Sr. SEO Writer (Freelance) ~ Backlinko ~ Remote (US)

Help Wanted

Backlinko

Salary
Per Word
Experience
3-5 yrs
Job Type
Contractor
Date Posted
January 28, 2025
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Are you dissatisfied with the state of marketing content?

Good. So are we.

We show our work, test theories, and share real results.

This writing position is more than writing.

You need to think more like a producer.

Your “bag” must include audience research, expert sourcing, visuals, data, and design direction.

Do you have what it takes?

Specifically:

  • Do you view writing as a craft you never master?
  • Do you get excited about diving deep into data, case studies, and interviews?
  • Do you enjoy catching inaccurate claims in SEO?
  • Do you take pride in teaching complex topics in simple ways?
  • Do you spend an extra day perfecting a draft instead of shipping mediocre work?

If you (honestly) answered yes to these questions, then keep reading.

What You’ll Do

  • Research and write in-depth SEO and digital marketing articles
  • Collaborate with our editorial team through multiple revision rounds
  • Interview subject matter experts and incorporate their insights
  • Create detailed workflows showing exactly how to implement strategies
  • Analyze and break down real examples and case studies
  • Test theories and document results

Your First 90 Days

What We Offer

  • Access to a team and training that invests heavily in your development
  • Enjoy a flexible remote working environment from anywhere in the world
  • Get published with your name on respected industry blogs
  • Receive competitive compensation
  • Get a premium Semrush subscription

“Every editor I’ve worked with is incredibly helpful and takes the time to share meaningful feedback that will stay with me for a long time. Editing my drafts has been a great learning experience because I keep taking screenshots and notes of all the insights they leave for me.”

– Shreelekha Singh, Senior Writer

Next Steps

Selected candidates will proceed through two assessment phases:

  1. First assessment: Test your outlining, factual accuracy, and writing style
  2. Second assessment: Create a 400-500 word writing sample to demonstrate your ability to match our content standards

Note: The initial writing test and sample are unpaid stages of our evaluation process. Candidates who progress beyond these assessments will complete onboarding and start paid work.

Please include in your application:

  • Tell us why you’re interested in writing for Backlinko
  • Share your per-word rate in USD. Our content averages 3,000 words. It typically involves two revision rounds with extensive research and image sourcing.
  • Optional: Share your favorite introduction from a Backlinko article. Explain what makes it effective.

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