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<![CDATA[Website company seeking candidate to view Internet video and transcribe to text. Required: Proficiency in English grammar, typing rate of 45+ words per minute, efficiency in MS Word. Preferred: English or communications collegiate major and knowledge and experience in outdoor sports (fishing, hunting). ]]>

<![CDATA[Stay Thirsty Publishing (<a href="http://www.staythirstypublishing.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.staythirstypublishing.com</a>), the digital book publishing division of Stay Thirsty Media, Inc., a global news and media organization seen in over 170 countries, seeks to sign three veteran authors with new manuscripts for its Stay Thirsty Press imprint, and two debut or emerging authors or scholars with new manuscripts for its Schiller & Wells, Ltd. imprint. If you are a veteran author who has been released by your current publisher or had a project with a major publisher recently canceled, or a debut or emerging author or scholar with a strong manuscript and a compelling personal story, we would like to hear from you or your literary agent. Please review our site and if you are interested in joining the Digital Book Revolution, email the first two chapters of your work, a brief synopsis and your resume to submissions@staythirstypublishing.com. If we are interested, we will contact you.]]>

<![CDATA[To be considered, applicant must: Apply through the cj Advertising Web site at <a href="http://www.cjadvertising.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.cjadvertising.com</a> and click on the "Work for cj" link in the top right corner. Job Requirements - BA/BS degree required (English/Communications) - Excellent writing skills and relevant search engine writing experience required - Detail-oriented with excellent proofreading and editing skills, including grammar, punctuation, usage, spelling, and style - Experienced in conducting Web-based research and utilizing credible sources when creating new Web site content - Knowledge of Web/SEO writing standards and practices, including the ability to work with SEO Specialists to develop and update copy for Web sites - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to participate on interdepartmental teams - Must provide writing samples and/or completed Web sites upon interview Job Responsibilities - Create unique content for multiple law firm Web sites - Edit and update copy on a regular basis - Manage projects from concept to implementation - Continual communication with department heads and team members regarding deadlines, status of copy, etc. - Proofread copy to ensure all changes are made correctly - Contribute to the cjPedia, including the Research Center, Employee Resources section, and the FISH Tank and Learning Center - Work with Web department on projects as needed, including Web blurbs for clients, special page requests, and bio updates from clients, SFL brand updates, CWAC, and others as requested We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and L.T.D. Insurance; a generous vacation package; flexible hours; and casual dress environment. Adjectives to Describe the Ideal Candidate: Creative Articulate Persuasive Meticulous Analytical Organized Multitasker Well-read Positive Friendly Energetic ]]>

<![CDATA[POSITION DESCRIPTION: Primary responsibilities include preparation of proposals and grant applications, and performance of responsible professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities in the areas of Education. Candidate will possess excellent writing and computer skills (Microsoft Office Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel), and database management skills. The candidate must be highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes, able to effectively work under pressure, use independent judgment and produce a quality work product within tight time constraints. Previous experience will demonstrate a proven track record in securing new funding opportunities; comprehensive knowledge of research, and the ability to distinguish and identify funding opportunities that align with corporate priorities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • At least 5 years of recent, successful experience scanning for, soliciting, and writing responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs); 3 years in the field of education preferred • Understanding of the education business preferred, including the roles of institutions of higher education, research and development firms; national, state, regional, and local education agencies; education product vendors, foundations, etc. • Understanding of funding organizations, both public and private, and their funding priorities, processes, and requirements ]]>

<![CDATA[ A new country music focused website is looking for writer/website content creators on free-lance basis. Needless to say if you know and follow today's country music scene - that fact in itself will yield an incredible advantage. You will work with: • Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube • Editing photos and video for blog entries • Posting of HTML content, ad code, and blog articles. • Wordpress blog maintenance and updating • Writing, editing and posting of articles and echo entries for social platforms • Managing Media databases, updates and creation of press releases The ideal candidate will be web-savvy, skilled at using Wordpress, knows the basics with photo and video editing, is well familiar with social media platforms, and someone who is up for challenges andwho learns quickly. A demonstration of previous work a big plus. Please send resume and links to previous work. ]]>

