TheTravel | Cabin Crew and Flight Attendants
About The Position
TheTravel is seeking freelance Aviation Writers with firsthand knowledge of life in the cabin. Writers will provide readers with traveler-focused insight into cabin rules, onboard service, and crew life. Current and former flight attendants, pursers, cabin crew managers, and in-flight service professionals are especially welcome to contribute expert experience. The role involves pitching and writing original stories, responding quickly to airline and cabin news, meeting tight deadlines, tracking article performance, and using results to improve future work. Writers must follow TheTravel's Editorial Guidelines and work with the Lead Editor to implement feedback quickly. The position offers competitive compensation for strong, consistent performers, a flexible schedule, fully remote work, a byline in front of 8 million monthly visitors, and an opportunity to build a profile as a recognized aviation expert. Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and at least one relevant sample article. A writing evaluation may be required. TheTravel is part of Valnet Publishing Group, whose contributors must follow its Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using artificial intelligence.
Requirements
- Professional experience in aviation or at least 3 years covering aviation as a journalist or writer.
- Deep knowledge of airlines, airports, and the commercial aviation industry.
- Frequent-flyer experience, including firsthand experience of airports, lounges, and cabins.
- Strong research and reporting skills.
Nice To Haves
- SEO knowledge.
- Experience with a content management system (CMS).
- Experience as a current or former flight attendant, purser, cabin crew manager, or in-flight service professional.
Responsibilities
- Pitch and write original stories on cabin rules, onboard service, and crew life.
- Turn airline and cabin news around quickly and meet tight deadlines.
- Track article performance and use the results to improve future work.
- Follow TheTravel's Editorial Guidelines and work with the Lead Editor to implement feedback quickly.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation for strong, consistent performers.
- Flexible schedule.
- Fully remote work.
- Byline in front of 8 million monthly visitors.
- Opportunity to build a profile as a recognized aviation expert.
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