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- Our team in Laredo needs a blog writer who understands how to reach a local audience. We're not just looking for someone to churn out content; we need someone who can truly connect with the community and deliver insightful, engaging pieces that resonate with our readers. You'll be the voice of our brand in Laredo, crafting blog posts that are both informative and entertaining. **Crafting Compelling Content for Laredo** As our blog writer, you'll be responsible for researching and writing high-quality blog posts that align with our content strategy. Your focus will be on creating articles that appeal to the Laredo audience, covering topics from local events and businesses to community issues and lifestyle trends. You'll need to be adept at adapting your writing style to suit different subjects and audiences while maintaining a consistent brand voice. *Responsibilities Overview:* * **Original Blog Authoring:** Generate original, well-researched blog posts. Strive for uniqueness and avoid plagiarism at all costs. Keep the brand voice consistent with the guidelines. * **SEO Awareness:** Follow all the guidelines for optimizing content. * **Cross-Functional Alignment:** Aligning marketing activities with any sister companies in the area. * **Content Optimization Know-How:** Employ SEO best practices to increase the visibility of the blog and ensure it reaches its target audience, but don't do it robotically. *We seek:* * *Scholarly Preparation:* a background in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field. * *Practical Mastery:* experience in blog writing, content creation, or copywriting. * *Location Acumen:* an understanding of the Laredo market and local culture. * *Digital Proficiency:* familiarity with SEO principles, content management systems, and social media platforms. * *Communication Fortitude:* strong research, writing, and editing skills. * *Creative Ingenuity:* ability to generate fresh ideas and unique angles on various topics. **A Great Atmosphere and Positive Perks!** * Enjoy flexible work arrangements. * Get lots of personal time off. * Participate in the company profit-sharing plans. * Grow with professional development opportunities. * Collaborate on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects. * A collegial environment and social setting where people have similar interests. **Your Intellectual Foundation** The ideal candidate is passionate about writing, knowledgeable about Laredo, and eager to learn. If you're a creative storyteller with a knack for engaging readers and a desire to make a difference in the local community, we want to hear from you! We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and celebrate diversity at all levels.Laredo, TXRemote, On-siteFull-time$35,000 - $50,000 per yearBlog Writing4 days ago
- We are expanding our technical documentation team and are seeking a dedicated Technical Writer to join our fully remote operations based in Laredo, TX. In this role, you will transform complex technical data and processes into clear, concise, and easily digestible content for our diverse user base. You’ll collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and support teams to deeply understand the technologies we’re developing and ensure the user-facing documentation accurately reflects the latest features and enhancements. **Key Responsibilities:** * Create comprehensive technical documentation, including user manuals, API guides, installation instructions, and troubleshooting articles. * Conduct in-depth research on software functionalities, system designs, and technical specifications. * Participate in sprint planning meetings to stay informed about upcoming software releases and modifications. * Develop and maintain a structured documentation library that aligns with company style guides and industry best practices. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review and refine documentation drafts, ensuring accuracy and completeness. * Proactively identify gaps in existing documentation and develop solutions to improve user comprehension. * Incorporate feedback from users and internal stakeholders to continuously enhance documentation quality and relevance. * Manage documentation versions and revisions using version control systems. * Utilize various multimedia tools to integrate visual aids, such as diagrams, screenshots, and videos, into documentation. * Offer occasional training and support to internal teams on new features or changes in documentation practices. **Essential Skills and Qualifications:** * A strong track record of creating impactful technical documentation. * Proficiency in documenting REST APIs, SDKs, and related development resources. * Experience with agile development methodologies. * Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. * Solid understanding of information architecture principles and documentation workflows. * Background in computer science, engineering, or related technical field preferred. * Working knowledge of version control systems such as Git. * Comfortable using documentation tools like Confluence, JIRA, and Markdown editors. **The Perks:** * Competitive compensation packages based on your skills and experience. * Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. * Flexible work arrangements, designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life harmony. * Generous paid time off and paid holidays. * Opportunities for career growth and professional development. * Company-sponsored training and certification programs to build up skills and expertise. * A supportive and inclusive remote work environment, characterized by team spirit and ongoing collaboration. * Regular virtual social events and team-building exercises to stay connected and build relationships. * Equipment and software stipends to ensure a high-quality work from home experience. This freelance, remote opportunity allows you to showcase your talent while working on interesting projects for our evolving technological business.Laredo, TXRemoteFreelance$40,000 - $60,000 yearlyTechnical Writing, Web Contentabout 2 months ago