Skyword is recruiting experienced journalists for the Popular Mechanics website. This is for the site’s Home section. The ideal candidate has expertise in skills such as carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and/or landscaping, along with solid news judgment. Popular Mechanics is looking for how-to stories (everything from building raised garden beds to installing home automation equipment). It is seeking gear and gadget roundups. And it wants news stories on home technology trends, which can include everything from changing building codes to contractor scams, new construction materials, and other relevant topics.

This freelance writing opportunity is an excellent chance for journalists to align with a well-known brand.

Requirements:

-       Web experience, energy, creativity, efficiency

-       Expert-level reporting, writing, and editing skills

-       Passion for home improvement and creative DIY projects

About Skyword

Skyword is the leading content production platform. We enable organizations to reach and engage customers with highly relevant content that’s designed to succeed in search and the social web – two primary ways consumers get information today. 

If you are interested in this writing opportunity please send your resume to Grace at gpasciullo@skyword.com.