March 17th, 2008
Interviewer need to write magazine article
Reply to:youdothework@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-17, 10:39AM EDT
I am looking for someone who can interview a celebrity and then write a story based on the interview. I will then use the story to accompany photographs of this celebrity for a magazine article.
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: negotiable
I know a million of you will write back to me to tell me nothing is amiss with this ad. To me it’s kind of odd. Dude has picture of a celebrity. Dude wants the celebrity interviewed to accompany said pictures. If Dude can get the pictures, why can’t he interview the celebrity. This can mean several things:
- Dude is shy.
- Dude has no clue how to contact a publicist and request and interview.
- Dude was assigned said article, with photographs, and is looking for someone else to do the writing work.
I don’t know why but this feels odd to me. Anyone else want to try?
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 23 comments
March 15th, 2008
This is for volunteers.
Volunteer Feature Write for Name Withheld
Reply to: ass@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-17, 4:58AM EDT
Feature Writers:
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer feature writer, please write a short editorial and submit it to Managing Editor @withheld.com. The editorial can be on the Game or MMO-Game-related topic of your choice and should be no more than 1500 words in length and be free of grammatical and spelling errors. Past editorials accepted.
Why should you volunteer as a WITHHELD.com moderator, feature writer or game guide writer?
• Access to Game industry events such at E3 and GDC.
• Gain experience and knowledge from within the gaming industry.
• Broadcast your voice to our 5,000+ members.
• Add WITHHELD.com published reviews and features to your resume.
• Improve your written communication and team skills.
_______________________________________________________________________________
WITHHELD.com is seeking volunteer feature writers. Feature writers will be responsible for writing game reviews, editorials, developer interviews and other content published on WITHHELD.com.
Requirements:
• Excellent written communication skills
• Outstanding grammar, spelling, and language comprehension
• An aptitude and willingness to work in a virtual team environment
Preferred:
• Past experience in writing, preferably published material
• References or information concerning prior industry employment
_______________________________________________________________________________
- Location: Sacramento
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: no pay
I wonder what they ask for from the salaried employees?
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 3 comments
March 13th, 2008
A big old WTF? on this one and an all caps alert:
LOOKING FOR AN PROOF READER, EDITOR
Reply to: lameo@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-04, 8:32PM
LOOKING FOR AN PROOF READER, EDITOR (RICHMOND)
BUSINESSMAN ENTREPRENEUR, WRITING E BOOK ON DATING, A COURSE FOR MEN TO UNDERSTAND WOMEN…….NEED HELP IN EXPRESSING MY IDEAS, VERB AGE AT TIMES AND OF COURSE GRAMMAR USE. A PLUS IF YOU ARE VERY COMPUTER, SOFTWARE, KNOWLEDGEABLE. THIS MAY BE BEST SUITED FOR A COLLEGE AGE FEMALE WHO IS NOT OFFENDED WITH POSSIBLE R TO X RATED DISCUSSION TOPICS.
THIS IS FOR REAL SOME PAY AND SOME RESIDUAL INCOME BONUSES POSSIBLE.
- Location: RICHMOND
- Compensation: A PER CHAPTER FLAT AND A RESIDUAL POSSIBLE, OPEN FOR DISCUSSION
- Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
- Please, no phone calls about this job!
- Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
So let’s try and comprehend. Dude is writing an ebook on dating yet he has no clue how to express himself? Shouldn’t one who is successful at meeting women, oh I don’t know, be able to articulate his thoughts and ideas? Shouldn’t someone who is writing books be able to …oh I don’t know…EXPRESS HIMSELF?
And why a college age female? Why not a college age male? Why not a 40 year old male? Is someone looking to hookup? How’s that going to happen if he can’t express himself?
Smells ass no matter which way the wind is blowing.
Submitted by Kristen King.
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 5 comments
March 12th, 2008
…is still plagiarism
Writer - Editor?
Reply to:imanassandathief.com
Date: 2008-03-11, 5:12PM PDT
I need a few pages of text “rewritten” so as to NOT violate copywrite laws.
