Bustle is seeking a remote, part-time writer to cover Beauty and Wellness. Day-to-day responsibilities include pitching and writing original reported beauty and wellness stories (both short turnaround and longer lead), evergreen, service stories, and trend pieces about topics in skin care, makeup, hair, and body care. A passion for beauty and wellness and an innate ability to trendspot in the fields are crucial. Examples of the kinds of articles you’d work on include this interview with brand founder Chana Ginelle on inclusivity in the industry; this fall hair trend piece; and this service piece on what chapped lips could mean.
The majority of stories will require the writer to find sources, conduct phone interviews, and cite peer-reviewed studies. A network of industry contacts and go-to experts (think dermatologists, estheticians, and trichologists) is a plus.
Candidates must have availability to work 3 days per week during business hours, ET. The writer will work remotely and communicate with the Senior Lifestyle & Beauty Editor throughout their shift.
Responsibilities
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- Write 6-8 500-word stories per week comprising a mix of pitches and assignments
- Stay up-to-date on the latest beauty trends and research and influential thought leaders in this space to produce authoritative content
- Manage ongoing assignments, including conducting interviews and follow-ups
Requirements
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- Applicants should have at least 2 years experience covering beauty and wellness topics at an online publication
- Ability to turn in clean, well-sourced, accurate copy in a timely fashion
- Comfort covering sensitive topics
- A sense for what makes a Bustle story
- Familiarity with SEO best practices
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