Top 10 Online Writing Jobs in Nigeria for Young Promising People

Top 10 Online Writing Jobs in Nigeria for Young Promising People
Are you a young talented Nigerian writer looking for businesses that needs your content creating skills?
Maybe you’ve just finished that copywriting course, and eager to try your hands on things to live-test
your creativity, and gain on-field experience. It can also be because you’ve finally decided to turn that
hobby into a steady means of livelihood. Whatever the reasons are that prompts you to look for online
writing jobs in Nigeria, continue reading this article – we’ve compiled the best platforms/websites to get
online writing jobs in Nigeria.
The services of writers, and content creators is constantly being sought after around the country. Small
to large scale business clearly knows a good writer is often always needed to help sell their products to
the large community of readers. Companies involved in content creation, and development, regards
writers as the backbone of their business because, the level of creativity shown by writers they employ
can make all the difference in the quest for dominance in their respective niche.
We have compiled this list for young promising writer who’s looking to land their next writing gig, and
maybe even apply for fulltime writing roles. Without further ado, let’s get to it.

10 Best Websites to Find Writing Jobs in Nigeria
This list contains websites that post writing gigs online for Nigerians. In case you can’t find the popular
freelance platforms you are used to, it’s probably because they either don’t have a lot of Nigerians
businesses posting job vacancies, or they don’t have at all in their platform. Read carefully, and chose
for those that interests you.
1. Indeed
This online job search platform which was founded in 2004, is no doubt among the top names when
considering job search engines. The job search engine is used by employers from different companies
around the globe (most of them on start-up level). Of course, if there is no evidence of Nigerian
businesses using it, it won’t appear here. It is basically a crowdsourcing platform where employers post
job vacancies, and registered job seekers click to apply for jobs. If your application for a job is accepted,
you get to work with remotely with your employer. It should be noted that authenticity writing jobs/gigs
solely depends on the employer/employing company, and not the Indeed.

2. LinkedIn Jobs
LinkedIn markets itself as a business, and employment-oriented web and app based service. The
platform which was established in 2003 has been linking up millions of professionals with employers for
more than a decade. As a writer, all you need do is signup, and use the job search tab to search for
vacancies that’s in your niche. It’s often confused as a platform just like Indeed, but it isn’t. LinkedIn is
more driven towards building a network between professionals, and entrepreneurs.

3. Justfrom5K
Justfrom5k is a Nigerian based freelance platform (exclusive for Nigerians). The agency which was
established in 2014 has a sole aim of connecting buyers of different services with people who can offer
such services – sure there’s a lot of writing gigs uploaded daily. Being a job search engine, whenever

your application for a gig is accepted, you get to work remotely with the employer. That being said,
authenticity of jobs depends on the employer, so it’s advisable to operate on a payment plan that’s safer
for you. However, justfrom5k is a freelance platform that manually reviews job posts from employers,
ensuring that there’s credibility on the part of employer.

4. 234work
Safe to say writers can think of 234work is Nigeria’s own version of Fiverr. It is a freelance platform that
allows sellers/freelancers post gigs for free, while buyers/employers book on gigs. Unlike most listed
above, on 234work freelancers don’t need to work remotely with employers. The platform uses an
escrow system where money is transferred to the account/wallet of the freelancer, after both parties
confirm that the job is done.

5. Alljobs
This is an online crowdsourcing platform where employer post job vacancy (part time/full time), and
interested individuals with the right skill set as stated in the job description gets to apply. Majority of the
jobs posted on this platform is on part-time/contract basis. Writers can use the search tool to see job
opportunities in their area of expertise. It’s another safe place to connect with employers willing to work
remotely.

6. Fiverr
Well I know some seasoned freelance writers will be wondering why Fiverr is appearing 6 th of all
positions, and not 1 st . Well as stated earlier, the post was compiled while giving preferences to writing
job opportunities hosted by entrepreneurs in Nigeria. Although the number of Nigerian employers that
uses Fiverr to search for writers is very small, it’s a platform that give young talented Nigerian writers
the opportunity to work with foreign clients, build a robust CV, and also earn in foreign currency. The
freelance platforms allows freelancers to post gigs, which are seen by interested buyers who then make
bookings. It’s a very safe platform for both freelancer and writer as transactions are done with the Fiverr
escrow account, and freelancers are only paid when both parties confirms success of gigs.

7. Guru
Guru is a foreign-based freelance platform that operates with community of professionals, and experts.
Using this platform requires you to have an official writing degree, or any other related degree before
you stand chances to compete for gigs. Jobs posted on this platform can be very lucrative, because there
is a general perception of hiring seasoned professionals.

8. Copywriting Network
This is a network hosted by 10 individuals (writers), who write, and purchase contents written by other
content writers signed up on the platform. They allow writers of all levels to apply for writing jobs in
network on freelance basis. You can visit the website www.copywriting.network to find out how they
operate, and apply for a freelance writing position.

9. Hireable
This is a freelance platform used by freelancers around the globe. Yes, it’s a foreign-based freelance
market place, but it merits its appearance on this list because of the configuration of its search
algorithm. It’s a freelance platform that gives all users around the globe equal chances of getting hired.
This means if your pitch is good enough, you can get hired.

10. TalentDesire
TalentDesire pitches itself as an online outsourcing platform that puts employers, and businesses in
contact with a global network of freelancers. The free system gives writers chance to browse for jobs
posted by employers. Writing jobs posted can be very competitive as bids can be made by multiple
writers

Conclusion
Listed above are freelance platforms that is currently being used by a lot of Nigerian writers to earn
money from home. Some popular freelance platforms like Upwork, iWrite, Pro blogger, and behance are
not listed here because chances of Nigerian writers excelling on those platforms have chosen to be very slim over the years