Become A Metro Curator: Tell People What They Need To Know Today

Are you a content creator and social influencer? Join the Patch team as a metro newsletter writer and curator in one of America's great cities.

• Are you proud of your city? Does sharing important news with others bring you joy? Do friends and family turn to you for advice on things to do and places to go?
• Are you interested in earning extra cash while providing a valuable resource to your city?
• Can you dedicate a few hours a day, 5 days a week to an income-producing side project?

If you answered YES to all the above, we invite you to apply for a role as a newsletter curator.

• Using Patch's newsletter-curation tools and your knowledge of what makes your city unique and interesting, you'll assemble a useful guide to the most significant news stories and the best things to do each day.
• You’ll earn a flat fee per newsletter and a commission on local sales revenue generated by your newsletter.
• You’ll be supported by the Patch marketing, sales, product and engineering teams to help you grow your audience and income.

We are looking for newsletter curators in these cities. Click a city to apply:

» Dallas TX

» Houston TX

» Phoenix AZ

» Queens NY

» Buffalo NY

» Pittsburgh PA

» St. Louis MO

7 attributes for ideal candidates:

1. Have an eye for what people find interesting and strong knowledge of their city and media landscape
2. Write clearly, crisply and quickly
3. Are digitally savvy and plugged into locally-focused social media groups and communities
4. Know the most important organizations and businesses in their city
5. Will devote 90 minutes, five days a week to their newsletter
6. Would find the idea of growing a local audience exciting
7. Marketing or sales experience, though not required, is a plus

Curator testimonials:

• Patch’s Newsletter Curator role is an excellent way to get in tune with the community around you and share your local knowledge. I know I have enjoyed helping others stay informed, while learning more myself. — Carlos H. (Florida)
• I've been curating for almost a year now, and I love what I do. The best part is the feedback I get from my readers and followers. Their words of encouragement and suggestions are always meaningful and their positive feedback really makes my day! — Kathy M. (South Carolina)

What our metro subscribers say:

• Always entertaining and inviting! A guaranteed local cultural gem to have!
• I’m addicted to your news now! Love the tone of voice! Great job!
• The information you share is informative and interesting. There’s something for everyone. Easy bite-sized pieces.
• Interesting current events. Sad news also. Everything is clear and concise.
• Good quick read with a snappy writing style. One of the first things I read in the morning.