Jr. Content Writer

Appiphony, (www.appiphony.com) is a design and development firm that builds applications for the Salesforce AppExchange and is funded by Salesforce Ventures. Our company is looking for a passionate and curious junior content writer to join our team of 40 people. As a writer, you will be responsible for creating high-quality content for our growing suite of AppExchange Apps (https://appiphony.com/drive-connect/), including blog posts, LinkedIn posts, email campaigns, webinar decks, and onboarding content. The ideal candidate will have a college degree, preferably in English, journalism, or a related field, and have a keen interest in writing and technology.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with our current content writer and marketing team to learn the ropes and get mentored on the best practices for writing great content.
• Participate in training on Salesforce, the platform on which our product is based, and become familiar with the ecosystem and the role our products play in it.
• Research and write high-quality content for our blog (https://appiphony.com/blog) and other marketing activities.
• Collaborate with our designer to create engaging visuals for the content
• Learn the basics of SEO and apply this knowledge to the content you write
• Report SEO results weekly back to the broader product team
• Research and help implement new marketing tools and lead generation methods
• Participate in daily huddles and report or demonstrate your progress
  

Requirements:

• Extreme sense of Ownership
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, or a related field
• Strong writing and editing skills
• The ability to convey information clearly and concisely
• A keen interest in technology and a curiosity to learn
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Basic understanding of SEO and content marketing is plus but not required
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects
• Proficient in Google Workspace
• Live in or the surrounding Chicagoland area so you can attend occasional company onsites

Application Process

• Be prepared to demonstrate how your past experiences apply to this role.
  
• Provide samples of your writing.
• Be ready to participate in a mock research and writing exercise.
• Submit your contact information, a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, and your resume as part of your application for this job posting.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary  ($40,000 to $50,000)
• Great Medical benefits
• Retirement plan
• Ability to work at a growing technology company with kind and engaged people that believe in working as a team.
• Opportunity to grow your skills and become an expert in content writing and growth marketing