<![CDATA[Out & About Newspaper (O&AN) is seeking full-time managing editor/creative director, responsible for the editorial and creative direction of the publication. O&AN is a monthly GLBT (gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender) tabloid format newspaper, and is Tennessee’s largest and only state-wide GLBT newspaper. The company has been in business since Oct. 2002. The managing editor/creative director is responsible for the following duties: • Responsible for overall editorial content and management of day-to-day operations. • Develop editorial budget each month, set and enforce deadlines • Assign stories to volunteer writing staff, follow up and keep staff on deadline • Assist and manage overall newspaper operations, including layout production, preparing story order, gathering art for layout • Manage the online content management system • Edit all copy per AP style • Write a minimum of one new story each day for O&AN Web site (Monday - Friday) • Write and post breaking news on O&AN Web site as needed • Review, edit, and post as necessary, news releases to Web site • Prepare, edit and send out a weekly email “newsletter” to O&AN readers • Prepare, edit and send out breaking news alerts to O&AN readers • Write a minimum of three new articles for the print edition each month • Take photos as needed • Represent O&AN at community functions and serve as an ambassador to the community • Cultivate and develop volunteer writing staff • Manage daily office functions and keep office staffed during set business hours • Manage Web site and adjust story flow and story order as necessary, including updating and adjusting. • Responsible for maintaining journalistic standards • Attend and manage staff meetings • Maintain and post daily to FaceBook, Twitter and other social networking sites • Other duties as assigned At a minimum a degree in journalism is required, along with previous editorial experience familiar with Tennessee's GLBT community. A flexible attitude, willingness to jump in and help is required. Candidate must be able to meet deadlines and because breaking news often happens, work in a quick pace, stressful environment. Candidate must a self-starter and self-motivated. Additional skills that would be ideal would be to find a candidate that is also proficient in Quark/InDesign and Photoshop and Illustrator, with a solid grasp of setting up style sheets and master pages, solid pre-press and pre-flighting skills, to handle the design and layout of the publication each month. Send resume and salary requirements to email link. Please apply no later than March 12, 2010. ]]>

<![CDATA[If you have a knack for writing and are active in Nashville's comedy scene, we need you to write for us. If interested, please send a list of experience and a writing sample to editor@dreamrow.com.]]>

<![CDATA[Opportunity for individuals who are enthusiastic, creative, self-starters, and those want to work! Our publication company wants and needs hard-working team members to write product descriptions, news stories, and blogs. If you are creative, an eye for detail and a self-starter, we want to talk to you immediately! Reply with your resume and salary history with a one paragraph sample of your writing. Interviews will begin immediately. Graduates with a degree in this area or related experience, reply as well. (Working from home can be possible) Proficient skills in: 1. Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint 2. Excellent spelling and grammar skills 3. Write press releases and post to media outlets 4. Edit and proof documents 5. Web research skills 6. Attention to detail 7. Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced environment 8. Forward, independent thinking capabilities 9. Self-starter and ability to work with little supervision Full-time with periods of part-time work. ]]>

<![CDATA[Our organization is searching for a person to fill our copywriter position. You will need to be able to produce content and evaluate all of our other writers work.]]>

<![CDATA[We need someone to put together our web page content. We will show your sites with content in the style we like, give you the basic info we want and be available to work with you as you go. It would be especially helpful if had some ideas about how to present the information on the pages. It's a simple two page site. Just an about us/home page and a basic what we do/have done page. Unfortunately due to all the spamming on craigslist we can't link our site here. Please respond with examples of your writing and a quote and we will send you a link to our temporary site. Thanks!]]>

