We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Web Content Writer / News Writer to join our editorial team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating engaging, informative, and SEO-optimized written content for our website and news platforms. You will stay up to date on industry trends and news, producing content that resonates with our target audience, drives traffic, and supports our brand’s goals. This role requires exceptional writing skills, research ability, and a strong understanding of digital media and online publishing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Writing and Editing News Articles:
- Research, write, and edit timely and accurate news articles covering a variety of topics, including [insert industry/field specifics].
- Ensure news content is clear, engaging, and free of errors.
- Break down complex subjects into digestible, easy-to-understand content suitable for a wide audience.
- SEO Optimization (Preferred):
- Incorporate SEO best practices to optimize news articles and web content, ensuring high visibility and search engine ranking.
- Conduct keyword research and apply SEO techniques to increase organic traffic.
- Content Strategy (Preferred):
- Collaborate with the editorial and marketing teams to develop content strategies that support broader business goals and audience engagement.
- Identify trends, emerging topics, and breaking news to stay ahead of the competition and keep content fresh and relevant.
- Fact-Checking and Accuracy:
- Ensure the accuracy and credibility of all content by fact-checking sources, cross-referencing data, and maintaining journalistic integrity.
- Verify all details and sources before publication.
- Multimedia Integration:
- Integrate multimedia elements such as images, videos, and infographics into written content to enhance storytelling and engagement.
- Work with designers and multimedia teams to ensure cohesive content presentation.
- Editorial Standards & Deadlines:
- Adhere to the company’s editorial style guide and maintain consistency in tone, voice, and format.
- Meet deadlines consistently while managing multiple tasks and responsibilities.
- Audience Engagement(Preferred):
- Monitor reader comments and social media reactions, responding where appropriate to foster community engagement.
- Adjust content based on audience feedback and analytics insights.
Qualifications(Preferred not mandatory):
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: Proven experience in content writing, journalism, or editorial roles. Experience with web content or news writing is highly preferred.
- Skills:
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Strong understanding of SEO principles and techniques.
- Ability to write quickly and produce high-quality content under tight deadlines.
- Strong research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and present it in a clear, engaging way.
- Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite tools; experience with analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) is a plus.
Work Environment:
- Remote work environment.
- Flexible working hours.
- Collaborative and dynamic team environment.
Job Category: Marketing
Job Type: Freelance
Job Location: Remote