Home & Lifestyle News Writer, House Digest

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About Static Media

Static Media is a fast-growing digital media company reaching over 220 million readers each month. Alongside our leading brands in entertainment, lifestyle, and home, we operate a diverse portfolio of established publications that serve a wide range of interests and audiences.

We’re currently looking for enthusiastic freelance writers to join our team at House Digest

. This role focuses on creating engaging, accessible content that helps readers elevate their living spaces—whether through smart design choices, practical DIY solutions, or creative home hacks.

About House Digest

At House Digest

, you’ll be helping readers live better at home. Our content spans the practical, creative, and inspiring sides of homeownership—from renovation trends and interior design to thrifting tips and DIY decor.

As a writer, you’ll tap into your experience (and build on it) to create engaging, useful pieces that answer the kinds of questions people actually have—like choosing the right paint color, finding plants that fit their space, or recreating a standout backyard setup inspired by shows like HGTV

.

We’re looking for writers who enjoy making home and garden topics approachable, clear, and genuinely helpful. While we sometimes draw inspiration from celebrity homes or TV, your focus will always stay on the spaces and the projects themselves—not personal lives or gossip.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Claim and complete articles from a list of available assignments
  • Research and write 300—900-word articles using our custom CMS
  • Write content with a quick turnaround
  • Follow our style guide, editorial strategy, and publishing standards to ensure high-quality content
What We Offer:
  • Compensation: $21–$25/hour (based on experience; starting at $21/hour)

  • Completed paid trial assignment: $60

  • Reliable pay: Twice-monthly payments

  • Flexible schedule: Work when it suits you

  • Remote: Work from anywhere with a stable internet connection

  • High visibility: Your work reaches millions of readers and is syndicated across MSN, Yahoo, AOL, Apple News, and more

Requirements:
  • 3+ years of writing or editing experience
  • Proficiency in CMS platforms
  • Familiarity with AP Style
How to Apply

Please submit

  1. Resume
  2. Brief cover letter
  3. Three writing samples relevant to the type of content we publish
Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If selected to move forward, a member of our hiring team will be in touch and next steps in the process will include a paid trial period. In addition, all content on Static Media’s websites is created exclusively by human writers. Submissions containing AI-generated material during the hiring process will not be accepted.
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