NOW HIRING: Content Writer

PyImageSearch has grown tremendously over the past five years. What was once a small blog on OpenCV is now the go-to place to learn Computer Vision (CV) and Deep Learning (DL).

When I first started PyImageSearch, I was the sole author of every blog post, book, and course. I wrote every line of code and penned every word.

A couple of years ago, I brought on Dave Hoffman to help with the writing load. He’s helped me author blog posts and chapters by taking my outlines and drafts, adding content to them, finalizing them, and giving them polish. Additionally, Dave was instrumental in getting Raspberry Pi for Computer Vision published.

The time has come for us to expand and look for another Content Writer to further help us with blog post and book/course authoring.

• Are you a talented writer?
• Can you take outlines/drafts and then explain complex algorithms and intricate code?
• Can you write “just like Adrian” such that it’s easy for PyImageSearch readers to digest, understand, and follow?
• Are you excited to learn more about your own writing style, including how to become a better writer, by working with our “finicky-but-fun” editorial team?

If so, come work for us! We’d love to have you on the team.

Job Details

• Part-time: 15-20 hours per week
• Can increase to full-time if you are interested and a good fit for the position
• 100% remote
• Compensation based on experience with option for hourly, monthly, or payment per blog post/project

Roles and Responsibilities

• Take drafts/outlines of blog posts and chapters and then produce well-researched, high quality content for publication online and in print
• Write content that honors the PyImageSearch mission: tutorials that serve as the gold standard for the computer vision, deep learning, and OpenCV community to learn from
• Proofread and edit blog posts before sending to our editorial team
• Submit work to editors for input, revisions, and approval
• Follow an editorial calendar, collaborating with other team members as necessary to ensure a high quality, timely deliverable
• Understand, follow, and execute the documented process we use to insert final drafts of blog posts into WordPress (our blogging platform)
• Work directly with Adrian and the content manager

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, English, Journalism, or related field
• Familiarity with Adrian, the PyImageSearch brand, existing published blog posts/articles, and catalogs of books and courses
• Excellent writing and editing skills in English
• Excellent ability to explain complex technical content in an easy-to-follow manner
• Extensive experience in Computer Vision, Deep Learning, and OpenCV
• Ability to “write like Adrian” in terms of conversational style, easy-to-follow explanations, etc.
• Experience completing research using multiple sources
• Proficiency with Content Management Systems (ex., WordPress, Medium, etc.)
• Communicate and cooperate with content manager, editor, and rest of team
• Ability to routinely, repeatedly, and reliably hit deadlines
• Ability to work independently with little or no daily supervision
• Ability to work on multiple projects with different objectives simultaneously
• Excellent time management skills
• Strict adherence to style guides used by PyImageSearch

The following are ideal but not required:

• Portfolio of published articles
• Experience writing sales copy
• Detailed familiarity with Adrian’s work
• Experience working in Notion (the collaborative tool we use to write content)

Am I Right for This Job?

You are the right person for this job if:

• You are an excellent writer and communicator
• You are self-motivated
• You take pride in your work, take ownership of tasks assigned to you, and can relentlessly execute until a piece is complete
• You want to make an impact in the Computer Vision, Deep Learning, and Artificial Intelligence fields

When Does This Job Start?

As soon as possible — I am targeting early/mid-July as a start date, but I will be flexible if you have life circumstances that prevent you from starting then (you have to be the right fit for the job, of course).

How Do I Apply?

To apply for the Content Writer position, use this link:

https://www.cognitoforms.com/PyImageSearch1/PyImageSearchContentWriterApplicationForm

Along with the basic application process, you’ll see that I am asking you to draft a few sections of a sample blog post. I am asking you to do this to:

1. Observe how you write and communicate
2. Measure your proficiency in the English language
3. See how well you can follow prompts and instructions
4. Determine how good a job you do “writing like Adrian”

Each time I’ve opened up a job position on the PyImageSearch blog, I’ve received over 400 applications. With this new position, I’m estimating over 1,000 applicants — get your application in early so I’ll have more time to review it and carefully consider you for the position!

I’ll be accepting applications until Friday, June 26 at 11:59PM EST, so make sure you get your applications in by then!

What Happens After I Apply?

After you apply, I’ll be personally reviewing your application.

If I think you will be a good fit for the position, I’ll follow up with you over email, ask any additional questions, and if necessary, set up a formal interview, etc. normally within 3-4 business days.

I promise to be considerate and not “leave you on the hook” — if you are not right for the position, I’ll be sure to let you know within three weeks after the application period ends.