Williamsburg-area remote work
Events Calendar Coordinator
Writers
Videographers
FREELANCERS and INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
WilliamsburgVisitor.com works to inspire Williamsburg locals and visitors through authentic and useful editorial and multimedia content, especially from the perspective of local insiders, frequent visitors, and Williamsburg experts. We hire freelance contractors and interns for the following opportunities:
EVENTS CALENDAR COORDINATOR
WilliamsburgVisitor.com has an opportunity for a part time, freelance Calendar Coordinator to manage local events within a WordPress environment. Duties include: Updating online events calendar, creating new entries, writing descriptions and headlines, researching events and fact-checking entries, editing, uploading and organizing photos, and editing user-submitted entries according to WilliamsburgVisitor.com standards.
Required: Experience with WordPress and social media platforms. Basic photo editing skills and HTML knowledge preferred. Must be located in Williamsburg, Virginia and be familiar with the area. Work from home. Venmo account is necessary for payment. Rates are $15/hour, schedule is as-needed, generally 10-20 hours per month.
WRITERS
We are currently seeking writers who want to tell Williamsburg’s stories. This might include writing about a local band, business, or festival, creating a short travel guide, and reporting on a current event. This is the perfect opportunity for college students! Work from home – on your time – with an easy-to-meet deadline.
To qualify, you must have a local connection (live here, visit here often, local business owner, local student), and have some writing experience (we will require a writing sample). We are looking for writers with a desire to create aspirational and inspirational stories illuminating the breadth and depth of the Greater Williamsburg destination.
Interested writers will be added for consideration as assignments are available. Writing projects pay $25-$50 per story, depending on the scope of the assignment, and generally require no more than a 2-4 hour commitment.
FREELANCE VIDEOGRAPHER/EDITOR
WilliamsburgVisitor.com is in need of FREELANCE video producers for our web and social platforms. You must be familiar with creating short videos and have access to equipment (GoPro, newer iPhone, DSLR or video camera). We have a variety of video assignments including “point of view” walking and drive-thru videos, marketing shorts, and on-location tours. You must have your own software with the ability to create professional cuts, graphics, sound and other elements. Experience with iMovie, FinalCut or similar program is necessary.
Must be located in Williamsburg, Virginia and be familiar with the area. Venmo account is necessary for payment. Rates are $40-$150 per assignment, depending on experience and the scope of work. This is an excellent opportunity for students or those looking to build a portfolio of work.
HOW TO APPLY
Send your resume and portfolio or samples of work to the Director of Content, Tryna Fitzpatrick, tfitz@williamsburgvisitor.com
