Freelance Lifestyle Editorial Assistant—Observer Lifestyle

Location: Remote
Job Type: Freelance
Rate: $25 per hour, 20 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP

Observer is looking for a regular freelance editorial assistant to support the lifestyle vertical. We’re seeking someone to assist with CMS prep, photo research and collages, editorial calendars and additional administrative tasks. This is a part-time, remote position for ~20 hours per week. The editorial assistant will report to the Lifestyle and Travel Editor.

This is a role for an early-career journalist looking to gain experience in the media industry. The ideal candidate should have an interest in lifestyle topics, as well as familiarity with WordPress, SEO best practices and Canva.
The work:

• Formatting lifestyle articles, including adding SEO and website tags

• SEO updates

• Photo research

• Producing collages for stories

• Additional administrative tasks, including updating the lifestyle editorial calendar and lifestyle freelancer database 

We’re looking for someone with:

• Familiarity with WordPress/similar CMS systems, SEO and photo applications such as Canva 

• Strong attention to detail

• Excellent fact-checking and research skills 

Please note that this isn’t a writing position. Our rate is $25 per hour, with an expected work schedule of 20 hours per week. This contract role is limited to U.S.-based applicants. To apply, please send your resume to lifestyle@observer.com with “Your Full Name + FreelanceLifestyle Editorial Assistant” in the subject line, along with a brief introduction and information about your professional background.