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Does this seem like a legit job advert?

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OhDannieBouy · 24/05/2022 22:47

Shamelessly posting here for traffic.

Does this seem like a legit job advert? I really want to apply but have heard some job adverts can be people basically trying to get your info.

Full Job Description

Are you an animal fanatic? Do you have a particular love of dogs?

We are searching for passionate freelance content writers for a dog website.

Your role will be to write original, engaging and factually correct content. First hand experience on subjects including dog adoption, breeding, behaviour, training and dog food would be beneficial.

We want people with a well-rounded professional background with domestic animals that can provide expert insight. Maybe you are a dog walker or sitter, work at a vets or volunteered at a dog rescue - we would love to hear from you.

You’ll be working with a team of industry experts including qualified veterinarians who will be fact checking all content. This will mean extensive, air-tight research will need to be conducted if you have no first hand experience on the topic. We expect writers to back up claims with high quality, data backed advice on certain articles.

We need someone flexible but reliable. We’ll keep you topped up with a consistent stream of varied work and in return, you’ll commit to a steady-paced turnaround of high quality content.

The perfect candidate:

Strong animal-orientated backgroundCapacity to write at least 1 - 2 blog posts per week (1,000 - 3,000+ words each)Excellent writing styleAbility to show your personality and experience in your writingThe ability to provide us with original photographs based on the topic (preferred but not essential)A genuine love for animalsStrong, data driven research skills

What We Can Offer:

Consistent, long term workA clear and structured workflow with flexible working hours from homeThe opportunity to write about a subject you love

If your application is successful you will be asked to complete a paid writing task of 1000 words.

Rates Of Pay:

£45 - 1,000 Words£65 - 1,500 Words£80 - 2,000 Words£90 - 2,500 Words£100 - 3,000 Words

To Apply for this role, please answer the following questions in your application. Applicants that fail to answer all the questions and provide 3 writing samples will unfortunately not be considered. NO CV's.

Name:

Email:

Location:

Why do you want to work with us?

What experience do you have?

Please provide links if published or attach if not, 3 pieces of content preferably on dogs or animals that you have written:

Which is the better dry food vs wet food?

Should you return a rescue dog back to the shelter if things aren’t working out?

Job Type: Freelance

Salary: Up to £22.50 per hour

OP posts:
Lampan · 24/05/2022 22:55

Regardless of whether it’s real or not, they seem to be expecting an awful lot for the pay they are offering. If they want meticulous research and original photographs, it’s going to work out at far less that £22.50 per hour.
I would also be wary of “flexible but reliable” (they plan to mess you around) and “a steady-paced turnaround of high quality content”

Merryclaire · 24/05/2022 22:59

Sounds like it could be real but the pay is below market value for the word count.

ThreeLittleDots · 24/05/2022 23:03

Well it's not employment, just additional income that'll take up a lot of time.

tulippa · 24/05/2022 23:07

That pay is awful for what they're asking!

Coasterfan · 24/05/2022 23:10

As others have said the pay is low for what they want, also just be careful if they ask for money run a mile. I looked into some freelance writing during the first lockdown and the only interest I got was from a company who wanted me to pay them a £100 deposit to show I was committed to the work. Errrr no!!!

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