Freelance Travel Editor

Steady assignments. Reliable pay. Islands is looking for enthusiastic, detail-oriented freelance editors to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience editing digital or print content, particularly in areas like travel tips and hacks, destination guides, budget-friendly travel advice, and expert recommendations. They should be versatile, self-motivated, and comfortable managing a team of writers with clear communication and leadership skills. This position is fully remote with flexible, consistent hours. We welcome applications from both U.S. and international candidates.

About Islands

Islands is on a mission to simplify travel planning and empower you to navigate the world with confidence and ease. Whether it's a romantic escape to a tropical destination, a solo excursion to a national park, or embarking on an unforgettable family cruise, we take the guesswork out of the planning process and offer guidance for every step of your next big dream vacation.

Editor Responsibilities:

• Edit and publish articles with a focus on accuracy, clarity, and SEO best practices
• Provide constructive, actionable feedback to writers
• Coordinate coverage with the content strategy team
• Uphold editorial standards, style guides, and publishing guidelines

What We Offer:

• Compensation: $23/hour
• Reliable, on-time payments twice a month
• Flexible scheduling: set the days and hours that work for you
• Fully remote: work from anywhere
• High visibility: Static Media content reaches 220M+ readers/month and is syndicated across MSN, Yahoo, AOL, Apple, and more

Experience Required:

• Minimum three years editorial experience (editing and/or writing)
• Experience building and managing content in a CMS

How To Apply: To apply, please submit:

• Your resume
• A brief cover letter
• Three samples of work you’ve edited professionally
• Three published writing samples

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Remote