ZenMarket freelance writer program – Remote web editor position – ZenMarket.jp

We are currently looking for one or more people capable of writing articles with original, authentic, and tailor-made content that would coherently conform to the objectives and identity of our brand.

The main theme will obviously be Japan and its culture, but above all its products and shops that we seek to promote through our services.

We aim to produce content that will be aimed at all people who have an interest in Japan and its products in any way that is useful to readers interested in niche topics related to Japanese products.

Note that we are not looking to write opinion or travel articles, but rather informative articles and advice to readers, such as tutorial articles or store introductions to help people discover Japanese culture through its products.

Ideally, we would look for web editors who already have some experience in professional copywriting, however, for this particular position, all profiles will be considered!

Our favorite themes and topics include:

• Collectibles (trading cards game, Beyblade, etc.)
• Video games (retro and/or modern)
• Pop culture (manga, series, anime, movies, etc.)
• Fashion (Kimono, yukata, Uniqlo, etc.)
• Cosplay related
• Food and sweets
• Watches (Casio, G-shock, Seiko, etc.)
• Consumer goods (high-tech products, cameras, kitchen appliances, etc.)
• Sports and martial arts
• Cosmetics and make-up (SKII, Shiseido, etc.)
• Music, fishing gear, gadgets, and so on!

We would like to find authors and editors who we can work with on a medium-long term and who could write several paid articles for us.

Here is our site for more information:

Step 1: We order specific articles from you on predefined topics (ex. comparing Uniqlo vs. GU clothes, top anime characters this year, top 5 canon cameras with specs, etc…). We will then provide you with general information and writing guidelines such as titles and subtitles, minimum text length, keywords and important information to mention, writing and structure format, as well as some ideas and links to guide your writing process as much as possible.

Step 2: Once the first draft of your text is complete, you submit it to us and we will discuss any changes or improvements to be made. You will be in contact with a professional editor who will guide and advise you during revision sessions.

Step 3: Once the final version of the text has been submitted and validated, we will decide whether or not the content would be published on our blog and in particular shared on our social media accounts across multiple language versions. You will receive your payment as soon as the text has been validated and approved. If your first feedback turns out to be positive, we will most likely come back to you with other orders for more work!

The remuneration of the articles is made according to the number of words as the following table indicates:

* An increase in the fee is also provided for in the event that additional research on a specific theme is required and/or finding enough information on the subject is relatively more difficult compared to other usual topics.

• The beginner rate is applied for all new writers up until the submission of the 10th article.
• The standard rate is applied from the 11th article up until the submission of the 20th article.
• The premium rate is applied from the 20th article upwards.

Experienced writers will benefit from special pricing arrangements (on negotiation) after submitting their 25th article.

Working with ZenMarket as a web editor has many benefits:

• Telework: work exclusively from home and submit your articles directly by email.
• Flexible deadlines: orders for articles are made in advance, you will always have at least one week to work on your content.
• Advantageous remuneration: the fee system is based on several parameters like length of the text, difficulty of the subject, scarcity of available information, and writing quality. We will also take into account the experience of the writer and the speed of work submission to further enhance our fee system.
• Flexible calendar: tell us your availability, ZenMarket will adapt to your schedule.
• No production limit: if we are satisfied with the quality of your work, you will receive more orders from us.
• Editorial freedom: you are free to use the writing assistance, layout, text enrichment, and spelling correction tools you want.
• No intermediaries: ZenMarket remunerates you directly and 100% of the income from your work comes back to you.
• No extra work: we take care of researching inserting links, finding images, and Finalizing the layout of the article allowing you to focus exclusively on the text and writing quality.
• Submit your creative ideas: You can also send us your own ideas for articles based on your personal experience. If your ideas get accepted by our chief-in-editor, you will be able to write on your favorite topics!

So, if you like to write, you are a fan of Japan, or you are looking for an alternative source of income, contact us now! 

• Excellent command of the language (spelling, grammar, syntax, formulations, etc.).
• Highly punctual and professional character (compliance with instructions, deadlines, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of Japan, its products, and its niche themes.
• Writing experience of any kind will be appreciated but is not necessarily required.
• Japanese language proficiency would be considered a plus.

• Amendments: ZenMarket reserves the right to refuse or require changes or improvements to submitted articles as many times as necessary before proceeding with the payment.
• Authenticity: Any content submitted to ZenMarket should be authentic, original, and creative.
• Content ownership: Once your work has been submitted to ZenMarket, we become the exclusive owner of the content. You may NOT resell or offer this content to any other party, whether a competitor of ZenMarket or not.
• Copywrite: Any articles containing paraphrased, plagiarised, or recycled content already existing on other sites or articles will be declined. Similarly, articles whose content is unsourced, not precise, or even not correct will be declined.
• Deadline: Any work submitted to ZenMarket after the deadline will not be accepted. However, deadlines are flexible, so if you need more time to complete your work make sure you let us know earlier. 
• Grammatical errors: For the second phase, more than five spelling or grammatical errors in the test article will lead to eliminating your application.
• Non-disclosure agreement: The web editor pledges to protect any confidential information about the company and will not share it with any other party.
• Payment: Payments are made via PayPal or Wise. In the event that these methods are not available at the freelancer’s end, ZenMarket account balance shall be deemed as the payment method.
• Research work: Depending on each case, you will sometimes have to write articles on subjects and themes that are unknown to you. So there will probably be some research work to be done each time.
• Test article: In order to pass the second selection phase, you will be asked to write and submit a test article (about 1,000 words). The article will be paid at the beginner rate of $0.05/word. Whether your application is to be selected or not and whether the article is finally published or not, it is guaranteed that you will get paid for the test article.
• Work nature: This is an online work-on-demand job that does not require any physical attendance or a regular commitment to a specific workplace. Accepted applicants will only be paid for each submitted content individually and separately.

• Phase 1: Submit the job application form attached below. We will review your information and get back to you ASAP (no resume needed).
• Phase 2: If you pass phase 1, we will send the guidelines for writing your test article. Please review the details and submit your work within the deadline. We will then review your work and get back to you with feedback. 
• Phase 3: If you pass phase 2, we will provide you with a contract. Once completed you will be a ZenMarket web editor. Sit tight and wait for your next article instructions.

To apply, please complete the following job application: