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Content Writer jobs in Richmond, VA
Researches and writes longer-form material such as articles, guides, and web pages, balancing reader value with search visibility and a publication's or brand's editorial standards.
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$20–$48/hr
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supply and/or make purchases from our company, and those who enjoy our fresh and delicious products. We are seeking a Creative Content and Marketing Manager. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the Ukrop's brand.…
$65k - $85k
: General Summary At UMIT Home Health we go the extra mile in providing our patients top-quality, convenient, consistent, and reliable in-home health care that's personalized to specific needs. We are local and located n…
$17 - $23 per hour
Pay: $17 - $23 per hour Start Date: Within 1 Week Location: Richmond, VA Mother's helper needed in Richmond for 5-month-old. Assist with childcare and light household tasks. Must have experience with infants and be relia…
$177.7k - $202.8k
Overview Senior Manager, Project Manager | National Market Engagement Leader Capital One, a Fortune 500 company and one of the nation’s top 10 banks, offers a broad spectrum of financial products and services to consumer…
requirements Sets up, composes and executes video shots Maintains video equipment Edits video clips for television broadcasts and Digital content Operates live microwave, satellite trucks and live Backpack TVU equipment…
In-Market Sales Representative — Full Cycle Sales Cornerstone Advisor Group | Full-Time | Field-Based Uncapped Commission + Bonuses + Career Advancement Build a Rewarding Career Helping Individuals and Families Secure Th…
answer to revenue. That system spans everything from Paid Media and Content Marketing, to PR and Paid Social, to Marketplace and Lifecycle... ...to the client 4. Strategists will work closely with content writers and des…
$100k - $140k
: Lead the full proposal lifecycle—from tracking opportunities and leading go/no-go discussions to crafting winning strategies, content, and presentations. Personally manage high-profile, strategic, or complex proposals.…
$17 - $20 per hour
We are hiring door-to-door marketing representatives to connect with potential new customers. NO SELLING REQUIRED! Our reps will be canvassing neighborhoods offering free, no-obligation lawn care quotes. The full-time po…
$80.8k - $92.2k
Overview Senior Associate - Content Manager (Work From Home) Are you looking for a challenging role that includes the convenience of working virtually at home? Then a Capital One Customer Operations role may be the role…
$66.7k - $76.1k
Overview Core Ops Data Integrity Reviewer (QC) Are you looking for a challenging role that includes the convenience of working virtually at home? Then a Capital One Commercial Ops role may be the role for you! You must b…
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What content writers earn in Richmond
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$26 | $42k–$54k |
| Mid level | $26–$36 | $54k–$74k |
| Senior | $36–$48 | $74k–$99k |
Adjusted for the Richmond market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Long-form writingResearch and sourcingSEO writingEditing and self-editingCMS tools (WordPress)Interviewing subject expertsContent briefs and outlinesMeeting editorial deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you research a topic you know nothing about?
Describe finding primary sources, interviewing experts, and verifying claims. Show you write from understanding, not paraphrase.
Walk me through how you take an article from brief to publication.
Cover outline, draft, self-edit, and how you incorporate editor feedback without losing the piece's spine.
How do you balance writing for readers with writing for search engines?
Explain that search intent and reader value usually align, and give an example of resolving a conflict in the reader's favor.
How do you measure whether your content worked?
Mention metrics matched to intent, such as rankings, time on page, or conversions, and how results change your next brief.
Tell me about handling a heavy editing pass on your draft.
Show a calm relationship with editing: what you learned from the edits and how your later drafts needed fewer.
How do you maintain quality when producing at volume?
Talk about templates, briefs, batching research, and a personal checklist that protects accuracy and voice under deadline.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For content writers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Link three to five published pieces that match the employer's subject matter, not your whole archive.
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Attach outcomes to your writing, such as ranking positions, traffic growth, or leads generated.
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List the beats and industries you cover, since editors hire for subject familiarity.
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Mention CMS, SEO tool, and style guide experience, like WordPress, Ahrefs, or AP style.
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State your sustainable output honestly, for example four researched articles per week.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Content Writer
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Senior Content Writer
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Content Editor
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Head of Content
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