What are you going to do:
We are looking for freelance writers, or wannabe writers to write children's stories of 1000-2000 words.
Successful candidates will be added to our (very select) list of Magic Ink Pot writers.
As a Magic Ink Pot writer, you will be offered commissions on a freelance basis as they arise.
What we offer:
- Work to fit around your other commitments.
- Fast payment for completed work.
- One-to-one editorial criticism of your work to help you develop as a writer.
- We will pay £50 -100 per story.
- We won't hold it against you if you sometimes need to turn down a commission due to looming exams or essay deadlines.
What we ask:
- No minimum educational requirement. If you can write well, we want to hear from you.
- We do not require any experience. You only need to be able to write beautifully.
- You need to be able to dream up highly imaginative and original stories.
- You need an excellent command of English.
- You need be able to write rich, compelling prose.
- You need to be able to work to tight deadlines: 1000-2000 words in under 5 days.
- You need to be an inveterate book addict and have a keen interest in folk-tales, myths and legends from all over the world.
Apply
Are you the perfect candidate? Click the button 'apply now' and we'll contact you as soon as possible!
Extra information
You will need to be willing to transfer copyright of your stories to The Magic Ink Pot. We will, however, credit you as the author in print.
- Status
- Closed
- Education Level
- College, Secondary School, University, Other
- Location
- UK
- Type of Contract
- Casual / Part Time Jobs, Evening Job, Summer / Holiday Jobs
- Profession type
- Teaching / Instructors / Guides
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- Yes
- Languages
- English
Teaching Jobs | Casual / Part Time Jobs | Evening Job | Summer / Holiday Jobs | College | Secondary School | University | Other
