A lot of companies these days are upping their application requirements. It must be the stiff competition, considering the financial crisis the world is experiencing today. Here is one such company.

ITC Worldwide Limited is looking for article writers for advertorial sections* described on its website  as well as topics suggested by site administration. Topics will be about accommodation discounts, finding travel deals, tips for traveling, social networks in trip organization/planning and tips to avoid tourist traps in Mexico, Caribbean, Florida, Pacific Rim, Latin America and Europe. We are looking for talented experienced digital publicists to write 4 articles per month (minimum). Candidates must have a solid command of the English language, have passport with lots of stamps and most importantly, share a passion for writing local, original travel content.

Read on for compensation and application requirements.

When I got this email, I was vastly amused. Not in a bad way, actually, but in a hey-this-is-an-awesome-job-posting-that-is-full-of-potential. I’m amused because whoever wrote this bit has a very, very, VERY clear image of the person he wants to hire. I’m sure a lot of companies have that as well but never this eloquently articulated.

All I can say is, I hope they pay whoever they’re getting a shitload of money! From the sound of it, they’re looking for a supermom. Read on.

Momfinds Media is seeking a super smart and stylish editor for shopping site MomFinds.com.

Are you the type of Mom who other moms are always asking where did you get that?

New York based shopping editorial website is looking for a SUPER STYLISH MOM with ONLINE EXPERIENCE and an iPhone full of kids’ product insiders, PR contacts and influential mom bloggers to prove it. Must be able to own and manage editorial production. You’re a multi-tasking superstar ready to help take our business to the next level of excellence.

Passionate about delivering a high quality editorial product, you should have 3 -6 years experience managing and editing in an online or email environment. You should have the business mindset to smartly prioritize and organize content, and the editorial flair to deliver a consistent and compelling product.

You have run complicated projects and love to find new ways to streamline process. You never miss a deadline and are a perfectionist when it comes to getting the job done.

A smart editor with an eye for what will ignite buzz on the internet you get our content is linked far and wide. Have the ability to coach your stable of writers to make us the must-read site. You know what kind of diapers Angelina swears by, what the best selling toy is at Target and what to do about under-eye bags.

Here’s an interesting job posting on Edtechreviews for those who have technical knowledge on educational technology:

Are you experienced in a specific field of educational technology?  Would you like to share your knowledge with others and help a start-up site grow?  Would you like to earn supplemental income and work on your own schedule?  Consider becoming a category editor!

Currently accepting applications for editors for the following categories:
Software – Accessibility Software,  Communication Software (email, phone, website, etc.), Curriculum Software, Games, Management Software (gradebooks, attendence, assessment data, etc.), Multimedia Software

On the Web – Educational Tech Blogs, e-Learning Sites, Grants, Lesson Plan Sites, Professional Development, Record Keeping, Teacher Websites

Equipment – Assistive Technology, Classroom Tech Tools,  Computer Systems, Distance Learning, Network Administration, and Presentation Equipment.

Category Editors have three main responsibilities:
1. Contribute to our blog about trends, news, and general information of a particular area in educational technology (ex. Curriculum Software).
2. Write short “Editor’s Pick” reviews of products and services you are familiar with in your category.
3. Solicit by email for potential products to be listed in our growing directory.

Compensation is earned through 100% of Google AdSense revenue and 50% commission of category sponsorships on pages in the category and blog posts and by 50% commission of new listings to the category. Current listing fees are $14.99 for standard listings and $59.99 for featured listings (commissions of $7.50 and $30.00).  Editors are independent contractors.  AdSense revenue will go to your google publisher id account and commissions are payed through PayPal.  We will also gladly place multiple links on the site to your blog or site.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in education, computer science, instructional technology, MIS, or a related field.  Work experience in the field of educational technology preferred.  Must be a proficient writer.

Email Ronnie Burt at info at edtechreviews dot com. Good luck!

I’ve got a sweet gig – literally – for you, o loyal reader! 100CafeStreet, a blog devoted to all thing dessert-related, is looking for a talented and happy blogger who can successfully and consistently write about desserts, tea and coffee.

You can choose your subjects, if you like. Some suggested topics would be sugar free desserts, cupcakes, tips on how to save on desserts, 5 minutes desserts, cupcakes with personality, top 10 tea brands, short history of tea, fondant delights, brownies forever, how to make truffles, cake projects, dessert recipes, smoothies, benefits of tea, yummy pastry, most loved pie flavors, etc. Once in a while they will suggest a specific topic to write about but the choice is still yours.

