Content Writer (contract)

Summary

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and edit recurring long-form content including thought leadership pieces, blog posts, emails, and case studies that support campaign storytelling and the promotion of larger content assets
• Research complex topics and synthesize insights into clear, audience-centric narratives across a variety of content asset types, accounting for approximately 30% of the role
• Write and edit long-form content with a focus on quality, consistency, and strategic alignment, accounting for approximately 30% of the role
• Brainstorm and experiment with AI tools and workflows to improve content production efficiency and scalability, accounting for approximately 20% of the role
• Surface new content formats and use cases to improve content quality, clarity, and scalability using modern tooling
• Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and accessibility standards
• Apply writing best practices tailored to different audiences, products, and programs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with social and content teams, subject matter experts, and SEO stakeholders to maintain content continuity and support review and approval workflows

Requirements

• 4 to 7 or more years of experience in content writing, journalism, or a related field
• 4 to 7 or more years of experience in long-form B2B content writing and editing
• 3 to 5 or more years of experience with search advertising, AI marketing, or related technical subject matter
• 3 to 5 or more years of experience in research synthesis and executive-level storytelling
• Demonstrated experience writing for B2B advertisers and agencies
• Proven portfolio of long-form, strategic content across multiple audiences and channels
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• A portfolio of long-form written work samples is required for consideration
• Exceptional long-form writing and editing skills with the ability to craft strategic, audience-centric content
• Demonstrated fluency in search advertising, generative AI marketing platforms, or related technical subject matter
• Strong ability to research complex topics and distill insights into executive-level storytelling
• Proficiency in applying writing best practices across multiple channels and audience types
• Experience leveraging AI tools and modern content workflows to enhance production quality and efficiency
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
• Solid understanding of brand voice, content consistency, and accessibility standards