We are looking for experienced content writers to create well-researched, SEO-optimised restaurant articles for a South African food discovery platform. Important: You do not need to be based in South Africa, but you must be comfortable doing deep online research using Google, reviews, social media, and restaurant websites. ⸻ Scope of Work • Write “Top X” restaurant articles (e.g. Top 5 Sushi Restaurants in Johannesburg) • Each article will focus on: • A specific city or area in South Africa • A cuisine type or dining theme • Articles must be fact-based, not opinion-only ⸻ Research Requirements (MANDATORY) You will be required to research each restaurant using: • Google Maps & Google Reviews • Instagram (hashtags, posts, engagement) • Restaurant websites and menus • Online food blogs and directories Articles must be based on real data, reviews, and social proof. ⸻ Article Requirements • Length: 1,200 – 1,800 words • Clear structure with subheadings • Individual restaurant breakdowns • SEO-friendly but natural writing • Neutral, informative tone (no fake “first-person” experiences) ⸻ Ideal Freelancer Profile • Proven experience writing food, travel, or local business content • Strong online research skills • Familiarity with SEO writing • Excellent English • Able to follow structured guidelines • Detail-oriented and fact-driven ⸻ Test Requirement (VERY IMPORTANT) To apply, please include: 1. A short explanation of how you would research a “Best Restaurants” article for a country you don’t live in. 2. 1–2 samples of food or location-based articles you have written. 3. Your rate per article. Applications without the above will not be considered. ⸻ Ongoing Work This is long-term work for the right writers. We plan to publish multiple articles per week. ⸻ Budget • Per article (negotiable based on experience & quality) • Bonuses for consistently high-quality work ⸻ Why Work With Us • Clear briefs & structured methodology • Consistent workload • Opportunity to grow with a fast-scaling platform