Memory Lane Story Curator

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About Suddenly Senior

One of the most popular sections of Suddenly Senior is “Memory Lane”—a space where older adults share treasured memories, cultural snapshots, and personal reflections from decades past. We’re looking for a warm, organized Story Curator to help us collect, format, and publish these timeless stories from our readers.

What You’ll Do

  • Review and organize reader-submitted stories and memory pieces
  • Lightly edit submissions for grammar, clarity, and tone while preserving voice
  • Select standout pieces and schedule them for publication in our Memory Lane section
  • Work with our editorial and design team to match stories with vintage images or themed headers
  • Coordinate with the Community Engagement Manager to encourage more submissions

What We’re Looking For

  • Love for nostalgia and personal storytelling
  • Experience with editing, curating, or publishing reader submissions
  • Empathy and respect for preserving contributors’ unique voices
  • Good organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Bonus: background in senior outreach, oral history, or journalism

Compensation

$20–$30/hour depending on experience, or open to volunteers passionate about memory preservation. Estimated 4–6 hours/month to start.

How to Apply

Please send us:

  • A brief note about why you’re interested in this role
  • An example of a personal story you’ve edited or curated (optional)
  • Your availability and hourly rate (if seeking paid work)
Job Category: Mission-Driven Roles
Job Type: Part Time
Job Location: Remote

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