<![CDATA[Seeking someone to write 1,500 – 2,000 word sales page for web site to sell my spiritually-based, motivational, self-help books. You don’t need to worry about technical, loading onto host, etc. – just writing of message. Will supply past web pages, testimonials, books, etc.. You must supply examples of sales-oriented pages you have written, heavy on subtle call to action statements. Beginning copywriters most welcome to submit a bid. To be considered, please submit your bid along with at least 1 example of your writing style. I will contact you if interested and your bid/sample(s) fit my needs. ]]>

<![CDATA[Editor-Social Media Gibson Guitar Corp, the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturer, seeks an experienced and visionary editor for Gibson.com. Position Purpose: Candidate will tend to the marketing needs of a historic company by helping shape and create innovative marketing content. Duties and Responsibilities: • Manage the fast-paced daily needs of product content and marketing initiatives, working closely with other corporate teams to meet directives. • Drive grassroots marketing initiative through use of Facebook, Twitter and other social media. • Pitch in wherever necessary. Duties may include writing and editing marketing materials and press releases, and contributing in any editorial or marketing capacity. • Report to Editorial Director and work both independently and directly with other editors and writers. Knowledge and Skills: • Candidate must have extensive knowledge of Gibson instruments, and a strong background in publishing, marketing or the MI industry. • Candidate must have experience successfully managing and working with a diverse team of independent people. • Candidate must be computer savvy, in order to post and edit live content. • Adept at creating powerful, intelligent marketing content. • Highly organized and a strong and creative idea generator. • Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and to work consistently and efficiently with a busy staff under tight deadlines. • Proven skills at Facebook, Twitter and other grassroots marketing tools, with exceptional web skills. Must have a good grasp of search engine optimization. Education and Work Experience: • This is NOT an entry level position. The right candidate must have at least 7 years of writing and editing experience with a major publication, marketing or advertising agency. • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience. • Published clips and recommendations from previous employers. • Daily publication or online experience preferred. Please send: 1- resume (in Word format) 2- salary requirements 3- references 4- samples of published and unpublished writing, and also links to blog/Twitter/Facebook pages to: careers@gibson.com Please put “Editor – Social Media” in the email subject line. Local candidates strongly preferred as relocation is not offered. No phone calls please. ]]>

<![CDATA[Multi-site online travel content publishing company desires an intern who will receive college credit for working 8-10 hours per week. This is a position with flexible work hours that will entail weekly meetings but a remote working arrangement. Areas of focus include writing/reporting, marketing, PR, and website content creation. Al Centro Media is an umbrella company controlling a variety of online magazines, blogs, and resource sites related to international travel. Subject matter ranges from budget travel to gear to luxury vacations. Real responsibilities---not filing and fetching coffee---will include the following: * Social media marketing on platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. * Posting of HTML content, ad code, and blog articles. * Clean-up and optimization of web pages * Wordpress maintenance and upgrades * Writing and posting of articles * Organizing and publicizing of contests/promotions * Media database updates and creation of press releases * Editing of web video and photos The ideal candidate will be web-savvy, skilled at using Wordpress, well-versed in social media platforms, and a self-starter who learns quickly. A demonstrated history of being proactive and creative is a big plus. To apply, please send a short description of what makes you a good match, your availability time frame, and your resume. We are hiring for both right now and for the summer period. ]]>

<![CDATA[A product development company seeks experienced, off-site, freelance proofreader with strong track record. Must have background in juvenile or educational product and long-term work in Chicago style. Send cover letter, work samples, and up-to-date résumé.]]>

<![CDATA[Dream Row is looking for freelance writers for entertainment industry columns. The publication is a blog, solely created to be a resource for those seeking a career in the entertainment industry. This is not a fan site, it is geared for those seeking a career in music, film, comedy...etc. If you are interested in writing for us, please send approx. 300-600 words on one of the following topics. - A major event which will have an impact on the entertainment industry in or around Nashville - A technical review on a new piece of entertainment equipment - An inspirational story involved with the entertainment industry - A story of an industry artist/affiliate of charitable giving - A write up on a recent concert you attended No writing education required. We are seeking those who are able to express their thoughts clearly and have knowledge of at least some areas of the entertainment industry. Compensation will be discussed after submissions are evaluated. You may be asked to contribute a submission for no compensation at the outset. ]]>

