Description
Do you have in-depth knowledge of contemporary romance? Are you eager to put that expertise to good use and earn a consistent income?
If so, then this could very well be your next paid writing gig!
* Job Overview
We are currently looking to expand our fiction team with amazing and experienced contemporary romance writers. Please note, this role is looking for those with ample experience within contemporary romance, those without solid experience won’t qualify. Also, please be aware that writers must be US/Canada based. Exceptions can be made if you’re a brilliant writer from a native English speaking country.
We are a fast-paced, growing ghostwriting service that can provide you with consistent and exciting projects week after week! We offer consistent work without having to apply for jobs, with the work coming to you.
If you are someone that takes pride in their work and is looking to earn a regular income doing what you love, while also working from the comfort of your home or office, then you may be in luck!
* The Company
As a company, our brand is synonymous with the highest quality of writing and great customer experience. Our online reviews are a testament to that. We are thrilled about this and continue to strive for more.
However, our focus isn't just on our clients, but also on the team that helps make this happen. We love our team and are dedicated to creating an enjoyable work environment. Our working relationship ensures we can keep their calendars full of exciting projects whilst providing them with a steady income.
In return, our writers make sure that every client receives an outstanding experience from start to finish. As a collective, we're always looking for ways to improve our process. Our commitment to quality is an aspect of our brand we're always looking to improve, and is part of the reason our company has continued to grow.
* Pay Rate
Our current rate is $15 USD per 1,000 words. Our projects range from 20k up to 150k words.
Our busier writers earn $2,000+ a month writing a few hours a day around their studies and other gigs.
* Our Requirements
We're looking for contemporary romance writers with a good skill level, who are familiar with similar paced roles. Partnered with a good understanding of contemporary romance conventions, we also need writers who understand the intricacies of contemporary romance as well.
* Desired Bonus Subgenres/Themes
Within contemporary romance, we currently have the most demand for writers that write contemporary romance stories with any of the following additional subgenres/themes hybrids:
- Alpha male character
- Bully romance
- Billionaire romance
- Paranormal
* Here's what's required to be part of our team
- You write amazing romance stories. With a lot of tension, suspense, great dialogue, and good character development and characterization.
- You are US/Canada based, or exceptional writer from a different native English country.
- You can work with deadlines. We typically deliver 15k words in 1 week/ week and a half.
- You are knowledgeable in contemporary romance themes/tropes. You understand the readers, you understand the conventions and you can write to market.
- You take pride in your writing and can consistently deliver high-quality novels. You focus on delivering what the reader and client want.
- You are looking for a long-term gig and are eager & available to start.
- You are available throughout the day to respond to team and client messages on our platform.
- You are reliable, well-spoken, open to constructive criticism and a good communicator.
* Few things to consider before applying
Important: Please submit relevant samples for contemporary romance and samples for any of the bonus subgenres/themes we mentioned above. If you’re successful, we’ll hire you based on your ability to write and your understanding of contemporary romance conventions. We put a lot of emphasis on this as it's vital to understand what the reader wants.
We’ll prioritize those who can commit to at least 3-6 months of work. This is because we love to establish long-term relationships with our team, and also because our clients love to create a series of projects with the same writer.
Also, you must be able to sit down and write in order to meet deadlines. Good planning should make this easier. Again, availability throughout the day to respond to messages on our platform is essential.
Finally, you must fully understand what a ghostwriting position entails, and that no official credit will be given to you for the work completed.
* How To Apply?
If you're still interested, we're excited to hear from you! To apply, please click the below to complete our form; this will consist of multiple-choice questions, as well as somewhere to upload your writing samples. If you're a little unsure about your level of experience, you may wish to apply for our general romance fiction writers. This is a role that requires in-depth knowledge of contemporary romance, so if you feel you’re a good fit, we'd love to consider you :)
* Application Form
https://airtable.com/shrk4Ug4RngCp1fC3
Please remember to provide at least 2 samples, one of which conveys intimacy/a romantic moment between the characters. Each sample must be at least 1,000 words.
We get numerous applications on a daily basis, so please bear with us and allow at least 2 weeks for us to go through your application.
Best of luck!
Hotghostwriter Recruitment Department
Hotghostwriter.com
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