BootsnAll is Hiring: South Africa Based Writer and Editor
Job Description: Writer and Editor for SouthAfricaBlog.com
BootsnAll.com is looking for a Travel Writer and Editor to start our new satellite office in Cape Town, South Africa. If you’re someone who knows the country inside and out (and can legally work there), loves travel and wants to write about South Africa, this may be the job for you. This is a full time position based in Cape Town, South Africa. BootsnAll currently has a satellite office in Bali. Please examine www.BaliBlog.com before applying.
Job Responsibilities
- Outline a site map for SouthAfricaBlog.com
- Write at least 4 blog posts a day, with pictures
- Review local restaurants, hotels and attractions
- Answer South Africa-related questions on the message boards
- Identify and set up business partnerships
- Work independently
- Meet publishing deadlines and partnership goals
- Travel internationally annually for year-end meetings
- Meet with BootsnAll members and travelers
Requirements for Application
- South African citizen OR permit to work in South Africa (Non-negotiable - must be able to prove)
- Cape Town resident or willingness to move to Cape Town by January 2006
Desired Qualifications
- Current Cape Town resident
- Extensive travel experience in and knowledge of South Africa
- Prior independent work experience
- Writing experience
- Posses positive, fun attitude and want to work with similar people (even if they are thousands of miles away)
- Enjoy interacting with people but able to work alone
- Knowledge of grammar rules – familiarity with AP Style a plus
- Comfortable editing images and using basic blogging software
- Able to adapt to changing demands of a small business
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, outside of the 9-5 Monday-Friday.
How to Apply
In your e-mailed application to Sean at BootsnAll dot com, please include the following files in a zipped attachment, labeled with your name and no spaces. For example, Sean_Keener.zip. Please title the subject of your email: BootsnAll South Africa Job Opening.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Answers to the following questions, in less than 300 words each
- Why do you think you should work for BootsnAll?
- What makes you unique?
- Detail your travel experience and what you gained from it
- Two writing samples written in BootsnAll style, less than 500 words each. Can be previously written. One sample MUST be about a South African attraction.
Questions?
Contact Sean at BootsnAll dot com. Applications accepted until Saturday, October 15, 2005.
Comments
I have what you need and would like to grow, with you. Contact me if you wish to entice me in your direction. This would, axiomatically, be to wit your benefit.
Kinds regards
Yours
sandhi
B.Sc., H.Ed., D.C.
Hola,
I have been a reader of this site now for a few years. Great stuff. I just saw this ad for a South African editor/writer, and it sincerely made me want to be South African.
I am from Southern California, have travelled and lived throughout Europe, Australia, Asia, and South America. I am 29, and still have the travel passion in me- no doubt. Although now I do not look to just travel, but rather to combine it with an international focused career. Does Bootsnall have any opportunities for a gringo like this?
My passion is South America as I travelled there all of last year, trying to perfect my Spanish and soak in the various cultures of those beautiful lands.
I have gone on enough, but I am here to hear of the opportunities with you guys!
Ciao y que tengan suerte,
Dominic
In a nutshell, i don’ t meet the requirements but has the working spirit. To wit my academic soulmate, “Aristotle” a Greek Philosopher opined that, “I count him braver who overcome his desire more than who conquer his enemies for the hardest victory is the victory over self”
Sandhi: Please email me - I don’t see any contact details
Dominic: Please email me as well with your contact details
Emmanuel: Ditto the above.
Thanks folks!
This is for meeeeeeee!!!!!
I’m a young and happy South African and would just LOVE this job!
But I don’t live in Cape Town, I’m 1 hour’s drive away. Do I have to move to the city or can I do it from where I am?
Please please please contact me!!!!
Niki: Glad you are excited - go ahead and submit an application.
Umm…do all the comments/applications have to contain the phrase ‘to wit’, or is it me again - totally out of step with Cape trends? Just wondering…
Seriously though, sounds like a great job. Especially for a 30-something, native Capetonian who despises her mind-numbing, current 9 to 5 job. So, look out for my application, Sean. Lovely name, Irish isn’t it? (Yes, yes, I know. I’m shameless, aren’t I?…And did I mention desperate, too?)
Bernie, I don’t get your “to wit” comment - I’m sure I’d laugh if I knew though! Yeah - submit away - looking forward to reading it.
Sean, when are you going to start something in India? This shall be your new year resolution (I know it is several months away - just giving you some time to think).
>> I’m your Super Woman [Cape Town Edition] >dani
I might be interested, i’ve lived in Cape Town all my life and have travelled to most places in South Africa and abroad, but the big question before i fill out the application is: how much do you pay!
Dani - rock on - can’t wait to see your application.
Hi sandhi and dominic!
Presently i’ m living in benin republique but a Nigerian by birth.
Hi there,
I have four years writing and editing experience and was born in Cape Town. My whole family is South African… woot! Currently I’m in Perth, Western Australia finishing the last year of my writing degree.
Sean I’ve emailed you my application but haven’t sent any published articles etc yet as I’d prefer you to read my email before I do. You’ll understand why when you read my email. Many thanks. I look forward to your response.
Cheers,
Tessa
Ps. My moms a migration agent in Perth, so if anyone ever needs help, info on visa’s just let me know…
Like many of you I also agree this is an amazing opportunity for someone very special. I’m currently living in South Africa after having met the man of my dreams I returned back home and sold everything and moved here. Ahhh, isn’t love grand or just something to make you realize what is really important in life!
My background is working for Backroads, an active travel company, which kept me on the road for months at a time. Those of you looking for another opportunity in the travel industry this is the company to check out! Anyway, I wish everyone good luck.
hi
i really NEED and want to apply or this position. The final date is stated as tues 15 oct…15 oct is actually sat, so i asssume its saturday and not tues which is today. I MUST HAVE THIS POSITION…………..please confirm thanks guys
South african but not presantly in cape town hitchhiked around and in SA for 15 yrs many a story o tell ,no travel writing experience but want to get into the way of travel writing..probably is to great a jump but my dream job…well….. anyother tips sent my way welcomed with open arms..
yvonne
Carolynne,
Yes - pleae submit your application by October 15th. Looking forward to it.
You may want to check out Carrie Hampton as a potential writer. She is based out of South Africa is we think she is rather brilliant.
http://www.vagablond.com/carrie-hampton/
Hi,
Is that great position still available,
Hi Sean,
For those of us who sent in applications for this amazing job, how’s the decision coming along? Is no news, good news or bad news?
Still hoping for good news…
- marisa
Hey Marisa,
We are still working on it…almost decided…very difficult with so many passionate, qualified folks!
C u soon in Africa!
Hi Sean,
For some reason I did not notice your reply to me (a few years ago). I am still interested in writing with you guys! Is there still a route open? What can I do to apply/contact you if so?
Gracias y suerte!
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WOW… I don’t fit the requirements for this job but am certainly jealous of whomever ends up getting it! At least now we’ll have a new contact next time we’re in South Africa.