Freelance Content Writer

Responsibilities

• Write comprehensive articles on a variety of topics within specific industry verticals with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt tone and complexity of a piece to speak to the correct audience, as well as align with relevant style guides
• Hit client SEO traffic goals month over month by creating content that ranks and/or generates organic links
• Have a firm grasp on writing effective titles for improved CTR and the press
• Demonstrate the ability to implement feedback from editors, clients, and teammates
• Deliver a reliable, solutions-oriented approach to growing the online presence of our clients

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience as a content writer (ideally published on reputable news sites or industry blogs)
• Extensive knowledge of niche topics within the health, legal, finance, and/or tech industries
• Experience writing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, how-tos, software/tool roundups, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to form productive working relationships in a remote environment
• Strong project management skills, with ability to handle multiple projects while still working effectively
• Able to set priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Close attention to detail and a heavy focus on creating quality content
• Proven ability to generate creative ideas that attract attention on the web

Suggested Skills

• 4-year university degree
• Intermediary SEO knowledge with a working knowledge of SEO tools and how they can be used to improve client websites
• Experience collaborating with design teams and giving guidance on design and UX best practices