<![CDATA[Writers wanted for Williamson/Davidson/Rutherford County based periodical. Starts as non-paid internship until liftoff to paper print. Please email for more details. Qualifications summary, writing sample, resume would be helpful. ]]>

<![CDATA[Our team is looking to ad a copywriter for our online adventures. This position will have specific topics to cover each week. Please send over a short example for consideration.]]>

<![CDATA[Would you hire a plumber and then promise to pay her for the work only if your house sold? How is it any different for a writer? The writer, who is doing all of the work, will be an "equal partner?" Give me a break. If your story is so great, put your money where your mouth is and hire someone to tell it. Or better yet, do the work yourself. Just try not to write it in all capital letters.]]>

<![CDATA[This unpaid position can lead to a paid position here, or if you prefer to spin-off into your own blog site after you garner a following you can feel free. LiveMusicGuide.com is a soon-to-be-launched national search engine that focuses exclusive on tens of thousands of tour dates, artists, and venues in users’ local areas. Because of our commitment to live music search, the service will provide information that is far more comprehensive, organized, and user friendly than the vast majority of broad spectrum search engines that already exist. In addition to the search engine, LiveMusicGuide.com will include blogging and social networking components. LiveMusicGuide.com is seeking 6 bloggers to write and manage their own blog on our website. You will launch your blog in your area of expertise. There are opening to cover COUNTRY, Rock, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Classical, and our Electronic blog. We need someone with good management skills because ultimately you will develop your own bloggers to cover sub-genres within your genre of expertise. If you have always wanted a vehicle from which to have your voice heard LiveMusicGuide.com can be that platform. We offer you a vehicle that will attract the sort of readership you’ve always dreamed about. Inspiring readers with your style and content is up to you. This is your very own blog. It’s your baby. It’s yours. We will provide resources, support, and whatever else it takes to turn out a product that keeps your readers coming back again and again. Please be sure to create and submit a sample blog/column so that we can get a sense of your vision and style. We are hoping to provide you with an opportunity to develop your own portfolio while contributing to our start-up live-music-centric website. If it helps your career going forward you may add your experience at LiveMusicGuide.com to your resume as either a professional position or an internship. Pre-requisites: • Must love music. A lot! • Must love to write. A lot! • Must be opinionated. A lot! • Must have style. A lot! • Must be someone that will take this opportunity seriously. • Must be able to keep your finger on the pulse of the music, artists, musical events, festivals, new releases, news, etc, within the genre of music you are applying for (either Rock, Country, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Classical, or Electronic) • Need to have the ability to follow production schedules and deadlines that we agree make sense to maintain an effective blog • Maintain professionalism and enthusiasm about what you are doing • Work well with an absolute minimum of direct supervision • Must have good management skills • Excellent computer skills • Previous blogging experience a real plus • Previous experience with SEO or SEM a real plus • Provide writing samples • Create and submit a sample blog • Provide a list of blogs that you read • Provide a list of artists that you enjoy listening to and have knowledge of Responsibilities: • Write a blog about the genre of music that you would like to cover exclusively • Interview and report about artists that you and your readers are interested in • Periodic update of some general industry information onto your blog • Periodic update of our Social Media Marketing regarding your blog (its easy) ]]>

