Freelance Writer * Sr. Technical Writer 

How did you get your current job?
Freelance Job Service iFreelance dot com Online

What was the application process?
3 Different Writing Tests Passed All First Time

Did you have to interview for your current job? If yes, what did the interview process entail?
Yes, via an e-mail interview with owners and editors. I have now been enjoying working with this same service.

If you can remember, what questions were you asked during the interview?
About hours I could work, what I thought was fair for a certain # of words / articles and my strengths, and, weaknesses when it comes to working on an independent basis.

Do you feel your employer properly prepared you for your job? Explain.
Yes, and continue to do so.

Was there training for your current position? If yes, what did it entail?
Reading introductory materials, and, watching tutorial videos on company Help / Tutorial Webpages.

Do you feel your educational background prepared you for your job? Explain.
Absolutely as I’ve completed English classes at both Harvard and Humboldt Universities.

If applicable, do you feel your internship experience helped you prepare for your job?
No internship.

If someone wanted to go about getting a job similar to yours, what would you recommend for him or her to do?
I located my job through I-freelance.com which lists a variety of jobs on a freelance bulletin board at a nominal monthly, or, annual fee * I would advise to be sure and select monthly at sign-up and renewal. However, this is the third job I’ve had and have now worked for the writing service for over 3 years so jobs do exist, and, pay as I have been paid every week for the work I’ve submitted since sign-up.

What skills do you think a person should have if they want to pursue a position like yours?
Computer Expert, Fast Thinker and Writer, Excellent grammar and spelling skills. In addition, most article writing services provide articles world wide so knowing how to write for a world audience is also important.

Do you feel that you need a certain level of education or training to be successful in your job?
Yes * Whether home schooled, or, traditionally educated, one needs have excellent English and Writing skills.

What advice would you give to someone who was about to start work in your position/ line of work?
Self-dedication, ability to write concise clear sentences at word counts indicated, follow instructions, and, reviews work before submitting same. Also, it is good to look for a service which allows one to write freely while following guidelines and topics. For, when one can select articles with which one has an interest, such articles are often going to be more interesting both to writer, and, reader.