
Freelance Content Writer
Siege Media
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- 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
- Ability 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
Benefits
- Siege Media values diversity.
- Committed to helping all people succeed at Siege.
- Reasonable accommodation is offered during the application process.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
content writingSEOdigital content creationlong-form writinghow-to guidestrend reportsthought leadershiptitle optimizationorganic link generationproject management
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillsadaptabilityattention to detailindependencecreativitysolutions-oriented approachrelationship buildingtime managementfeedback implementationprioritization
Certifications
4-year university degree