Tips for Hiring for Freelance Magazine Writing Jobs
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Hiring for freelance magazine writing jobs can be a tedious process. Freelance magazine writers abound, especially online, so finding the perfect candidate among a selection of many applicants can be tricky and time-consuming. You can make the process easier and faster by writing a very detailed ad and requesting writing samples appropriate to your publication.
Make Your Ad as Specific as Possible
Lots of people are seeking magazine freelance writing opportunities, so be prepared to be flooded with responses. The more specific you make your ad, the better your chances of receiving responses from qualified writers, and the faster you'll be able to hire the writer you want. Give as many details about the freelance magazine writing job as possible. Include your pay rate, whether the job is work-for-hire or will include a byline, what rights you buy, and a clear description of the position as well as the type of writer you're looking for. Saying you're seeking freelance magazine writers with previous writing experience isn't specific enough. Do you want freelance magazine writing experience, or will web writing experience suffice? Do you want someone who has written for freelance writing magazines, or do you want an experienced pet columnist?
Reviewing Resumes Wastes Time
When writing your job ad, consider whether or not you really want to request freelance writers' resumes. There is only so much information you can learn from a freelance writer's resume, and often times, the writing jobs listed aren't relevant to freelance writing for magazines or to the job you're trying to fill. Even if a writer does have experience writing for a magazine similar to yours, seeing only the title of an article on a resume doesn't tell you anything about the writer's style or how good she is at working on deadline. Reviewing a stack of resumes is usually a waste of time when it comes to filling a magazine writing position.
Request Related Writing Samples
Instead of requesting resumes, ask for related writing samples. Reading a related sample gives you the opportunity to assess the freelance writer's style and approach to a similar topic. When requesting writing samples, make sure you state in your ad that you seek samples only on whatever topic you want the writer to cover.
Go Freelance can help you find the perfect candidates for all your freelance writing jobs and freelance magazine writing positions. Whether you need to hire an ongoing columnist or a one-time feature writer, you can post your magazine writing jobs at Go Freelance free of charge and get targeted responses from qualified freelance magazine writers.
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