Founding Contributor Writer (Volunteer)

Job Title: Founding Contributor Writer (Volunteer)

Location: Remote (With long-term vision to establish in Canada)

Job Type: Volunteer / Part-time

About Sheon

Sheon is an independent digital magazine exploring thoughtful living through essays, literature, art, and culture. We are an early-stage, fully remote publication building a dedicated space for meaningful depth, curiosity, and intentional storytelling over fast-paced online content.

We are looking for a thoughtful Founding Contributor Writer who enjoys exploring the beauty of ordinary life through personal essays, literary nonfiction, cultural commentary, and reflective storytelling. This is a volunteer opportunity ideal for writers looking to get published, expand their portfolio, and shape the voice of a growing independent publication.

What You Will Do

• Submit original work: Craft and submit high-quality pieces for editorial consideration.
• Collaborate closely: Work through a supportive, constructive editorial review and revision process.
• Maintain consistency: Contribute to a fixed publishing schedule and meet a monthly article quota.

Who We Are Looking For

• Literary voice: Writers who enjoy reflective or literary writing and possess a unique perspective.
• Coachability: Creators who are open to thoughtful, collaborative editorial feedback.
• Values alignment: Individuals who prioritize depth, curiosity, and authentic storytelling.
• Aesthetic match: Writers interested in our core themes: Slow Living, Creativity, Modern Womanhood, Culture, Literature, Mindfulness, Identity, Personal Essays, Poetry, and Everyday Beauty.

What You Will Receive

• Guaranteed bylines: Publication in Sheon Magazine with a professional author byline.
• Portfolio growth: A structured platform to showcase your polished, edited work to a broader audience.
• Editorial mentorship: Hands-on feedback from our editing team to help strengthen your writing.
• Community access: The opportunity to connect and grow with our tight-knit circle of Founding Contributors.

Compensation & Future Vision

This is currently an unpaid volunteer contributor opportunity. As an independent startup publication, we are focused on cultivating a thoughtful community of writers and artists. Our long-term vision is to grow Sheon into a sustainable publication that can financially compensate its contributors as we scale.

How to Apply

If this resonates with you, we would love to hear from you!

Please email [email protected] with the following:

1. Introduction: A short paragraph about yourself and your background.
2. Writing samples: Three (3) samples of your work (essays, articles, or personal pieces).
3. Your "Why": A few words about why you want to contribute specifically to Sheon.