hours
- Fully remote: Work from anywhere with a good internet connection
- Massive reach: Static Media’s network receives 170M+ monthly visitors, and our content is syndicated on SmartNews, Apple News+, MSN, and Yahoo
What You’ll Need
- At least 3 years of editorial experience (writing and/or editing)
- Comfort working in a CMS
- Familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook and strong command of grammar and structure
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
- Your resume
- A brief cover letter
- Three professional writing samples relevant to the kind of content we publish
Applications missing any of these elements will not be considered.
All content on Static Media's sites is written entirely by humans. While we understand AI-written content is becoming prevalent, any articles submitted using AI during the hiring process will not be considered.
Job Types: Contract, Freelance
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Remote