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Biography

Simon Owens is an Assistant Managing Editor at US News and World Report. He currently lives in Washington, DC. He began his career as a newspaper journalist, writing for small newspapers in central and eastern Virginia. In 2008 and 2009 he was an associate editor for PBS’ MediaShift. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, Forbes, Harvard’s Nieman Lab, and The Next Web. He’s been interviewed by reporters from The New York Times, CNN, The Washington Post, and several other newspapers, television, and radio programs. For several years, Simon worked with creative and PR agencies to secure hundreds of placements on top blogs and social news sites for clients. He has conducted digital PR for both major and small brands and has driven millions of page views for clients.

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Total articles 1553

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  The best longform journalism we consumed this week

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  Apr. 18, 2025

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  His media company reaches more New Yorkers than the New York Times

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  Apr. 17, 2025

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  Vanity Fair is Condé Nast's awkward middle child

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  Apr. 15, 2025

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Freelance

Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.