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  • We're a tight-knit creative collective in Fresno, fueled by imagination and a relentless pursuit of crafting narratives that resonate. Our client roster spans the gamut from tech disruptors to established brands, all seeking that *je ne sais quoi* to elevate their presence. We are currently seeking a skilled wordsmith to join us as a Creative Writer, someone ready to dive headfirst into a sea of diverse projects and surface with gold every single time. This isn't just about typing words; it's about breathing life into ideas, connecting with audiences, and leaving a mark that's uniquely our own. **Your Artistic Pursuits:** * **Conceptual Genesis:** Brainstorm and develop groundbreaking concepts for a range of campaigns, blending wit, insight, and sheer creative flair. * **Versatile Storytelling:** Juggle between different writing styles – think crisp, informative copy for websites to emotionally evocative prose for brand narratives. * **Collaborative Harmony:** Partner with art directors, designers, and marketers to craft cohesive and visually striking campaigns. * **Feedback Alchemy:** Integrate critiques from clients and internal teams, transforming input into creative enhancements. * **Research Immersion:** Immerse yourself in client industries, target demographics, and market trends to craft insightful and resonant content. * **Brand Voice Curator:** Champion the unique voice and style of each brand, weaving personality into every piece of content. * **Deadline Navigator:** Maneuver multiple projects with varying timelines, delivering high-quality work under pressure. * **Platform Agility:** Create content tailored for different mediums – from concise social media posts to in-depth articles. **Your Artistic Profile:** * Proven track record in crafting creative copy that captivates audiences, with a portfolio to flaunt. * An innate understanding of language, with a mastery of grammar, punctuation, and persuasive writing techniques. * Exceptional communication skills, a gift for articulating ideas with clarity and charisma. * Unwavering passion for the craft of writing, and a constant desire to hone your skills. * Resourcefulness and adaptability – ability to learn quickly and embrace new challenges. * Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, or a closely related area is preferred. However, compelling experience will be carefully considered. **Studio Culture Perks:** Beyond the standard benefits, we offer: * Unlimited artisanal coffee, brewed with obsessive precision. OK maybe not artisanal but darn good coffee! * Creative retreats to idyllic locales, fostering inspiration and camaraderie. A few great local breweries for happy hour and great collaboration! * A dog-friendly environment (for those inclined), creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Pets are allowed, but all must get along with other pets and humans. * Professional development opportunities to sharpen your skill set and advance your career. Courses, online trainings, conference visits; we love supporting growth! **Creative Compensation:** We believe that exceptional talent deserves recognition. We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, along with performance-based bonuses. In addition, there is medical, dental and vision, 401k matching after 90 days, plus paid holidays and vacation days. If you're ready to inject your creative genius into a studio that truly appreciates it, send us your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter that reflects your unique flair. Let's write the future together!
    Fresno, CA
    On-site, Remote
    Full-time, Contractor
    $45,000 - $65,000 yearly
    Creative Writing
    about 1 month ago
  • We're a nimble, Durham-based software company looking for a contractor who can blog for us and take our content game to the next level. Not vaporware blog posts filled with fluff, but real, deep dives on the ins and outs of enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions. This position is perfect for the tech-savvy writer who also has a knack for translating complex jargon into something readable. Think about a post that'll actually help someone struggling with multi-factor authentication set up! That's what we're after. **Core Objectives: Making Cyber Easy** * **Produce weekly content:** You'll need to create roughly 2-3 engaging, authoritative articles per week related to cybersecurity, cloud computing, and network infrastructure for publication on our corporate blog. * **Distill tech-heavy ideas:** We expect you to take extremely complex technical ideas and boil them down to simple, engaging takeaways suitable for non-technical business leaders. * **Amp up that organic traction:** Execute SEO strategy, identifying keywords and topics for blog posts that drive targeted traffic, enhance brand authority, and generate qualified leads from the Durham area and beyond. * **Become a community player:** Be open to interacting with other leaders in our field, cross-linking with their sites, and incorporating community-focused narratives into our posts. **You're probably our type if:** * You're a true digital content strategist with a clear understanding of organic growth and user acquisition tactics. * Your professional trajectory displays