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Content Writer jobs in Washington, DC
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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This entire process probably takes 2 weeks, depending on the candidate. Job Description Review and edit online and copy content, checking for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. Verify the validity of information…
$80k - $95k
At Highwire, a Content Creator & Copywriter is a dynamic and adaptable member of the Content team who develops and executes creative work across multiple disciplines. This role contributes to social media strategies that…
Join the Nalley Consulting team as a Content Editor. Position: Content Editor Location: JBAB, Washington, DC LCAT: Mid Required clearance and polygraph: Active TS/SCI and current CI poly conducted within the past seven y…
$4,500 - $6,000 per month
for renewal Compensation: $4,500 - 6,000 per month, depending on experience Reports to: Garrett Wyatt, Senior Manager, Digital Content Start date: early September ABOUT FUTURE CAUCUS Future Caucus has an audacious missio…
$85k - $105k
Technical : Write headlines, social copy, scripts, memes, and blog content across a range of clients and audiences. Work with the video... ..., or similar creative environment ~ Strong range as a writer — comfortable shi…
$100k - $125k
truck and SUV miles with ones on vehicles that are more affordable, more enjoyable and 10-50x more efficient. ALSO is looking for a Content Strategist to own our blog and website long-form content end-to-end, driving org…
GoVirtual360 is hiring a full-time in-house content writer who has 3-4 years of experience in writing for software or IT companies. ** Only candidates who submit portfolios will be considered. Please submit your portfoli…
$88k - $122k
partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more. The Role As a technical writer and editor, you’ll play a key role in helping our customers succeed by creating,…
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What content writers earn in Washington
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$33 | $52k–$69k |
| Mid level | $33–$45 | $69k–$94k |
| Senior | $45–$60 | $94k–$125k |
Adjusted for the Washington 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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Junior Content Writer
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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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