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Tech Content Author with Spiceworks
Why it’s cool: Ok, so admittedly tech writing isn’t the sexiest thing in the writing world, but it is among the best paid gigs around. Plus, it’s with Spiceworks which is just a cool all-around company.
What you would write: White papers, case studies and infographics.
Who’s your audience: You would be writing to an audience of IT people, so good luck with that.
Who they’re looking for: A techie who is a fantastic storyteller. If you can turn data points into an interesting and compelling read, this is your niche.
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Jr. U.K. Editor with theCHIVE
Why it’s cool: Well, to start with, the job is at theCHIVE, which is about as cool as you can get. Secondly, your job would be to be super creative. You would also be helping to launch the publication’s UK site, so it would look super-impressive on your resume for future gigs (assuming you ever want to leave).
What you would write: Viral content in theCHIVE’s voice — think smart, snarky and sexy.
Who’s your audience: British people. Alexa seems to think that the site has a huge female audience, but I’m going to go ahead and guess they got that one dead wrong.
Who they’re looking for: Somebody who can pump out 4-5 pieces of viral content a day and understands the sorts of things British people find engaging -- so, posts about tea and imperialism?
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Sr. Content Strategist with Chaotic Moon Studios
Why it’s cool: You would be writing content for things like apps, websites, and wearables. So, really, you would be on the very forefront of figuring out how to adapt writing to a new world. In a way, you would be in charge of saving the written word from digital extinction.
What you would write: It would likely vary widely depending on the project.
Who’s your audience: Clients
Who they’re looking for: Somebody who is equally capable as a writer and strategic leader.
Copywriter at Bulldog
Why it’s cool: You would be working with a creative team to create a variety of campaigns for a variety of customers. You wouldn’t get bored.
What you would write: Copy for stuff like websites, banner ads, social media and an occasional case study.
Who’s your audience: Depends on the project, which should keep you on your toes.
Who they’re looking for: Somebody with over 5 years experience and a solid portfolio.
Social Media Community Manager at Main Street Hub
Why it’s cool: The company was founded at Stanford University, so you know the big-wigs are super smart or at least well connected. Plus, you’d have the opportunity to be the voice for a bunch of local companies, which is pretty cool.
What you would write: You would write content for a bunch of clients like restaurants, salons and auto repair shops.
Who’s your audience: You would be writing to whoever the customers of your clients are. You would definitely get to be super-creative.
Who they’re looking for: A creative person who meets deadlines and writes like modern Hemingway.