significant success building audiences for B2B companies through blogging. * You have a high level of technical fluency with cybersecurity topics such as network security, data encryption, and endpoint protection, etc. * You feel confident taking ownership of key performance indicators (KPIs), such as keyword rankings, bounce rates, conversion volume, and time-on-page metrics. **A background that gets our attention:** * A formal learning foundation in journalism, communications, information technology, or a closely related area. * At least three years showing real-world expertise writing and managing high-visibility blogs for cybersecurity companies. * Proven abilities performing rigorous keyword research to guide editorial decision-making. * A mastery level awareness of all modern best practices related to SEO, content strategy, and conversion rate optimization. **Agency Life Perks – Here’s what makes us, us!** * **Durham Focused**: Yes, we're a Durham, NC shop, and we like to work with local businesses. * **Flex-First Workplace**: A relaxed environment where great work can happen from anywhere. We encourage remote and hybrid opportunities to promote work/life balance. * **Competitive Compensation**: Top-tier salaries commensurate with experience. We appreciate top talent! * **Training Funds**: Personal training is valued. Your growth is a team win! (Think courses at NCCU). * **Uncapped Bonus Plan**: Generous commissions and performance-based bonuses for outstanding achievement, innovation, and leadership. * **Health/Dental/Vision Insurance**: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits packages including prescription drug coverage and mental wellness. * **Generous Vacation & Holiday Policy**: You'll receive ample PTO and paid holidays to spend time with family and friends. * **401(k) Retirement Plan**: We help secure your financial future through our retirement plan with company match.
    Durham, NC
    Remote/On-site
    Full-time/Contractor
    $60,000 - $90,000 per year
    Blog & Technical Writing
    about 1 month ago
  • Our rapidly growing digital solutions company needs a detail-oriented Technical Writer in Irvine, CA to produce high-quality documentation that contributes to the overall success of our products. We are committed to providing innovative software to businesses across various industries and need someone who can clearly communicate complex technical information to a broad audience. **Scope of Work** Your main responsibility is to create and maintain technical documentation. This involves everything from detailed user manuals and API documentation to system guides and troubleshooting resources. You'll be working closely with our software engineers, product managers, and customer support teams to gather the necessary information and ensure accuracy. This means becoming familiar with our tech stack and development processes to get the necessary insights. Your aim is to write clear, concise, and user-friendly content that empowers our users to effectively utilize our products. We are not interested in writers who simply paraphrase technical notes - your core skill needs to be the ability to understand complex processes and create simple, accessible content for end users with diverse technical abilities. **Key Functions & Deliverables** * Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation sets, including user manuals, API documentation, and knowledge base articles. * Collaborate with subject matter experts to obtain an in-depth understanding of products and features. * Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly content. * Create tutorials, videos, and other supplementary content to support user understanding. * Ensure documentation is accurate, consistent, and up-to-date. * Participate in documentation reviews and incorporate feedback from stakeholders. * Manage documentation versions, updates, and revisions efficiently. * Contribute to the continuous improvement of documentation processes and standards. * Proactively identify documentation gaps and suggest solutions. **Required Experience & Skillset** * Proven experience as a Technical Writer with a strong portfolio of technical documentation. * Proficiency in writing clear, concise, and user-friendly technical content. * Deep understanding of software development lifecycle and documentation processes. * Familiarity with documentation tools and technologies such as MadCap Flare, Confluence, and Git. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality. * Basic understanding of SEO and content optimization practices related to technical content. **Perks & Culture** We have a generous suite of benefits and perks that reflects the value we place on our employees. These offerings are designed to ensure employees are well cared for, have room for growth, and feel comfortable in their everyday work environment. The following represents the best of these options: * Robust medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, starting on your first day. * A competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience, because your expertise should be valued from day one. * Unlimited vacation, to encourage you to pursue your hobbies and decompress * A fully stocked kitchen, catered lunches, team-building events, because collaboration is key.
