Staff Writer, Space.com

As a Staff Writer at Space.com, you'll be responsible for creating engaging content that covers spaceflight, astronomy, earth science, and skywatching. This involves writing news articles, features, and reference pages. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to attend launch events and contribute to our social and video channels, all while working collaboratively with an enthusiastic team.

To apply for the Staff Writer role at Space.com, it’s preferred that you have a degree or appropriate qualification in space sciences along with excellent written English skills. Previous experience writing about space topics will put you ahead of the curve, as will a good network of contacts within the space industry.

Key skills for a Staff Writer at Space.com include strong writing abilities tailored for the web, a deep knowledge of space topics, and research skills to stay informed. Moreover, the capacity to handle multiple assignments under tight deadlines is essential to thrive in this fast-paced role.

Joining Space.com as a Staff Writer comes with some exciting benefits. You'll enjoy uncapped leave, performance bonuses when targets are met, well-being support, and the opportunity to purchase shares in Future through a Share Incentive Plan. This role also allows for meaningful work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

The Staff Writer position at Space.com is entirely remote! Future US has the eligibility to hire in multiple states, giving you the flexibility to work from the comfort of your home while contributing to a dynamic team passionate about space.

When answering this question, highlight any specific projects or articles you’ve worked on related to space topics. Additionally, discuss your research methods and how you keep up with current developments in the space industry, showcasing your passion and commitment.

Detail a strategy you use for managing your time effectively. This could include how you prioritize tasks, set mini-deadlines within your articles, and engage in proactive communication with your team to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Focus on qualities such as curiosity and adaptability. Explain how curiosity drives you to explore new ideas and topics in space, while adaptability allows you to pivot your writing style based on different formats and audience needs.

Explain your process for fact-checking and sourcing information. You might discuss validating information through credible sources and consulting with experts in the field to ensure that the content you produce is both accurate and trustworthy.

Share a specific instance where you faced a challenging topic or deadline and how you overcame it. Discuss the steps you took to research, write, and ultimately deliver a successful piece under pressure.

Reflect on the areas of space that excite you the most—whether it's rocket science, astronomy, or space exploration. Communicate your enthusiasm for these topics and how it translates into your writing and storytelling.

Discuss how you view feedback as a learning opportunity. Explain how you incorporate constructive criticism into your writing process and the adjustments you’ve made in the past based on feedback from editors or peers.

Talk about the importance of creating engaging, concise, and well-structured content for online readers. Mention how you would optimize articles for readability and incorporate visuals or multimedia elements to enhance the reader's experience.

Outline your approach to planning articles, such as conducting preliminary research, creating briefs, and structuring your content. You might discuss how this planning process helps organize your thoughts and leads to clearer writing.

Express your admiration for Space.com’s mission and your enthusiasm for contributing to a platform that educates and inspires. Highlight how your personal interests and values align with the company's goals and culture.