Content Writer & Marketing Assistant

IMPORTANT NOTE:

• Candidates must submit writing samples of blogs or newsletters they've written to be considered.

• An assessment before interviews will be required: write an edition of Lean Leverage addressed to our tech company readers.

• Applications without writing samples will not be reviewed.

Type: Full-Time Contractor (40 hrs/week) OR Freelance option available
Location: South Africa only (Remote)
Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM ET (US Eastern Time), Monday-Friday (with 1-hour break)
Compensation: $1500-$2000 USD per month (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Independent Contractor

You'll play a central role in scaling and optimizing our content engine, including:

Content Creation

• Research, draft, and refine 30+ blog articles per month (with support from AI tools like ChatGPT & Surfer SEO).

• Write and edit 1-2 editions of our flagship Lean Leverage newsletter.

• Produce additional content: website articles, brand one-pagers, LinkedIn posts, etc.

SEO & Data-Driven Ideation

• Use keyword research and SEO tools (Google Search Console, Surfer SEO, etc.) to guide content ideas.

• Track performance metrics and suggest improvements.

Marketing Support

• Summarize newsletter performance stats (open rates, CTR, etc.).

• Assist with Facebook ads (copy, creatives, setup).

• Support campaigns with reporting, CMS updates, and task management tools (Notion/Trello/Google Sheets).

Required:

• Based in South Africa & able to work US Eastern Time hours.

• Strong writing skills in English, with B2B content experience.

• Confident using AI writing tools (ChatGPT, Surfer SEO).

• Knowledge of SEO and keyword research.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with CMS platforms, Notion, Trello, or Airtable.

• Basic design skills (Canva).

• Experience with Meta Ads Manager (training can be provided).

• Knowledge of Google Search Console.

Please include:

• A short introduction about yourself and your background.

• 2-3 writing samples (blogs, newsletters, SEO content, or LinkedIn posts).

• A short description of your experience with AI writing tools.

• 3 newsletter topic ideas you'd pitch for a service helping US small businesses or marketing agencies.