WRITER
Typical work activities are likely to include some or all of the following:
- utilising application and discipline to write and rewrite continuously, and maintain originality;
- developing the technical skills of writing and methods for creative and imaginative thought;
- using literary skills to develop themes and storylines, whilst making characters and plots believable;
- working to tight deadlines, especially for theatre, screen and radio;
- researching stories and characters;
- undertaking factual research for writing projects using a variety of methods, and verifying factual content;
- conducting interviews with people either face-to-face, over the telephone or by email;
- submitting material for publication in the required and expected format;
- rewriting and adapting own material and the work of others for alternative formats, e.g. adapting novels for stage or radio/television broadcast;
- exercising self-discipline and time management skills to organise writing in conjunction with developing financial management/self-employment skills;
- working alone for much of the time; persevering with the solitary nature of the work;
- encouraging and acting upon critical feedback in the most appropriate manner;
- liaising with publishers, agents, script editors, producers and directors;
- finding and pursuing publication opportunities and staying positive and determined in the face of rejection;
- maintaining a realistic knowledge of the publication market and the energy and enthusiasm needed to succeed;
- attending courses and participating in workshops to improve and build upon writing skills;
- appearing at public readings and book signings.
Main Purpose of Role
- Produce agreed well-written and accurate management content within set deadlines
- Research agreed materials to be included in the book, within set deadlines
Core responsibilities
- Write features as agreed
- Thorough research of new destinations, hotels, tours, activities, etc.
- Checking details of the topic
- Create user-review feedback on featured hotels, restaurants, tours, activities as required
Essential skills, experience and abilities
- Experience of writing, preferably for different types of media, e.g. web, book, magazine
- Ability to write reviews and features in a descriptive but concise style
- Internet savvy
- Willingness to travel as required
- Experience of writing for different types of media, e.g. web, book, magazine
- Formal qualification in writing / journalism / English / Indonesia
- Significant experience of independent travel in the specific region
- Understanding of Search Engine Optimisation and writing for the web
Desirable personal qualities
Please send your application and recent pthotograph ( is a must )no later than 10 (ten) days after issuance of this advertisement to:
| redpiramid@yahoo.com |
