Remote Copy/Content Editor

Summary

Join WebFX's remote Copy team as an independent contractor! This entry-level role offers flexibility and the chance to work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection. You'll edit various content types, conduct research, and manage your time effectively to meet deadlines. While experience is helpful, WebFX provides training. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, performance bonuses, a monthly retainer, and a travel stipend, along with opportunities for professional growth and development within a rapidly expanding company.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree
• GPA above 3.4
• Part-time/summer job/internship experience is a must

Responsibilities

• Work with WebFX in a long-term partnership as part of our remote Copy team
• Edit an array of content types (think blogs, sales copy, long form content, etc), and spanning over 800+ industries
• Produce work for over 5,000 publishers and clients on the web and in the media
• Perform research to better understand the topics assigned, and be able to clearly communicate them to the client’s audience
• Manage your time effectively in order to turn around projects on deadline
• Troubleshoot, solve problems on the fly, and figure things out independently when needed - take initiative and accountability for all assigned projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful Fxers in this role have majored in English, Communications, Professional Writing, and other related fields
• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Experience writing in a digital format (blogging, etc.)
• Ability to adapt your writing style to fit a variety of tones, voices, and audiences
• Professional or academic backgrounds spanning any and all industries
• You have a strong passion for writing
• You love research and get excited about getting into the nitty-gritty details of complex topics
• You are a professional, dependable, and independent worker with a strong work ethic
• You’re self-motivated, thrive on challenges, and enjoy getting things done
• You have an eye for detail and dedication to high-quality work
• You have an exceptional level of follow-through
• You are a proactive, creative problem-solver who faces challenges with a can-do mindset
• You possess excellent time management skills
• You work with a sense of urgency and can consistently meet deadlines
• You are a lifelong learner who loves to grow and stretch outside of your comfort zone, and are always looking to improve your skills

Benefits

• This position is fully remote! Work from anywhere as long as you have a great internet connection, a reliable laptop, and a comfortable workspace
• This position requires 40 hours of availability per week, but our editors enjoy a high level of flexibility in their daily schedule
• Our Remote Copy roles are designed with longevity and stability in mind - some of our most experienced writers and editors have been working with us for over 10 years!
• Opportunities to Learn and Train With Our Team!
• A Place to Grow Your Career
• Monthly Retainers: In addition to the compensation provided to the contractor, WebFX offers 6 paid holidays along with a $180 monthly retainer to utilize as the contractor sees fit in order to better perform the agreed-upon services to WebFX
• Flexibility: As an independent contractor, you get to have the flexibility and convenience of working from home
• Performance Bonuses: Contractors are eligible for performance bonuses totaling up to $1,000 per year
• Hourly Rates starting between $18 and $21. An annual income equivalent to $42k to $46k (potentially higher based on work experience)
• $1k potential in bonuses annually
• $200+ monthly stipend: Extra cash for whatever you deem necessary to improve your remote work life!
• $1200 travel stipend: Recharge your batteries ! WebFX cares deeply about maintaining a work/life balance and understands the importance of mental health. This travel stipend is earned after your first 365 days on the team and will continue to be provided once every 365 days thereafter. If you want to travel abroad or spend some time at the beach for some relaxation, we'll cover up to $1200 of your expenses!