[PLUG-JOBS] HELP WANTED: Technical Writer

David Mandel dmandel at pdxLinux.org
Fri Apr 5 00:55:18 UTC 2002


I'm forwarding the following posting from Michael Hall, who now
lives and Portland and until recently was editor of LinuxToday.

As always, reply directly to the orginal poster, not to me.

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---------- Forwarded message ----------
Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2002 14:23:17 -0800
From: Michael Hall <mph at puddingbowl.org>
To: David Mandel of PLUG <plug at avalongroup.net>
Subject: Job Posting

Hi, David,

Here's the announcement:

Crossnodes <http://crossnodes.com> is internet.com's site for coverage of
networking news and information.  I recently took over Crossnodes after a
few years with LinuxToday, and I'd like to provide writing opportunities to
skilled Linux (or Unix) networkers who have experience in:

* migration to Linux/Unix from other NOS's
* integration of Linux/Unix into Netware and Windows networks
* Linux/Unix security
* general network management

The site is still very much in transition and I'm willing to try a lot of
formats out, but I have particular interest in product reviews/analysis
(either proprietary or open source/free software) and writing that relates
to solving particular problems or issues.

I'm also very interested in hearing from people who are proficient
technically but not as confident in their writing skills: I'm trying to
bring a sense to the site that IT professionals are communicating to each
other, with the editorial staff present to facilitate.  To that end, I
am willing to work closely with new or inexperienced writers provided
they're willing to accept some guidance and the occasional rewrite.

Some basic qualifications:

* Experience in multiple platforms and a willingness to make fair
comparisons to other platforms where appropriate
* Willingness to work with an editor
* Willingness to honor deadlines, which we'll always establish
to suit your needs

Pay:

We don't have a set rate for stories, but articles generally earn $250-$300.
That will be negotiated on a per-item basis: more in-depth or lengthy work
earns more.

Additional Information:

I'm also looking for writers with skill sets in other areas of networking.
If you're strong in Netware or even MS OS's, I'm happy to hear from you as
well.

This is a straightforward freelance arrangement, not a job, though editors
enjoy building relationships with consistent writers.  Anyone who's
interested can reach me at the address below or call my office
(503.236.4889) to set a time to discuss things further.  I'll have an
editorial guidelines sheet ready by early next week as well.


Kind regards,

-- 
Michael Hall <mph at puddingbowl.org>
503.233.8956 (home)
503.236.4889 (office)





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