Bring the Typewriter, Bring the Vibe
Haikuists is looking for creative, personable people to write custom haiku for guests at events in San Diego. You’ll listen to someone’s story, find the detail that matters, and turn it into a poem they can take home, typed on a vintage manual typewriter.
You don’t need to be a professional poet. We’re looking for people who enjoy writing, connect easily with strangers, and can create something personal in the moment.
Apply and submit sample writing here:
https://form.asana.com/?k=Jh3zN8vnJzumNapZBvLN-g&d=1204641956147991
What you’ll do
Talk with guests and write custom haiku during corporate, private, and public events
Type each poem on a manual typewriter and take a photo of each finished haiku
Set up and maintain a welcoming, polished station
Adapt to venues that may be busy, loud, or dimly lit
What you’ll bring
Strong writing skills, warmth, and confidence speaking with guests
The ability to work independently and collaborate with other poets
A functioning manual typewriter with a carrying case, or a willingness to purchase one
Comfort transporting your typewriter and working event sets that typically last 1–5 hours
Strong conversational English; additional languages are a plus
The practical details
This is occasional, event-based work, and booking frequency varies by location. Travel arrangements or reimbursement, when applicable, are confirmed for each booking.
If you need to purchase a typewriter, Haikuists provides a $100 stipend, paid with your first gig payment.
Sound like you? Apply and submit a writing sample here:
https://form.asana.com/?k=Jh3zN8vnJzumNapZBvLN-g&d=1204641956147991
