Content Syndication Writer

$37,440 - $41,600/Yr

Blavity - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - New York, NY

About the position

Blavity Inc. is seeking a Content Syndication Writer to create impactful and original content for its Owned & Operated Brands, focusing on syndicating content to third-party partners. This role is designed for an experienced writer who can effectively convey complex ideas in a concise manner to engage the target audience. The position is a contractor role, requiring the individual to provide their own equipment and report directly to the Head of Audience Operations and Growth.

Responsibilities

• Research topics and keywords to create on-brand and compelling content
• Write content to attract and educate website visitors
• Ideate new content ideas in conjunction with the Audience Development and Editorial teams
• Meet writing quotas and deadlines consistently
• Employ AI assistants for rapid information discovery and context-building on assigned topics
• Ensure that content follows basic SEO best practices, is structured, and is well optimized for performance

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• 1+ years experience using WordPress (or comparable Content Management System) to author, publish, and edit content
• Knowledge of the latest AP Style guidelines, best practices for writing online, and a basic understanding of core SEO concepts
• An online writing portfolio demonstrating exemplary writing and content creation skills

Nice-to-haves

• 2+ years of writing experience
• Prior experience updating content or working with a digital publisher
• Fluent in Google Suite, Asana (or comparable project management suite), and WordPress CMS (or comparable Content Management System)

Benefits

• Fully remote role
• Hourly rate of $18-20