ProBlogger

ProBlogger is an authority site for the blogging industry, founded by Darren Rowse. While it offers educational content, it is most famous for the ProBlogger Job Board. This job board is a primary source of high-quality freelance writing gigs, editing jobs, and content marketing roles.

Employers pay to post jobs, which filters out low-quality spam and ensures that the leads are legitimate. For freelance writers, checking the ProBlogger board is a daily ritual. It is a legitimate resource where thousands of writers have found long-term, well-paying clients without paying commission fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is it free for writers?

Yes, accessing the job board and applying to jobs is completely free for writers. You do not need to create an account or pay a subscription fee to view the listings.

2. How do I apply for jobs?

Each job listing has its own application instructions. Typically, you will use an online form provided by ProBlogger, or you will be directed to email the client or fill out a form on the client's website.

3. What kind of rates can I expect?

Since employers pay $80 to post a job, the rates are usually decent to high. You can often find gigs paying $0.05 to $0.15+ per word, which is significantly better than content mills.

4. Is it only for bloggers?

While the focus is on blogging, you can also find jobs for copywriting, social media management, technical writing, and ghostwriting. It serves the broader content marketing industry.

5. Is it safe?

ProBlogger is very safe because the posting fee deters scammers. However, you should still do due diligence on any client before starting work, as ProBlogger does not handle payments or contracts.