The Content Writer creates clear, useful written content that attracts and converts customers - blog articles, website pages, ad copy, emails, social posts and scripts. They research topics, write for both readers and search engines, and keep the brand voice consistent.
Also known as: Copywriter, Content Creator, Content Marketing Executive
The responsibilities a Content Writer owns and the duties they perform.
Responsibilities
1Write blog posts, web pages, emails and campaign copy
2Research topics thoroughly and check facts
3Apply SEO best practices to headings, structure and internal links
4Maintain a consistent brand voice and style
5Edit and proofread all content before publishing
6Work with designers on visuals and layouts
7Update existing content to keep it accurate
Duties
Daily
Research and write assigned content pieces
Edit drafts based on feedback
Write social captions and ad copy variations
Weekly
Plan topics and briefs with the marketing team
Improve articles for target keywords
Review published content performance
Monthly
Refresh older articles that are losing traffic
Contribute to the content calendar
Interview internal experts for original insights
Job Specification (JS)
The job information and the skills this role needs.
Job information
Qualification
Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications or related field
Experience
1-4 years of professional writing
Work location
Office-based, hybrid or remote
Working hours
Full-time, typically 9 hours a day, 5-6 days a week
Shift
Day shift
Employment type
Full-time or freelance
Technical skills
Long-form and short-form writing
SEO writing
Editing and proofreading
Content management systems
Keyword research basics
Soft skills
Curiosity
Clarity of thought
Accepting feedback
Deadline discipline
Empathy for readers
Tools used
Google Docs
CMS
Grammar and readability tools
SEO tools
Google Search Console
Career path
Junior Content Writer
Content Writer
Senior Content Writer
Content Lead / Editor
Content Marketing Manager
KPI
How to measure whether a Content Writer is succeeding.
KPI
What it measures
Review
Content published
Pieces delivered against the content calendar
Monthly
Organic traffic to content
Search visits to articles written
Monthly
Keyword rankings
Target keywords on the first page
Monthly
Revision rounds
Average edits before approval
Monthly
In Piplhr, KPIs become recurring daily and weekly reports that each person submits - see Reporting & KPI tracking.
Content Writer FAQs
What does a Content Writer do?
The Content Writer creates clear, useful written content that attracts and converts customers - blog articles, website pages, ad copy, emails, social posts and scripts. They research topics, write for both readers and search engines, and keep the brand voice consistent.
What are the main responsibilities of a Content Writer?
Key responsibilities include: write blog posts, web pages, emails and campaign copy; research topics thoroughly and check facts; apply SEO best practices to headings, structure and internal links; maintain a consistent brand voice and style; edit and proofread all content before publishing.
What skills does a Content Writer need?
Technical skills: Long-form and short-form writing, SEO writing, Editing and proofreading, Content management systems, Keyword research basics. Soft skills: Curiosity, Clarity of thought, Accepting feedback, Deadline discipline, Empathy for readers.
Who does a Content Writer report to?
A Content Writer typically reports to the Marketing Manager or Content Lead.
What qualifications are required to become a Content Writer?
Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications or related field, with 1-4 years of professional writing.
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