<![CDATA[HERE WE GO AGAIN, PLEASE READ THIS POSTING CAREFULLY. I AM AN EX-AIRLINE PILOT. I HAVE TWO PARTNERS FROM OTHER BUSINESS VENTURES THAT ARE IN THE AVIATION FIELD. WE HAVE A VERY GOOD STORY TO TELL ABOUT THE REGIONAL AIRLINE BUSINESS. WITH PUBLIC AWARNESS AT AN ALL TIME HIGH, THIS IS THE TIME TO GET A BOOK OUT THAT REVIELS WHAT IS GOING ON IN THE AIRLINE BUSINESS. ONE OF THE THREE OF US HAS A DECENT BACKGROUND IN THE FIELD OF WRITING. HE WILL BE ABLE TO ASSIST IN ORGANIZING OUR THOUGHS. HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: WE WANT A WRITING "PARTNER" !!!! WE ARE NOT PAYING ANYONE TO WRITE FOR US. IF YOU LIKE OUR STORY AND YOU WANT TO ASSIST IN GETTING IT OUT TO THE PUBLIC, YOU WILL BE AN EQUAL "PARTNER". PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT US IF YOU NEED A CASH GARANTEE!!!! WE PREFER TO HAVE SOMEONE WITH AN AVIATION BACKGROUND, BUT WE ARE FLEXABLE. THE BOOK WILL REVIEL SOME REALLY SHOCKING DETAILS CONCERNING THE "RAILROAD TRANSPORTATION ACT" AND THE FLIGHT FARMS COMING OUT OF FLORIDA. WE WILL DISCUSS AGES AND PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH YOUNG INEXPERIENCED PILOTS. WE WILL DISCUSS CORPORATE GREED AND PUBLIC SAFETY ISSUES. THIS IS A CRITICAL PUBLICATION. ]]>

<![CDATA[Our team is looking to ad a writer that can produce an abundance of content each week. Send over examples for consideration.]]>

<![CDATA[Day Translations, Inc. is a professional translation & interpretation company. Right now we are looking for Spanish/English interpreters in Hermitage, TN and surrounding areas. Candidates must be fully bilingual, professional, prompt & polite, and have an impeccable work ethic. Medical interpreting experience or medical terminolgy knowledge is a plus. If you meet all of these requirements, please submit your resume, cover letter, and hourly rate to shopwood@daytranslations.com and/or hr@daytranslations.com Cordially, HR Mananger Day Translations, Inc. ]]>

<![CDATA[Mergermarket has a vacancy for a business reporter to work out of the Nashville market. The role involves originating stories and covering news, interviewing senior executives and uncovering exclusive information on deals. Strong research skills and knowledge of the local business environment are a plus. The ideal candidate will have a track record of breaking business news in several sectors in Nashville and the Southeast, as well as solid banking and industry sources. Candidates should be willing to travel occasionally to conferences within the US. If this position is of interest to you, please send a resume and cover letter to jobopeningssf@mergermarket.com. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience of the applicant. Part of the Financial Times Group, mergermarket is a fast-paced M&A intelligence service which provides forward-looking origination and news on deal flow. Mergermarket Ltd is fully committed to a policy of non-discrimination and to promoting equality of opportunity in employment on grounds of merit, experience, skills and aptitude in order to maximize the full potential of both existing and prospective employees.]]>

<![CDATA[We are a print publication bringing together the best of catastrophic literature. This anthology is a tribute to Mary Shelley's novel, "The Last Man." Submissions to the Last Man Anthology will be accepted until filled. The anthology will be released August 30, 2010 in celebration of Mary Shelley's birthday. Word count: 1500-8888 words. All fiction should focus on the theme of catastrophic literature, and present interesting and innovative ideas that lend to the conception of being the last. Show us the last man, woman, robot, alien, planet, universe. The last person to do what. The last planet to do what. Show us the end of the world. What world is up to you to decide. The characters or world must show the last of something. Stories should be science fiction in nature, although genre-bending is acceptable. No alternate history. Email submissions to LastManAnthology[@]aol.com. Attachments in doc. or docx. Subject header should read: Last Man Anth/title/word count. Please include a bio, any creative writing or college classes you've taken, if any. In a few sentences tell us what your favorite book is and why. Lastly, in a few sentences explain why science fiction is important to you. Visit our website for complete instructions: <a href="http://lastmananthology.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow">http://lastmananthology.weebly.com/</a> ]]>