Our dynamic marketing team needs a versatile blog writer to create compelling content that captures attention and drives engagement. The ideal candidate understands SEO best practices, possesses strong writing skills, and has a knack for transforming complex ideas into easily digestible and engaging articles. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company and contribute to a thriving content strategy.
Responsibilities
- Craft high-quality blog posts on a variety of topics
- Conduct thorough research to ensure factual accuracy and relevance
- Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve visibility
- Collaborate with the marketing team to align content with overall strategy
- Meet deadlines and maintain a consistent publishing schedule
- Adapt writing style to match different target audiences
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging topics
Required Skills
- Exceptional writing and grammar skills
- Strong understanding of SEO principles
- Experience with content management systems (CMS)
- Ability to conduct independent research
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Creativity and a passion for storytelling
- A portfolio showcasing blog writing samples
Background and Education
A relevant bachelor’s degree, or equivalent field is strongly preferred for this position. A background in writing, communications, or journalism offers ideal preparation for crafting high-quality content. Demonstrated understanding of SEO concepts, alongside proven blog content creation experience, will enable success within the role.
Contractor and Part-time Benefits
As a vital member of our team, you will have access to a collaborative workspace, professional development possibilities, and competitive rates. As this role is both part-time and contractor based, this unique hybrid position offers exceptional flexibility for work-life integration and freedom in creative output.
*Flexible schedule *Collaborative culture *Opportunities for growth *Prime location in Chesapeake, VA *Unique, individualized projects
Chesapeake Culture & Context
We deeply appreciate the talent and contributions in the Chesapeake writing community, and want you to use your skills as a local writer to drive compelling blog content. The ideal applicant should demonstrate the capacity to generate creative material related to a multitude of fields, and a specific awareness of Chesapeake markets is valued as well.