Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company as indicated by the use of 'the client' and the contract nature of the role.
Job overview
The Sr. Content Writer role involves creating strategic long-form content such as blogs, white papers, and leadership articles focused on energy, natural resources, and public utilities to support public-facing campaigns and stakeholder communications.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will write and distill complex technical information into clear, compelling content for both consumers and professionals, producing diverse materials including op-eds, thought leadership, press releases, and stakeholder communications.
Compensation and benefits
The position is a contract role offering $50/hr on a W2 basis for 20 hours per week, remote within the CST zone, with no additional benefits explicitly mentioned.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, preferably a BA in English, Journalism, or Creative Writing, with proven long-form writing skills and experience in energy, natural resources, or public utilities; PR agency experience is a plus.
Work environment and culture
The job emphasizes work-life balance and discipline, with a remote work setup in the CST time zone.
Job location and travel
Remote work within the Central Standard Time zone.
Application process
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and have U.S. residency; resumes will be kept for future opportunities if not immediately selected.
Unique job features
The role requires toggling between policy nuance and consumer clarity, handling complex and nuanced communications in a specialized industry.
Company overview
BuzzCo is an executive search consultancy specializing in recruiting top-tier talent for marketing, advertising, and creative teams. Based in the Greater Chicago Area, BuzzCo has been instrumental in connecting companies with exceptional talent for both short-term and long-term engagements. The company offers competitive salaries, with User Experience Designers in Chicago earning approximately $75.00 per hour, which is significantly above the national average. BuzzCo is known for its personalized approach to talent acquisition, ensuring that both clients and candidates find rewarding matches.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 5+ years of experience in long-form content creation, emphasizing blogs, white papers, press releases, and thought leadership articles relevant to energy, natural resources, and public utilities.
Focus on showcasing your ability to write for dual audiences—both consumers and industry professionals—while simplifying complex technical topics and policy nuances.
Apply through multiple channels including BuzzCo's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this remote contract role.
Connect on LinkedIn with content and communications team members at BuzzCo's energy or utilities division; use ice breakers like asking about recent campaigns or expressing interest in how they balance technical and consumer messaging.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'long-form content,' 'energy sector,' 'public utilities,' 'thought leadership,' and 'policy communications' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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