Staff Writer - EverOut Chicago

Noisy Creek • Chicago, IL

3d • $50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

About Us EverOut is a fast-growing event discovery platform covering entertainment, food, and culture in Seattle, Portland, and now Chicago. Brought to you by Noisy Creek, the company behind The Reader , EverOut is the go-to resource for everything that’s happening in Chicago. The Role We're seeking a versatile Staff Writer to join our team. In this evolving position, you'll contribute to EverOut’s mission by creating engaging content of all kinds about the diverse happenings in Chicago (from art shows to concerts, restaurant openings to film screenings, cultural festivals, and more) while helping maintain and curate our event calendar, inspiring our community, and contributing to our company’s growth. This is a dynamic role, where flexibility and collaboration will be key. If you're the go-to person in your friend group to make plans for a night out, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Writing or editorial background
• Familiarity with digital content platforms and basic HTML
• Experience with social media and digital communication tools
• Background in fast-paced environments where attention to detail matters
• A skilled writer who can adapt to various content formats and audience needs
• Someone connected to the cultural pulse of Chicago
• A detail-oriented self-starter comfortable with both creative and administrative tasks
• A team player who's always willing to lend a hand
• Digitally savvy with the ability to learn new systems and tools quickly
• The type of person friends turn to for recommendations on what to do and where to go

Responsibilities

• Create compelling content about cultural events and entertainment across the city
• Keep our events calendar up to date by researching and adding upcoming events
• Help moderate incoming event data from various sources
• Contribute to our digital presence across our website and social channels
• Collaborate with our team to ensure our platforms remain current, relevant, and engaging
• Identify new trends and opportunities to connect with our audience

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision premiums
• Retirement Plan: SIMPLE IRA with employer matching contributions
• Paid Time Off: 16 paid holidays, birthday off (or a day off during your birthday month), vacation accrual starting after your first payroll, increasing up to 4 weeks after 5 years
• Employee Assistance Program: Free health, wellness, and financial support services
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options to set aside pre-tax funds for medical, dependent care, and other expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed