Antique Product Listing Writer

Budget: $15 - $25/hr

Antique Catalog Writer (French Antiques, Research Validation & Listings)

I run a Provence-based antiques shop and am looking for help refining and validating our internal research into polished, compelling product listings for a discerning, design-focused audience.

This role is not about writing from scratch. You will be working from internally generated material including research notes, AI-assisted summaries, measurements, and photography, and transforming that into publication-ready listings that balance accuracy with strong, natural storytelling.

Categories

You will primarily work across:

Responsibilities

• Verify historical details, materials, stylistic periods, and French terminology • Refine and elevate descriptions so each piece feels distinct while maintaining a consistent, premium tone • Structure listings with a clear title, engaging opening paragraph, and well-organized key details (dimensions, condition, era, origin) • Ensure language is clean, natural, and aligned with a design-savvy audience rather than auction-house formality • Flag any uncertainties, inconsistencies, or questionable claims for review

What I’m Looking For

• Strong interest or background in antiques, decorative arts, or art history • Excellent written English (native or near-native) • High attention to detail and comfort working with imperfect or AI-generated inputs • Ability to balance accuracy with restraint. The tone should feel informed, not academic or overly sales-driven

Workflow

Items will be shared in batches via a shared folder. You will return completed listings in a simple template, ready to be uploaded.

This is ongoing freelance work with flexible volume.

To Apply

Please include:

• A brief note on your experience with antiques or historical objects • 1–2 relevant writing samples

--Bonus

Familiarity with French antiques such as Terre de Fer, confit pots, or copper cookware is highly valued.

Please avoid overly decorative or marketing-heavy language. Clarity and restraint are key.