Your mission
We are seeking a talented and passionate Travel Writer to join our dynamic editorial team. The ideal candidate is an experienced, resourceful storyteller with a deep love for exploration and the ability to craft compelling, accurate, and engaging content across various platforms. You will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing articles, guides, and features that inspire our audience to explore the world.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your travel writing experience, and links to three (3) of your best published travel articles.
Key Responsibilities
* Content Creation:
o Generate ideas on a daily basis and identify gaps in coverage.
o Research, write and submit original, high-quality travel features, guides, galleries, round-ups, comments, analysis, news and reviews to deadline.
o Ensure all content is well‐researched, fact‐checked, grammatically correct and aligned with our brand voice and editorial standards.
o Optimise content for SEO to maximise reach and visibility.
* Research & Interviews:
o Conduct in‐depth research on destinations, cultural trends, travel logistics, and relevant topics.
o Perform interviews with experts, locals and travellers to gather unique insights and perspectives.
* Collaboration:
o Work closely with the editorial, photography and marketing teams to develop content strategies and visual storytelling.
o Participate in content planning meetings and pitch fresh, innovative travel ideas.
o Support in planning and generating new content, as well as updating and improving existing content.
* Editing & Revision:
o Revise and edit your own work and the work of freelance contributors.
o Respond effectively to editorial feedback and implement necessary changes.
* Travel (Optional/Project‐Based):
o Undertake press trips or assigned travel to gather first‐hand material, take original photos/videos, and immerse yourself in the destination (this will be determined by specific assignments).
Your profile
* Genuine passion for travel, cultural exploration, and storytelling.
* A high degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and professionalism.
* Comfortable with the use of digital tools and social media for content promotion and research.
Experience
* Proven experience (typically 4+ years) as a professional writer, journalist, or content creator, with a strong portfolio showcasing published travel‐related work (print or digital).
* Experience of planning new content and improving existing content, with a good contact book of PR experts and writers to call on.
* Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and formats.
* Strong knowledge of SEO best practices for content creation.
* Able to edit, check and publish copy, source imagery/video, and create landing pages.
* Excellent research, fact‐checking, and organisational skills.
* Good knowledge of travel trends, with an understanding of when and why people book and what they want to read.
* Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, and thrive in a fast‐paced environment.
* Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress.
* Understanding of the importance of great imagery/video and the importance of harnessing social channels to drive engagement.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
Benefits
* Annual Leave: 25 days' holiday during each holiday year
* Additional holiday day for your birthday
* Generous Pension scheme
* Private Medical Insurance and Medicash Cash Plan
* Employee Assistance Program
* Life Assurance 6x salary
* Accident cover
* Income protection scheme
* Enhanced Maternity Pay
* Plus all of the perks of working for a fun media company!
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