The text in question is just about 99% perfect for my use… other than inserting my name in place of theirs… but, I fear that’s not legal, so, let’s rewrite it to avoid any issues.
Similar is great - plagerism isn’t.
How much would you charge per page? How long would you need to perform task?
- Compensation: tbd
- Telecommuting is ok.
- Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
- Please, no phone calls about this job!
- Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
The Craigslist Curmudgeon is a gentle soul who strives to right wrongs and look out for the best interests of freelancers. I’m a nice person, really, I am. Nothing gets my britches in an uproar more than someone who steals another writer’s work.
It’s one thing to blatantly steal another writers content and replace it as your own. To hire a writer to do a little fine tuning and tweaking to ensure a Copyscape safe environment doesn’t just show thievery on the part of the person placing the ad, it also means a somewhat less than ethical writer is being paid to help steal from his brother and sister writers.
It’s wrong. It’s stealing. It’s ass. Shame on all involved.
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 2 comments
March 11th, 2008
The Craigslist Curmudgeon isn’t in the practice of recommending reads. I do like to be fair and balanced however, and not in a Bill O’Reilly sort of way. I mean really fair and balanced. I generally complain about employer assery and client lamery but there are times freelancers can do with a dose of the truth as well. Kristen King’s post at her InkThinker blog outlining “7 Heinous Freelance Practices You Should Stop Immediately” is something every freelancer would do well to read, and not just because I’m mentioned there. Read the piece in detail but pay particular attention to points 4 and 5.
Sending emails to employers is ass on so many levels. The Curmudgeon disapproves of the penny per word crew as much as the next guy, but he also knows times may get better and that same low payer may be in a position to pay $1 per word the next time. Will he remember your name?
Another bit of heinery coming to The Curmudgeon’s attention is the practice of flagging Craigslist ads to eliminate the competition. To me nothing says “lack of confidence” more than a writer looking to do away with the competition through unsavory practices rather than through skill. If you’re a good writer you don’t have to stoop to flaggery. If you’re a bad writer you won’t get hired anyway.
The Craigslist Curmudgeon exists to expose the assery that is Craigslist, the people who live to exploit and take advantage. Sometimes writers can do with a courtesy reminder as well.
Hmm….This recommending blog posts things is fun. Expect more of it.
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 3 comments
March 7th, 2008
The arrogance of some of the people who post ads at Craigslist is mind boggling:
I Need a Press writer for my company!
Reply to: ass@yahoo.com
Date: 2008-03-09, 3:33PM EDT
Im looking to start up a small company the creates press release kits for musicians, artist, models, and actors. I need someone who can write!! Please contact me asap.
- Location: queens
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: in due time…
What does “in due time” mean? You need someone who can write and promise payment “in due time?” Tell me again how this will convince me I want the job?
Submitted by Laurie Russo
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 3 comments
March 5th, 2008
Here’s the ad:
Freelance writer
Reply to: comeagain@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-04, 10:53PM EST
Young Working Women is an organization that provides women with the insight and resources they need to be proactive in navigating the early stages of their careers. YWW is looking for volunteer freelance writers interested in writing about career topics for 20 and 30 somethings (200-500 words).
How to apply:
1. Send us your resume
2. Include a link to writing samples, or paste in your email
Young Working Women is content driven. This is currently a non-paying offer; however, we will provide a link to your site/blog/book.
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: no pay
So let me get this straight. This is to provide help for women in navigating the early stages of their careers, yet they’re not interested in paying their writers? A big fat WTF from The Curmudgeon. How is this proactive? “Take a positive step, Sisters, just not with us. We’re the exception. Solidarity.”
Ass.
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 5 comments
March 4th, 2008
So here’s the ad:
Writing Partner
Reply to: lame@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-03, 1:31PM PST
In search of a writing partner to collaborate a children’s book with. This book will be about 3 dogs that become fast friends. They then turn into the town’s heroes because they seem to be helping so many people, as well as animals. This will be a picture book, and will be about 40 pages long. The focus will be 6-8 year olds. I already have the title, as well as an outline for the book. I’d just like to partner up with somebody to further the writing process. Two heads are always better than one. Everything will be split 50/50. After selecting a partner, a contract will need to be signed. This contract will ensure the selected writer of their 50%.
