Continental Europe Genealogy Content Writer (Part-Time)

10 Ancestry.com Operations Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 214,000; Part time

Job summary

Ancestry is seeking a part-time contract-based writer with expertise in Continental European genealogy to describe records and write engaging content. You will research historical contexts, create descriptions for records, and produce blog posts under style guidelines.

Qualifications include strong writing skills, experience with history topics, and ability to work independently. Compensation is piece-based, with rates between $25 and $155 per piece.

Qualifications

• Must have continental Europe genealogy research and writing expertise.
• Experience researching historical context to support records descriptions.
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to tone and guidelines.
• Background in diverse areas of study or family history encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Editor and Program Manager to revise writing assignments.
• Conduct in-depth historical research for each assignment.
• Write content for record descriptions, stories from records, and blog posts.
• Ensure adherence to style guidelines and deadlines.
• Support facts with thorough research.

Skills

Continental Europe genealogy research

Historical writing

Content writing

Research skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in history/English/journalism or related field

Job description

Ancestry is seeking a part-time contract-based writer with expertise in Continental European genealogy to describe records and write engaging content. You will research historical contexts, create descriptions for records, and produce blog posts under style guidelines.

Qualifications include strong writing skills, experience with history topics, and ability to work independently. Compensation is piece-based, with rates between $25 and $155 per piece.