Writer

Company Description

AR Academics is a boutique college consulting, test preparation, and tutoring service designed specifically for high school students. Based on a mission to empower students, we ensure they excel academically and navigate the college admissions process with confidence. Our team of experienced educators and consultants offers a personalized approach, tailoring services to each student’s unique strengths, aspirations, and growth areas. By providing a comprehensive range of educational resources, we aim to help students reach their full potential and achieve academic success.

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Newport Beach, CA, for a Writer at AR Academics. The ideal candidate will possess a strong command of language and an ability to engage diverse audiences through various forms of written content—primarily application assistance and essay writing (think creative nonfiction memoirs that also happen to be “Let me into your school” arguments). This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality work that adheres to established narrative guidelines and styles.

The Writer will also collaborate with the consulting team to develop tailored materials that align with the goals of individual students.

• Strong skills in writing and creative writing
• Attention to detail with demonstrated experience in Proofreading and Editing
• Experience or interest in Education, College Admissions, or related areas
• Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to adapt tone and voice for diverse audiences
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, Writing, or a related field
• Ability to work collaboratively in-person with a dynamic team in Newport Beach, CA
• Proven experience in creative or admissions writing/counseling, with a portfolio showcasing diverse writing samples.
• Expertise in essay structure, particularly with the Hero’s Journey framework and the use of descriptive language to create engaging narratives.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• A passion for storytelling and a keen interest in engaging readers through innovative content creation.

Pay: $29-$40 hourly. Based on the following factors:

If you are interested, send in your resume and writing sample or samples to  If the sample passes review, we’ll move onto a one-hour writing test, wherein you will answer a hypothetical prompt under a time constraint. Should you pass the hypothetical, you will be moved into the final interview, where terms are set, pay is negotiated, and an offer is made.