Content Writer (contract)

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

About the role

Are you a skilled storyteller with a passion for translating complex, technical concepts into compelling narratives that resonate with business audiences? This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic marketing content team responsible for producing high-impact assets including blogs, white papers, guides, landing pages, emails, customer stories, social posts, and videos. In this role, you will play a central part in shaping campaign content focused on generative AI and search advertising products, partnering cross-functionally to ensure every piece of content aligns with brand voice, accessibility standards, and strategic business priorities. You will bring clarity and creativity to complex subject matter, leveraging modern tools and AI-assisted workflows to elevate content quality and scalability across a wide range of formats and audiences.

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 (30% of the role)
• Research complex topics and synthesize insights into clear, audience-centric narratives across a variety of content asset types (30% of the role)
• Brainstorm and experiment with AI tools and workflows to improve content production efficiency and scalability (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
• 4 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

Skills

• 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

Additional Details

Location: Remote
Duration: 6 months

Pay

$42 - $48 per hour

Schedule

40 hours per week

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave)