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Freelance Writer Application

Remote • DFW-based • Project-based assignments
Love finding local spots and turning your research into something families can actually use? We’d love to hear from you! City Mom Media is looking for freelance writers to create helpful, accurate guides, roundups, and family resources. We’re looking for strong original writing, thoughtful research, and reliable follow-through.
This is a paid, project-based opportunity, with assignments offered as needs arise and no guaranteed monthly work.
Tell us a little about yourself and share a few examples of your writing below.

Contact Information

Full name

Email address

Phone number

What city and state do you currently live in?

We’re currently looking for writers based in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, but we always welcome applications from writers nationwide for future opportunities.

Which areas of DFW do you know best?

Tell us about the cities or communities you’re most familiar with.

Website, portfolio, or LinkedIn profile

Your Writing & Experience

What interests you most about this opportunity with City Mom Media?

Experience might include blogging, website copy, newsletters, or other content.

Provide 2-3 examples or writing sample links below to websites, marketing copy, etc.

Please include links below or upload samples in the next field. Local guides, roundups, and practical resources are especially helpful, but other relevant work is welcome. For each sample, briefly explain your role, including whether you researched and wrote it yourself.

Upload writing samples if they aren’t available online.

If uploading files, enter “Samples attached” in the previous field. If the upload isn't working, please email samples to Hello@CityMomMedia.com.

Which types of assignments are you interested in?

Imagine you’re assigned a roundup of family-friendly activities in a DFW city you don’t know well. How would you research it and verify the information before submitting?

A short paragraph is plenty. We’re interested in your approach to finding reliable information and checking the details.

How do you keep track of assignments and deadlines, and what would you do if you realized a deadline might be at risk?

Availability & Rates

Describe a time you generated a new opportunity or built a business relationship without being provided a warm lead. What approach did you take?

We understand this depends on the scope. Share your general availability and any scheduling limitations we should know about.

Please confirm that you understand and agree to our AI writing policy.

All submitted content must be original and written by you. AI may be used to brainstorm ideas or check grammar in content you’ve already written. It may not be used to draft or rewrite submissions. AI-generated copy that has been edited or reworded is not accepted. Writers are responsible for verifying all facts and sources.
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