Remote Content Writer - Native American Genealogy & History

10 Ancestry.com Operations Inc.; United States; À distance; USD 40 000 - 64 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Ancestry seeks a part-time contractor Content Writer who is passionate about family history and storytelling to join our Contextual Content team. You will work with the Editor and Program Manager to complete writing assignments, ensuring the tone and style meet Ancestry standards.

The role requires experience with Native American genealogy research and writing, plus the ability to manage deadlines and deliver quality content on time. This is a part-time contract and not eligible for benefits.

Qualifications

• Prefer degree in history, English, journalism, or related field or equivalent professional writing experience.
• Experience writing about historical events.
• Experience writing about sensitive topics.
• Background in Native American studies, African American studies, Latin American studies, or related fields.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow guidelines and tone; adhere to style guides.
• Strong internet and research skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated self-starter.
• Background in family history.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with Editor and Program Manager to revise and develop each writing assignment to completion.
• Conduct in-depth historical research to support each assignment.
• Write content for formats including record descriptions, personalized stories from historical records, and blog posts.
• Ensure style guidelines and tone align with department goals and values; maintain audience awareness.
• Ensure presented facts are supported by thorough research.
• Meet all writing deadlines and provide status updates as requested.

Connaissances

Content writing

Historical research

Native American history

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Formation

Bachelor's degree in History/English/Journalism

Description du poste

Ancestry seeks a part-time contractor Content Writer who is passionate about family history and storytelling to join our Contextual Content team. You will work with the Editor and Program Manager to complete writing assignments, ensuring the tone and style meet Ancestry standards.

The role requires experience with Native American genealogy research and writing, plus the ability to manage deadlines and deliver quality content on time. This is a part-time contract and not eligible for benefits.