8 Job Boards for Writers: Where to Find Your Next Gig

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Writers are often grouped under the “starving artist” stereotype, with the assumption that all writers are destined to hold down odd jobs that allow them to work on their never-quite-finished novels or poetry.

However, what many people forget is that there are so many types of writing, and the reality is that pretty much every industry requires a writer somewhere.

With all those possibilities, you may wonder where you should look first if you’re interested in putting your writing skills to work. Job boards can simplify your search, making it easy to find freelance, full-time, or temporary jobs with companies or individual clients who need your talent.

The good news is that there are job boards just for writers, and we’ve rounded up the best ones here!

Job Boards for Writers

Below are 8 excellent job boards for writers that can help you find freelance or full-time jobs where you can put your skills to work.

1. Freelance Writing

Freelance Writing’s job board features writing jobs from a variety of sources (such as Craigslist and Indeed) all in one place.

Simply click on a job source to view jobs on that platform, or, just browse the daily listings across all sources. Filter results by using keywords or sorting them based on the date they were posted.

2. ProBlogger

ProBlogger’s job board is a great starting point for new freelance writers. Browse jobs by category, or search in your niche by keyword.

There aren’t a ton of high-paying jobs here, but for new freelance writers looking to build their reputations or simply gain experience, ProBlogger is a great place to start.

3. Contena

Contena curates all writing-related jobs online, not just from other job boards. You can sort through jobs by category or niche.

Set up Contena Alerts to get notified about new listings, with alerts sent to your inbox daily. You can customize your alerts with the criteria you want, such as pay rate or category, and Contena will send you only those matches.

Contena also helps freelancers by displaying the average rates within an industry, with real data from actual writers and companies.

4. All Freelance Writing

All Freelance Writing features a freelance marketplace where you can see what publications typically pay, as well as a freelance writing job board with curated jobs from different sites, such as Craigslist.

Pay ranges are listed in the descriptions, which can make your search more efficient. Sign up to the RSS feed to get alerts when new job listings are posted.

5. BloggingPro

BloggingPro sorts jobs via type (for example, freelance, internship, contract, part time, or temporary).

It’s easy to search for jobs that match your style or niche. While there are lots of blogging opportunities here (as the name suggests), you can also find copywriting, editing, and other gigs too.

6. Journalism Jobs

If you’re looking to put your journalistic skills to work, this is the site for you. Journalism Jobs posts openings for newspapers, PR firms, publishing houses, magazines, and other related organizations.

Although they do post some freelance jobs, you’re more likely to find professional, full-time writing positions here.

7. MediaBistro

Media Bistro allows you to search thousands of media-related jobs by duration (where you can find freelance, temporary, or permanent positions), level, and location.

You can also browse their categories, which include Creative and Design, Marketing and Communications, Operations and Strategy, Production, Sales and Business Development, and Writing and Editing. Sign up to receive jobs recommended for you, delivered straight to your inbox.

8. FlexJobs

Although not exclusively for writers, FlexJobs is the go-to job site for anyone seeking freelance, flexible, temporary, remote (including full-time and permanent) work, and there is no shortage of opportunities for writers, editors, journalists, and bloggers.

Browse jobs by category, industry, or company, or enter your own keywords. When you apply for a listing, you’ll be taken directly to the employer’s site to apply, so you don’t have to worry about your application going through third party sites. All listings are thoroughly vetted and certified legitimate by FlexJobs staff.

Is There a Demand for Writers?

The demand for authors and writers is expected to grow by 8% between 2016 and 2026. Websites, blogs, and online publications and services are growing in number and sophistication, which spurs demand for writers of all kinds.

With so many possibilities, it can be hard to know where to start. Job boards for writers can help point you in the right direction based on your skills and preferences, while our post on paid writing jobs can provide even more ideas.

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