Illustration experience not necessary.
If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, please reply. Please send a doubled-spaced sample (1-2 pages) regarding the above subject matter (dog heroes). This will NOT be a part of the book. I’m just looking for creativity. I’ll keep looking for a partner until I read something that really catches my eye, so the earlier you get your submission in, the better. You can live anywhere (must be in United States). We will work on this via telephone and internet.
Thanks!
Leona
P.S. Anyone that sends in a submission that doesn’t focus on the above subject matter (dog friends rescuing people and animals), your submission will be discarded. I’m looking for a writer that can write creatively about dogs…and it would be hard to select a partner if they sent in an submission relating to parenting, dating, etc.
- Location: Anywhere
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: EVERYTHING will be split 50/50
I had a lot to say about this one. Mostly about the nerve of her for wanting someone else to do all the work and receive 50% of …welll…nothing. And also about all the writing samples she’s looking for to get ideas to steal…But then I came across this brilliant pieces of spoofery and really, what else needs to be said?
Writing Partner for dog book
Reply to: fool@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-03, 4:44PM PST
Hi, I’m an illiterate person who has an idea for a book about dogs. I believe it’s a great idea, but then I’m not in the literary business and really wouldn’t have any kind of professional expertise. But in my own little world I believe it’s the best idea since sliced bread!
So here’s the deal. We sit somewhere and I tell you my dog ideas. You bring your laptop and make my brilliant idea into a book. We’ll probably have to meet for anywhere from 90 to 120 hours. You must be an excellent writer with major credits. The pay is simple. We split everything 50/50. And if we never sell the thing, you get nothing. In essence, there is no pay. Except for maybe you get the pleasure of my company for 90 to 120 hours. But, think of the advantages for both of us. I get to actually live my pipedream and will have a real draft of a book that will never be published and I can tell all of my friends that I’m a writer! I’ll get a lot of mileage out of that. You get to tell all of your friends that you’re collaberating with someone that says they have a great idea for a dog book. All of your friends will be jealous!
And finally, here’s the really great part. If interested, send me 2 pages of your creative ideas. In other words, you’ll have to work for free just to get my attention! And then if I hire you, you get to continue to work for free! What a deal! I’ll review all of them and select the best partner for “me.”. After all, this is all about “me.”
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: no pay
Brilliant.
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 7 comments
March 3rd, 2008
There’s nothing like winning back a lover’s heart with a heartfelt note…
I need help
Reply to: gigs-593699051@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-02, 8:55PM PST
I lost my boyfriend. I called him and he didnt answer me. I know the only way to get him back is to write him an email to touch his heart because he is a soft hearted man. But I lack the skill myself. If you think you can help me to write an
email that can connect his emotion and make him response. Then lets talk.
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: no pay
I’m sure he’ll appreciate the honest and effort you put into your love note. That you took the time to have someone else craft an email is sure to touch him in places he’s never been touched before. After all, it takes a special person to hit “send.”
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By Craigslist Curmudgeon -- 6 comments
March 1st, 2008
But I’ll make an exception for the person who wins this gig:
ISO A Woman To Collaborate On Female Supremacy Writings
Reply to: help@aol.com
Date: 2008-02-29, 8:40AM EST
I am an advanced degree professional, male, divorced and age 58 and I am a very passionate believer in Female Supremacy and true and real male servitude/slavery to Women (I am serious); I seek a Woman who shares that philosophy to collaborate with and write short stories and perhaps a full length novel (may or may not be erotic); pay open and negotiable;
- Location: Maryland
- it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
- Compensation: Pay open and negotiable;
Dude is all for female superiority and yet is divorced. The mind boggles. Probably he was spending all his time writing dominatix porn.
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