The Dog Guide Writer Application

Please fill out the information below. We will use the information that you send in this application to narrow down the field of applicants for a final selection process.

We will be selecting 5 applicants for the final selection process. We will be accepting applications through February 20th and narrowing the field of applicants down to 5 by February 21st. The position will officially begin on March 1st.

A quick note: Our philosophy is to find employees who not only love to write, but LOVE what they are writing about. Consistent writing is one of the most difficult human tasks, and we feel that over the long haul, the key is to enjoy and feel passionate about the topic on which you are writing. Our ideal candidate will be someone who 1) Loves dogs, 2) Knows a lot about dogs 3) Is excited about the idea of sharing his/her wisdom about dogs with the world and 4) wants to take personal ownership over and give creative direction to The Dog Guide while turning it into something special and distinctive.

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What do you view as the 3 most important dog events each year?

What do you think are the 5 most commonly asked questions about dogs?

Propose 5 article titles that you would like to write for The Dog Guide.

Describe in detail your various experience with dogs.

If the site were to eventually generate enough income to pay a full salary, could you envision yourself as the lead editor?

Have you used WordPress before? If so, provide URL

What do you consider to be your greatest writing accomplishment? Either paste text or URL to text

In addition to a salary for 15 articles a month, the position includes 25% profit share. How do you plan to help the site increase its profit?

Do you prefer to receive instructions for what to write or are you self-motivating?