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ShanghaiExpat accepts submissions!
Got a great idea for an article? ShanghaiExpat is always happy to hear from budding (or experienced freelance) writers who have an original story or angle on some aspect of living and working in Shanghai. In particular we are looking for articles about:
Food and Entertainment – from fancy new restaurants and glitzy bars to hole in the wall noodle joints; parties, events, orgies …you get the picture.
Arts and Culture – books, movies, TV, music; aspects of Chinese culture; art exhibitions, plays; learning languages.
Family Life – parenting tips; information about educational opportunities; helping families adjust to life in Shanghai; family friendly events.
Body and Health – having a healthy lifestyle in Shanghai; keeping body and mind in shape; beauty and personal grooming.
City Living – How to’s, Tips and Ultimate Guides to finding what you want and getting around Shanghai with the least amount of hassle.
Business – tips about Shanghai business culture, job hunting, selling and marketing to the local audience; business news; networking events.
Science and Technology – gadgets, software, environmental concerns, new scientific or tech developments that have some impact upon expat life or are just really interesting.
Travel – in Shanghai, China, Asia, and beyond…in that order of relevance.
Regular contributors with particular skill or expertise may be remunerated for pre-approved paid writing assignments. For other writers though, we can certainly offer links to your blog or personal website and valuable exposure on a high traffic site.
ShanghaiExpat will not use any material without the permission of the writer. Likewise, we request that if you do submit material to us, you refrain from publishing it elsewhere before we have had a chance to get back to you. Finally, do not plagiarize: that makes us really, really sad and angry and we will forever talk about you around our lunch table in hushed, disappointed tones.
Depending on the topic, keep in mind that our articles often range from 500-2500 words. Articles should be written in English (either US or UK English is ok). Feel free to practice your photography skills and illustrate your article with pictures. Please send your document in MS Word format to lwshanghaiexpat@gmail.com and sabrina@shanghaiexpat.com
Foreign Editorial Intern
ShanghaiExpat.com is China’s most-read privately-owned English Language website. For ten years, we have proven to be an invaluable resource for expats young and old, new and veteran. Currently, we are searching for a young outgoing person to fill our Foreign Editorial Intern vacancy.
Does this sound like you?:
-Recent college graduate or aspiring young professional
-Fluent in written and spoken English
-Have been living in Shanghai or China for at least 3 months
-Outgoing, open-minded
-Basic knowledge of Mandarin or strong willingness to engage in Chinese language
-Write well
Job Description:
As an editorial intern you will be part of the writing staff. You duties will include:
-Updating and gathering information about events and listings
-Writing detailed articles dealing with expat-related topics of interest
-Editing user-submitted and contributed works
-Sourcing the web for valuable content and ideas
-Some very basic photography
It will not include:
-getting coffee for the office
-doing our dirty work
How to apply:
Send in one sample piece of writing (this can be on any topic and does not need to be a published piece) and one sample article which you think is appropriate for the ShanghaiExpat site (Have a look at our Channels: City Living, Travel, Science, Body & Health, Arts & Culture, Business, Food & Entertainment, and Family). The latter article should be between 500-1000 words and you may use either US or UK English. Send us the document in MS Word format. (We promise that we will not use your work without your permission)
