This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Work collaboratively with the Editor and Program Manager to refine and finalize writing assignments.

• Perform extensive historical research to enhance assignments.

• Create record descriptions, tailored historical record narratives, and blog articles.

• Ensure that assignments adhere to style guidelines, uphold consistent quality and tone, align with departmental objectives and values, and reflect audience awareness.

• Back all presented facts and information with comprehensive research.

• Complete writing tasks by the designated deadlines.

• Provide updates and reports to the Editor and Program Manager as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• MUST HAVE experience with UKI genealogy research and writing.

• Specialized expertise in UK and Irish (UKI) family history and genealogical research.

• Strong comprehension of the distinctions between UKI and U.S. genealogy.

• Experience in writing and editing collection descriptions.

• Familiarity with UK English, regional terminology, and UKI writing conventions.

• Experience in writing about historical events.

• Experience in addressing sensitive subjects.

• Background in African American studies, Latin American studies, Native American studies, Asian American studies, American studies, British studies, French studies, European studies, or Australian studies.

• Exceptional writing and editing capabilities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to understand and apply guidelines and standards.

• Ability to follow a style guide and maintain tone consistency.

• Strong internet research skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Self-motivated individual.

• Background in family history.

• Background check required.

• Preferred degree in history, English, journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional writing experience.