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Embarcadero Media Foundation

Features Freelancer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$74 - $83.75/hr

... food, culture, arts and entertainment, real estate, home and garden, outdoors and the environment ... Freelance writers need to be reliable, independent, sharp, communicative and able to meet deadlines ...

Embarcadero Media Foundation

Features Freelancer

$64.25 - $72.75/hr

... food, culture, arts and entertainment, real estate, home and garden, outdoors and the environment ... Freelance writers need to be reliable, independent, sharp, communicative and able to meet deadlines ...

Praytell

Freelance Mid-Level Copywriters

Concept and write social-first creative ideas across TikTok, Instagram, X, Threads and emerging ... Experience working on consumer brands across food/bev, lifestyle, sports, tech and/or beauty

Golin

Freelance, Bilingual Associate

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22/hr

Our roster includes many of the largest CPG, retail, food, healthcare technology and consumer ... Written and oral fluency in Spanish is required; Portuguese is strongly preferred Qualifications:

Golin

Freelance, Bilingual Associate

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22/hr

Our roster includes many of the largest CPG, retail, food, healthcare technology and consumer ... Written and oral fluency in Spanish is required; Portuguese is strongly preferred Qualifications:

Teamwass

Experiential Producer (Freelance)

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$110.30K - $112K/yr

... event flow, creative, food & beverage, transportation, staffing, venue and labor * Regular ... Possesses exceptional communication skills, both orally and in writing * Must be comfortable ...

Teamwass

Experiential Producer (Freelance)

New York, NY · On-site

$135.70K - $137.80K/yr

... event flow, creative, food & beverage, transportation, staffing, venue and labor * Regular ... Possesses exceptional communication skills, both orally and in writing * Must be comfortable ...

Wasserman Media

Experiential Producer (Freelance)

New York, NY · On-site +1

$135.70K - $137.80K/yr

... event flow, creative, food & beverage, transportation, staffing, venue and labor * Regular ... Possesses exceptional communication skills, both orally and in writing * Must be comfortable ...

WITHIN

Senior Creative Lead (Freelancer)

New York, NY

$22 - $95/hr

You'll brainstorm, concept, plan, produce, edit, and write copy for content within a lean structure ... Food & Beverage Production: Experience generating content for food & beverage brands, particularly ...

Food Truck Promotions

SEO/AEO Specialist

$120K/yr

Own content strategy and execution (write and/or manage freelancers), including scalable and programmatic approaches * Drive on-page optimization, internal linking, and continuous experimentation

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance food writing in the United States is $23.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Freelance Food Writer, you need excellent writing skills, a deep understanding of culinary topics, and often a background in journalism, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems, SEO tools, and photo editing software is commonly required. Creativity, adaptability, and strong networking abilities help writers develop unique voices and build industry connections. These skills are crucial for producing engaging content, meeting client expectations, and sustaining a successful freelance career in a competitive market.

How do freelance food writers typically find and secure new assignments or clients?

Freelance food writers often secure new assignments by actively pitching story ideas to editors at magazines, newspapers, and online publications. Building a portfolio of published work, maintaining a professional website, and networking within the food and media industries are also important strategies. Many writers join industry groups or attend food festivals and media events to connect with potential clients and stay current on trends. Regular communication and delivering high-quality work can lead to repeat assignments and word-of-mouth referrals.

What is freelance food writing?

Freelance food writing involves creating articles, reviews, recipes, and other content related to food for various publications, websites, or clients on a self-employed basis. Freelance food writers may work for magazines, blogs, newspapers, or even brands, covering topics such as restaurant reviews, culinary trends, or personal food experiences. They often pitch story ideas, meet deadlines, and must be able to adapt their writing style for different audiences. This career allows for flexibility and creativity but also requires strong writing skills, food knowledge, and the ability to market oneself.

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Employer/Industry UsageMagazines, websites, newspapers, food brandsPersonal website, social media, sponsored content

Freelance Food Writers focus on creating professional food-related content for clients and publications, often working remotely and adhering to editorial standards. Food Bloggers build their personal brand through social media and blogs, sharing recipes, reviews, and food experiences, often monetizing through sponsorships and ads. Both roles require food knowledge, but differ in audience, goals, and work style.

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Freelance food writer

Freelance food writer

Embarcadero Media Foundation

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$250/wk

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Description:

Opening: Embarcadero Media Freelance Reporter – Food
Department: Editorial, Foodist – appears in Palo Alto Weekly, The Almanac, Mountain View Voice, Redwood City Pulse
Reports To: Adrienne Mitchel / Food Editor
Location: Remote
Date: 3/3/25

About Us

Embarcadero Media Foundation is a nonprofit journalism group with three printed weekly newspapers, seven hyperlocal news websites and six email newsletters that serve a population of more than 500,000 people on the MidPeninsula and the East Bay’s Tri-Valley. We are looking for a motivated and passionate freelance reporter to join our food branch, The Peninsula Foodist, to inform, inspire and entertain our readers and the foodies of the Peninsula.

Articles for Peninsula Foodist appear on four websites – Palo Alto Online, The Almanac, Mountain View Voice and Redwood City Pulse – and may also appear in two print newspapers – Palo Alto Weekly and The Almanac. Peninsula Foodist has its own Instagram account, @peninsulafoodist, and weekly newsletter.

Job Summary

The Food Freelancer will be responsible for producing food features (generally 800-1,200 words) and food blogs (generally 300-600 words). The ideal candidate will possess excellent interviewing, writing and storytelling skills and have a passion for food. The Food Freelancer will be working closely with the Food Editor and the Features Editor at Embarcadero Media.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce food features, roundups, enterprise stories, profiles and Q&As. Deadlines are flexible as long as you communicate your timeline with the Food Editor.
  • Produce food blogs, such as restaurant openings and closings. Deadlines are flexible as long as you communicate your timeline with the Food Editor.
  • Keep an eye out for food stories while in the field and pitch relevant stories to the Food Editor
  • While the Food Freelancer is not responsible for taking photos on the scene, they are responsible for communicating with the source about a time for a photographer to come by and/or to request courtesy images from the source

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in journalism or related field
  • 1 year of experience reporting professionally
  • Knowledge of the Peninsula’s food scene (San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, excluding San Jose)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience reporting on food and/or working in the food industry
  • Being a foodie!

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication and written skills
  • Ability to interview, craft a story and write in AP style

Working Conditions

  • Flexible hours – produce at least 1 feature or 1 set of three blogs per month
  • Remote
  • May have to drive to meet sources and conduct interviews

Compensation

  • $200 for a feature
  • $250 for three blogs

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and three clips via the application form. Freelance reporter applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. For details, contact amitchel@embarcaderopublishing.com.

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