Job Title: Content Writer
Job Summary:
We are seeking a talented Content Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating engaging news-oriented content for various platforms, including websites, newsletter articles, press releases, social media master handles, and marketing materials. The Content Writer will play a key role in developing content strategies, conducting research, and optimizing content.
Duties:
- Develop original, high-quality news-oriented written content for the Villager of Port Jefferson municipal website
- Develop and distribute timely press releases, and submit those to news reporters and other content platforms
- Develop audio-visual publicity devices
- Monito, and report on, public reaction to Village policies, services, activities and Board meeting content
- Distribute content to/through varied media
- Create compelling and well-crafted content that informs, engages and resonates with the audience
- Collaborate with team members to create compelling content for email marketing campaigns
- Conduct keyword research and implement SEO best practices to increase organic traffic
- Create visually appealing content
- Manage and update content
- Craft persuasive copy
Expectations:
- Write in a clear, concise, factually correct and engaging manner using appropriate tone, style and language
- Carefully review and revise content provided by other sources
- Check for grammar, spelling and punctuation errors to strive for error0free content prior to submission or publication
- Availability for required special events, which may occur after-hours or on weekends
Qualifications:
Minimum and preferred qualifications can be found on the official Village website: portjeff.com
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Social media marketing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Port Jefferson, NY 11777 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Port Jefferson, NY 11777: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Port Jefferson, NY 11777