Freelance Web Copy Writer (Flatiron)

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Date: 2008-11-19, 10:43AM EST


Freelance Junior Web Copywriters (Legal Websites)

Flightpath, a dynamic interactive agency in New York City's Flatiron District, seeks experienced, creative, freelance junior copywriters to work on a variety of web sites on a per-project basis. To be considered for this position, you must provide creative, technical, or marketing writing samples.

Your primary responsibility will be to work directly with law firms to understand content requirements and write consumer-oriented marketing copy for websites. Websites generally contain 22 pages or more of copy (about 400 words/page). The content developed should be targeted for the best possible web experience.

The web copywriter will develop copy according to client requirements, conduct client copy reviews, edit copy in Word, and edit copy using a proprietary content management system. The writer will follow an in-house process and style guide. The content developed should also comply with best practices for search engine friendly results.

In addition to the work on law firm web sites, there may be opportunities to create copy and messaging for other clients in our broad portfolio of consumer and b2b organizations.

Required Skills:

• B.A. English, Journalism, Communications, or equivalent work in publishing, marketing communications, or technical writing.
• Excellent time management skills. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Experience in writing content for websites. Ability to write clear, concise, professional, search-engine friendly, consumer copy for websites.
• Expert in MS Word, including style, formatting, and revision-tracking tools.
• Superior ability to identify errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, style, etc. Excellent command of American English.
• Ability to effectively communicate with difficult and demanding customers (lawyers) and understand content requirements.
• Team player. Must work well with other writers, copy editors, proofreaders, SEO experts, web designers, developers, and project managers.
• Must be able to work independently to meet established deadlines and conform to all specifications and requirements.
• Ability to provide feedback diplomatically and accurately.
• Ability to follow complex technical directions.

Preferred Skills:

• Understanding of basic internet technologies such as HTML and web navigation.
• Familiarity with natural search engine optimization tactics.
• Copyediting and/or proofreading experience.
• Web research skills including an understanding of how to research legal practice areas, federal and state laws, and associated statistics.


We are seeking a number of writers to work on a freelance, per project/per page basis. If you would enjoy working in a team environment developing web sites and next-generation interactive experiences, come grow with us. Send resume, cover letter, writing samples and salary requirements via email to resumes@flightpath.com with the words Web Copywriter in the subject line. Visit our website at www.Flightpath.com to learn more about the company.