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Freelance Writer Job at BOLD Magazine in New York

BOLD Magazine, New York, NY, USA

Job type: Freelance


BOLD is a digital magazine covering

fashion, lifestyle, culture, and technology . We publish thoughtful, culturally relevant stories with a strong editorial voice for a global, internet-savvy audience.
We are currently in an

early growth phase , publishing primarily on

Substack , while building a strong editorial foundation ahead of wider platform expansion.
Role Overview

We are looking for

Freelance Writers

who can consistently produce original, well-researched editorial content for BOLD. Writers will contribute articles across fashion, lifestyle, culture, and technology while working closely with the editorial team.
This is a

remote freelance opportunity

with the potential to grow into a

larger or long-term role

based on performance and editorial needs.
Key Responsibilities

Write

original, high-quality editorial articles

for BOLD Magazine
Pitch

relevant and timely story ideas
Cover topics across:

Fashion
Lifestyle & culture
Internet culture and technology

Conduct

thorough research and fact-checking
Meet agreed

editorial deadlines
Revise drafts based on

editorial feedback
Follow BOLD’s

editorial SOP, tone, and style guidelines
Source suitable images and provide correct credits when required
Collaborate with editors to maintain

consistency and quality
Content Expectations

Article Length:

800–1000 words (up to 1500 words maximum)
Publishing Frequency:

Approximately

2–5 articles per week , depending on editorial planning and team requirements
Section allocation

will be decided based on editorial needs and the number of writers in the team.
Required Skills & Experience

Strong

writing and storytelling ability
Excellent command of

British / standard English
Ability to write

clear, engaging long-form content
Understanding of

digital media and contemporary culture
Comfortable working

independently in a remote environment
Ability to research and reference

credible sources
Nice to Have

Background in

fashion, lifestyle, journalism, or cultural media
Previous

bylines or published writing samples
Experience with

digital publishing platforms (e.g., Substack)
Interest in

trend analysis, opinion writing, or interviews
Basic understanding of

SEO and digital headlines
Editorial Standards

All work submitted must meet BOLD’s editorial standards:
Original, non-AI generated writing

(AI may be used for research only)
Clear structure with

strong leads and narrative flow
Well-researched and culturally aware

content
Opinionated where appropriate, but

fact-driven and responsible
Professional, respectful tone aligned with

BOLD’s editorial voice
Compensation

$0.10 per word
Payment based on

approved and published articles
Clear payment schedule

communicated during onboarding
Growth Opportunity

Writers who consistently deliver

high-quality work

may be considered for

expanded responsibilities or full-time editorial roles

as BOLD grows.

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