Content writer need for international student ebook update (Guide to NYC)
Budget: $15 – $50 USD
Freelance Copywriter/Editor
One To World is a New York-based not-for-profit organization that works to advance global cooperation and foster intercultural understanding by creating face-to-face experiences among local communities, international students and Fulbright scholars. One To World engages the over 80,000 international students studying in the New York-area (including over 800 Fulbright grantees) through programs that create understanding and build positive relationships between area residents and these unofficial ambassadors from all over the world. Our programs provide a unique opportunity for U.S. residents and international students to engage on an intimate level; having dinner inside local homes, sharing culture and experiences in the classroom, and volunteering their time together through community service projects.
One To World is seeking a copywriter/editor for an update to its e-publication The International Student's Survival Guide to Living in NYC, an invaluable and proven resource for both newly arrived and long-term resident students, interns, and educators. For a sample of the e-book, please click here.
Job description
• Edit and proofread 45,000 word e-publication
• Conduct research and update all content as necessary, including updating links and resources
• Complete book updates by February 1, 2021
Qualifications
• Exceptional grammar, writing, copyediting, and proofreading skills
• Experience engaging university students and/or international audience
• Experience with e-publications or e-books
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Research experience
• Experience living or working in New York City is a plus
• International experience (work, study or living) or experience working with diverse cultures a plus
One To World is a New York-based not-for-profit organization that works to advance global cooperation and foster intercultural understanding by creating face-to-face experiences among local communities, international students and Fulbright scholars. One To World engages the over 80,000 international students studying in the New York-area (including over 800 Fulbright grantees) through programs that create understanding and build positive relationships between area residents and these unofficial ambassadors from all over the world. Our programs provide a unique opportunity for U.S. residents and international students to engage on an intimate level; having dinner inside local homes, sharing culture and experiences in the classroom, and volunteering their time together through community service projects.
One To World is seeking a copywriter/editor for an update to its e-publication The International Student's Survival Guide to Living in NYC, an invaluable and proven resource for both newly arrived and long-term resident students, interns, and educators. For a sample of the e-book, please click here.
Job description
• Edit and proofread 45,000 word e-publication
• Conduct research and update all content as necessary, including updating links and resources
• Complete book updates by February 1, 2021
Qualifications
• Exceptional grammar, writing, copyediting, and proofreading skills
• Experience engaging university students and/or international audience
• Experience with e-publications or e-books
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Research experience
• Experience living or working in New York City is a plus
• International experience (work, study or living) or experience working with diverse cultures a plus