Freelance Content Optimizer and Writer

Summary

Let Me Write That Down for You does content strategy, writing, and optimization for B2B companies in digital marketing. We are looking for a freelance writer to help with optimization projects.

This remote position is great for someone who's a detail-oriented, highly organized writer with at least some freelance experience. It's great if you have some basic SEO knowledge, but not required. You'll get on-the-job training and I have my own process I'll ask you to follow.

What we're about

Our goal is to help companies generate qualified leads through thoroughly-researched content strategy and execution. More than a line on their expense sheet, we want to be a true content partner. If you want to know more, have a look at our website.

Our clients are established B2B businesses operating mostly in the digital marketing niche who need our help growing their company blog (and traffic). They require high-quality articles free of fluff and that's exactly what we deliver. 

To do that, we operate in an equally fluff-free way. What that means?

We …

• respect each other's time and personal lives so we focus on essential communication while never being afraid to ask a question or share feedback. We always do this in a clear and concise yet respectful way.

• communicate problems as they arise and always make sure to add a suggested solution as well.

• follow processes because we know they help us deliver error-free work…

• but also proactively look for ways to improve those processes. We use our brains.

You'll be reporting directly to Sofie, the founder. She …

• does not micromanage. In fact, she avoids it passionately.

• tends to be short and to the point. If you need lots of chitchat throughout the week, she's not the best person to work for, but she will be there when you need her.

• knows she forgets things once in a while and expects you to call her out on that.

  
  

This job is completely remote and you're free to work whenever you want, as long as you easily meet your deadlines.

About the Role

One of the services we offer is the optimization of existing content. This includes:

• updating the content so that it's up-to-date and correct,

• expanding on the content where necessary,

• adding additional keywords,

• adding new and optimizing existing images,

• merging old posts into a new, better article,

and more.

We're looking for someone who is already a good writer who is willing to learn our process and work with us on an ongoing basis. If you're looking for a 6-month job or some quick extra money, this is not the job for you.

If we decide to work together, you'll spend a few weeks in training (paid at your normal rate) before you get your own assignments. This way, we're both more confident when you get started. By the way, it would be great if you could mention your favorite dessert in your cover letter.

Once you get started on client projects, you'll keep working for the same client(s) and you'll have a steady flow of work.

We use Asana to assign tasks and use Google Drive to store all documentation and client files. Communication happens via Asana, email, and occasionally Google Meet. We also use Vimeo Record or Loom when we want to share a screen recording or explain something that's easier said than written down. We sometimes use Surfer SEO for optimization work.

Our clients have websites on WordPress, and you'll need to know how to edit, draft, and publish posts on there as well as how to upload new images.

Who You Are

Must-haves:

• You have a portfolio of strong blog content samples. We need to see links to published work so we can get an idea of your writing style.

• You are detail-oriented. You realize we have processes to ensure we deliver top-quality work and respect that each step in those processes is important.

• You use your brain. At the same time, you don't brainlessly follow a script. You have the ability to interpret and decide on the best course of action.

• Your English writing skills are flawless. You don't need to be a native English speaker but nobody should notice that you aren't.

• Decent knowledge of and interest in digital marketing. We don't expect you to be an expert, but if you don't know the difference between SEO and SEM or what lead generation is, this job is probably not for you.

• You are excellent at managing your time and workload. As mentioned, we're not micromanagers so it's up to you to make sure you meet your deadlines, taking into account any questions you need answered or hiccups that might happen while optimizing. 

• You are a skilled communicator. Questions, feedback, praise, frustrations… you need to be able to share them all, share them honestly, and share them clearly. We are a fully remote team so this is crucial. 

• You can reply to emails and comments within 24 hours. On weekdays and when you're not on holiday.

• You are available to work at least 20 hours per month.

• You don't settle for good enough. You're always looking for ways to improve both your work and the way in which you (and we as a team) work.

• You know how to use Google Drive and WordPress.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using Asana, Google Meet, and Loom (or another recording tool).

• Basic knowledge of and/or interest in SEO.

• Experience writing for the digital marketing niche.

This is a freelance position. Any nationality is welcome but you do need flawless English writing skills. I cannot emphasize this last point enough. If you think your English is good enough, it probably isn't. You need to know it with absolute certainty. 

We will be going through applications for about a month and plan to hire + start training the right candidate around mid-March.

What’s in it for you?

• Live and work wherever you want. As long as you have a reliable internet connection.

• Flexible hours. Work when it suits you, as long as you meet your deadlines.

• Personal and professional growth. We're happy to share resources and discuss how we can help you improve your craft beyond the initial training you'll get from us. We're also open to giving you other types of writing assignments should those interest you, once you've been with us for a while.

Interested?

Apply by filling in the form. Please do not apply in any other way. We'll get back to everyone but it might take up to a month. There's no need to follow up. If you apply through the form, we'll get your application and we will get back to you.