Freelance Writer

Summary

Join VSA, a strategy and design agency, as a Freelance Writer to create programmatic content for a key client. You will be embedded within the client's business and collaborate with other VSA team members. Responsibilities include editing and developing content, translating client needs into design, writing compelling copy, and managing multiple projects. You will need 7+ years of experience in writing for enterprise-level brands, a relevant undergraduate degree (Master's preferred), and strong client-facing skills. The ideal candidate is proactive, agile, and able to work well under pressure. The position is remote, based in the EST time zone.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in Writing for enterprise-level brands
• An undergraduate degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Advertising or Integrated/Strategic Communications
• Experience in a client-facing role
• Ability to demonstrate a strong vocabulary, expertise in English usage, and comfort with multiple and often complex writing assignments, styles, and disciplines
• Ability to understand and explain complex technical concepts within the Health Analytics space
• Ability to focus on user priorities and needs in structuring content, and to offer the team strategic thinking and knowledge of business, brand, and marketing principles
• Ability to articulate and be effective in presenting and explaining writing choices
• Ability to achieve the rapid realization of deliverables and outcomes, with strength in observing and managing to deadlines
• Ability to interact at all levels of the company and with external parties in a professional manner maintaining effective communication, both written and spoken
• Skills in complex problem solving, judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making
• Ability to be versatile and handle multiple projects and re-prioritizations
• Ability to organize information, prioritize, have attention to detail, and accurately follow procedures
• Ability to maintain self-motivation and to work independently in team environments
• Some evenings and weekend work may occasionally be necessary

Responsibilities

• Take a production role in editing and developing content to meet clients’ needs
• Think visually as well as verbally, contributing from the outset to the structure, look and feel of a client project
• Translate client needs and interact closely with designers to create and refine content for a chosen design direction, identifying alternative message strategies for achieving clients’ objectives
• Absorb, understand and write compelling copy to clearly explain complex technical concepts. Responsible for technical and grammatical accuracy in all materials
• Think beyond individual projects and collaborate directly with clients and develop programmatic solutions to content needs
• Manage multiple content work-streams and writing projects within a client program
• Perform effectively at concepting, group brainstorming, writing placeholder copy, and working both independently and collaboratively
• Collaborate in the development and definition of the “voice” for a client, a program or an individual project
• Establish and/or interpret brand positioning, tone, and attributes
• Demonstrate use of logic in structuring content, and offer the creative team strategic thinking and knowledge of business and marketing principles
• Interact effectively with clients and their client staff members to obtain background information
• Contribute and edit creative or strategic briefs presented to clients
• Contribute to solutions for sensitive or difficult client issues in conjunction with the Engagement Lead and Project Manager
• Participate in creative presentations to clients, and lead content strategy and development conversations
• Use design knowledge to improve design direction and project management of internal resources
• Observe and manage deadlines
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred
• Agile team experience helpful

Benefits

Remote, EST Time Zone