This is what they expect from you:
- high quality posts
- minimum of 250 words/post
- 1 post/week
- 1 good quality image included in every post
- excellent English grammar
- interesting subjects
- willingness to learn and improve your writing skills
- absolutely NO plagiarism

Their rates and conditions:
- $5 per posting
- Payment through PayPal only
- a short bio on our About Us page with a link to your website

Experience with WordPress and keywords is an advantage. If you are interested in being our contributor, please send us a message with who you are, 3 samples of your writing and links to your blogs or other websites you posted on to 100CafeStreet[at]gmail[dot]com

Have a sweet hunting!

You should check out Performancing’s job board! It’s helpful for bloggers looking for new gigs. Currently there are several postings ranging from gadget blogging to retail blogging so you’re bound to find something in line with your expertise. I’ll be writing about some of the job posts here. Of course, I’ll be screening all the jobs carefully so as not to waste your time.

So what are you waiting for? Go!

Spiteful Critic is a rapidly growing entertainment web magazine. It publishes humorous and interesting guides, round-ups, reviews, interviews and commentary. Currently, they have a writing staff of 25 and they need a good writer to join them in order to improve their content.

Adsense revenue is split between writers. Right now, they’re paying:

• $1-$2 per article
• $5 for the 3 best articles of the quarter
• $10 for the 3 most viewed articles of the quarter
• $100 for the next article to break 50,000 views.

If you’ve got any questions or just already burning to apply,  email brandonroot at gmail dot com. Good luck!

PremiumThemes releases out of the box WordPress themes that helps small businesses and bloggers achieve their quick online presence easily and affordably.

They’re looking for a reliable and experienced writer/blogger, preferably with some knowledge of WordPress and of web design. Some blogging experience and knowledge of light HTML is preferred. Language and communication skills must be first rate.

Job responsibilities include writing the:

-theme release post
-theme installation guide with screenshot.
-theme description, features etc. with screenshot.
-small tutorials on wordpress and tips and tricks on how to customize our themes(samples and links will be provided)

Please contact us with
- a cover letter (please explain why you are best fit for the job)
- details and samples of your previous writing experience
- a short resume
- salary expected

Contact rbhavesh at gmail dot com for inquiries and application.

Mktg, an events and marketing agency (based in New York) for a leading wine and spirits company is looking for freelance viral marketers to generate content surrounding new brand launches; essentially, a cyber-brand ambassador. The position entails 10-hours per week beginning October 1 – December 31.

Applicants must be:

• 21+
• Web 2.0 literate
• Active Twitter user with interactive following
• Active Facebook user (a plus if you’ve managed group or fan page)
• A frequent navigator of pop-culture focused blogs
• Familiar with local nightlife and online listings/publications
• Capable of driving hits to various web sites and articles
• Subscribers of underground party lists
• Open to tasting and reviewing new alcohol brands

Email careers at mktg dot com for inquiries and application. I say, there’s nothing better than a job that requires you to drink alcohol. Good luck!

Gadzooki.com, a tech community blog, needs a passionate, opinionated blogger to write reviews or put forward opinions on all things gadget/ tech-related. They don’t want someone whose idea of tech blogging is just jotting down product specs and posting product pictures – they need someone with personality and is not afraid to show it in blogging for Gadzooki.

If you know how to do lists, great!

If you have access to the latest gadgets (say you already have a tech blog that receives review products once in a while or if you’re just plain dirty rich), then awesome!

Instant plus if you’re very keen on the tech scene in China or Japan. So, if you think you’re perfect for this job, apply at jayvee at splashpress dot com with some of your sample articles. Good hunting!

Wireload.net is looking for bloggers to write about email and email clients. Here are the specifics of the post:

Topics may include reviews of new email clients, web mails or email technologies. The articles should be written in a creative fashion, and preferably from an innovative point of view. All articles need to include some sort of media such as screenshots or similar.

• The length of the article will vary depending on the topic: 500 words is a base line.
• Flawless English is a must.
• We are not looking for someone to write a generic review of Gmail or Hotmail.

The terms are as follows: if hired, we will pay you for one article. If we like it, we will ask you to write another one. If that one is good too, we might move on and offer you to blog for us on a more frequent basis (perhaps one article per week).

If you are interested, please submit one or more sample articles as closely related as possible to the email technology theme to jobs at wireload dot net