IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking creative, motivated freelance writers to develop content for Dictionary.com, Thesaurus.com, and Vocabulary.com. In this role, you will craft engaging articles on a wide range of topics, from slang words and grammar to science, politics, entertainment, and more. This position involves working closely with the editorial team on assignments and article revisions as needed. The role is project-based, with assignments given as needed. This is a remote, 1099 consulting role for three months with a possible extension. #LI-REMOTE WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Research trends and topics in English vocabulary and grammar to provide a global audience with accurate, useful information
• Write engaging, informative web articles for Dictionary.com, Thesaurus.com, and Vocabulary.com
• Adhere to The Chicago Manual of Style and our in-house style guides
• Accept and implement feedback from in-house editors

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• BA/BS degree, preferably in English, creative writing, or a related field
• Exceptional writing skills, including a finely tuned sense of English grammar and usage
• Strong critical-thinking, research, and problem-solving skills
• Previous professional writing experience
• Consistent ability to meet deadlines

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION

• Your resume
• A cover letter
• A writing sample (Please refrain from using ChatGPT or other AI tools for your cover letter and writing sample. We want to get to know the real you!)

ABOUT IXL LEARNING IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

• 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
• Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
• Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
• Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team. At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.