Writer

Skills :

Microsoft Word a must. Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint helpful.

Good to have :

Technical writing experience

Basic knowledge of simple HTML coding

Knowledge of Chicago and AP (Associated Press) style

Knowledge of home repair and improvement

Requirements :

Writes in an easy-to-read, conversational style

Works well under deadline pressure

Possesses a gut-level understanding of the difference between good writing and bad

Has an instinctive aversion to the passive voice and the superfluous use of the future tense

Is comfortable having work edited

Can learn house editorial style

Works well in a collaborative atmosphere and also can work independently

Duties :

Research and write short articles (500-750 words) for a website devoted to helping homeowners maintain and improve their homes and yards.

Edit and proofread other writers’ articles.

Enter articles and other content into a content management system.

Help generate ideas for article topics.

Help plan themes for a monthly electronic newsletter, evaluate images, and write lead-in copy

Help as needed with production and publication to website