    Irvine, CA
    On-site & Remote
    Part-time / Contractor
    $30 - $40 per hour
    Technical Writing & Copywriting
    about 1 month ago
  • We are an educational resource center located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and we're currently seeking several adept Academic Writing specialists to provide content on a freelance, on-site basis. This pivotal position will contribute significantly to the accessibility of academic materials for our users. As a crucial component of our team, you'll delve into diverse fields, producing content that simplifies intricate concepts and meets stringent academic standards. This isn't simply about regurgitating knowledge; it's about reshaping perspectives. **Your Scholarly Endeavors** * Craft lucid explanations of multifaceted academic themes, tailored for a diverse readership. * Conduct thorough research across various scholarly disciplines to ensure content accuracy and relevance. * Generate original content for a wide array of academic levels, from introductory to advanced. * Collaborate cohesively with our internal team, ensuring that all work aligns with established stylistic and academic guidelines. * Deliver comprehensive assessments of completed projects, recommending improvements and modifications. * Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the latest academic writing conventions and resources. * Take ownership of assignments from inception through completion, ensuring excellence in every facet. * Adapt to project shifts, timelines, and evolving priorities. Exhibit agility and resilience amidst dynamic circumstances. **Academic Qualifications** * Candidates should possess robust academic credentials and a proven knack for crafting exemplary content. * Proficiency in scholarly communication and mastery of academic genres and citation formats are paramount. * Prior expertise in generating content across diverse academic subject areas is favored. * Exemplary writing acumen and attentiveness to detail are non-negotiable attributes. * Demonstrated success in meeting demanding deadlines is required. * Capacity to function autonomously as well as collaboratively within team structures. **Institutional Benefits** Engaging with our center as a freelance writer opens up distinctive benefits tailored for academic contributors: * Flexible Engagement: Revel in the autonomy of setting your personal pace and hours. * Varied Subject Exposure: Immerse yourself in an extensive spectrum of academic subject matter. * Competitive Compensation: Competitive compensation structures aligned with skillsets and responsibilities. * Intellectual Development: Continuously broaden your knowledge repository through academic projects. * Mentorship and Scholarly Community: Participate in a supportive environment of collaborative dialogue. Exchange perspectives and cultivate meaningful connections with professionals sharing your inclinations. Experience growth fostered by cooperative relationships, mentorship programs, seminars, and research endeavors. Engage in activities where scholarly growth is highly prized, refining your craft. We are looking for a candidate ready to deliver with precision, ensuring alignment with the latest conventions. Apply and embark on an exploration of professional fulfillment and development.
    Albuquerque, NM
    On-site
    Freelance, Contractor
    $35 - $50 per hour
    Academic Writing
    about 1 month ago
  • Seeking a skilled wordsmith in Virginia Beach! We're on the hunt for a dedicated copywriting contractor to join our team and infuse our brand with captivating narratives. If you have a talent for transforming ordinary ideas into extraordinary content, this on-site position might be your next great professional avenue. Dive into the heart of our creative endeavors, crafting content that speaks volumes and captivates audiences. **Your Creative Endeavors** As our contracted copywriter, your primary function will be to craft engaging content tailored to meet our specific brand guidelines and marketing objectives. This involves generating website copy that grabs attention, crafting compelling social media content, producing email marketing campaigns that convert, and collaborating on various projects that enhance brand visibility. You'll translate concepts into persuasive stories and work closely with design teams to ensure visual and textual alignment. **Desired Attributes** To truly excel in this function, you should demonstrate outstanding writing acumen and a nuanced ability to adopt multiple writing styles. Experience in crafting SEO-optimized content and adapting to diverse marketing environments is preferable. You are detail-oriented and demonstrate a passion for meeting objectives through consistent output. We anticipate you bring a background that includes: 1. Demonstrated ability to generate targeted and persuasive content 2. In-depth understanding of SEO techniques and implementation 3. Mastery of diverse writing formats including web pages, emails, and promotional copy 4. Proficiency with content management systems and writing-related software 5. Capability to thrive in collaborative, timeline-sensitive projects **How You'll Enhance Our Team** You'll breathe fresh narratives into our existing communication strategies by elevating the impact of our branding. You are driven by results, using the full power of words to achieve company goals and contribute insights to refine creative plans. If you aspire to mold your writing finesse into tangible outcomes, this is an exciting ground floor opportunity with the potential to turn into something bigger. **Contract Perks & Local Flavor** As a contractor with us, you can expect competitive compensation and a work environment that values innovation. Plus, you'll be immersed in the Virginia Beach area, giving you proximity to our office for ease of interaction while offering the chance to enjoy all this popular beach town has to offer! Come contribute to narratives with our creative-focused group where your impact shapes our storytelling future. We look forward to connecting with talent that combines artistry with concrete marketing objectives!
    Virginia Beach, VA
    On-site
    Contractor
    $35-$50 per hour
    Copywriting
    about 1 month ago