Freelance Writer/Stock Analyst

The Motley Fool

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Motley Fool is seeking a skilled freelance writer with expertise in stock analysis to contribute articles to Fool.com. Writers collaborate with editors to produce thoughtful stock analysis and market coverage across industries such as technology, artificial intelligence, consumer goods, financials, energy and industrials, and healthcare. Articles are typically 600–800 words, and writers must be able to publish at least 20 articles per month; many publish more. Writers use editor-provided article-level data to identify promising topics and angles, apply SEO strategies, use AI tools as directed by the Editorial Team, and submit articles through a content management system. This is a flexible, fully remote contract opportunity, open to candidates residing in the United States. Compensation is per article, with rates varying by length and complexity and performance incentives when applicable.

Requirements

• Strong professional writing experience; candidates without it will not be considered.
• Expertise in stock analysis and the ability to write about financial topics.
• A demonstrated passion for teaching people about the stock market.
• Ability to provide writing samples.
• Strong understanding of The Motley Fool’s investment philosophy.
• Previous experience writing about financial topics for another financial publication.
• Ability to write in The Motley Fool’s informative, thoughtful, and non-patronizing style.
• Excitement about learning more about AI, its impact on businesses, and its potential to strengthen editorial work.
• Must reside in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Particular expertise in one or more stock sectors.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with editors to produce insightful stock analysis.
• Cover companies across industries, including technology, electric vehicles, offshore drillers, healthcare, and regional banks.
• Write and publish at least 20 articles per month.
• Use article-level data provided by editors to pursue profitable article topics and angles.
• Use proven SEO strategies to improve article performance.
• Use AI tools as directed by the Editorial Team.
• File articles in a content management system.

What This Job Offers

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