Writer Needed for Website Content, Copywriting Etc.

Hi there!

Experience is great, but not required.

Looking primarily for a few skills:
1. Perfect, natural written English
2. Ability to write in a variety of ways: formally, casually, persuasively etc.
3. Passionate about writing

We have several websites that could use some updating with great writing.

YOUR ROLES:
• Add content to the websites that's both natural and helpful for humans, and is juicy for Google SEO Web Crawlers to help the sites rank highly
• Change content on certain "funnel" sites to be more persuasive and encourage purchasing
• Write emails
• Write other content as needed

There's also the opportunity for many related tasks to support the business if you desire to be full-time.

ABOUT US:
My name is Danny Kalman and I'm a professional dancer (salsa & bachata) based in Los Angeles, California. I run the largest salsa & bachata dance academy in Los Angeles and we are working on expanding to 10 other cities this year.

We have some ambitious projects in front of us and it's time to expand the team.

Long-term working relationship desired! If you're the right fit, we will have a very positive and long-term relationship and you will be taken care of.

A positive and fun work environment is important to us as Upgrade to see actual infoclude this phrase in the header/subject line of your proposal so I know you've read the posting: "Yellow cars are interesting."

SCHEDULE:
• For the most part, you can work any schedule that you'd like.
• Occasionally there may be time sensitive items and you'll need to work specific hours - this is rare though

ABOUT YOU:
• Perfect, natural written English (show this in your application!)
• Quick learner
• Eager to learn
• Critical, creative Upgrade to see actual infot robotic. Always looking for better ways to do things. Always considering all the angles of a task.
• Strategic thinker
• Meticulous, organized, methodical.
• Tremendous attention to detail - gets things right the first time
• PRO-ACTIVE. At first the tasks will flow froUpgrade to see actual info to you. If you can quickly start making recommendations on what to do though and take charge of projects from A to Z, that's what will make us successful together.
• Comfortable sharing your opinion - I NEED to hear your opinion on the approaches that we take on tasks!
• Able to ask clarifying questions in order to get tasks right the first time
• Always eager to improve yourself and the company’s systems. Habitually thinks strategically and takes action for improvements.
• Can make decision independently
• Fast computer
• Fast, dependable Internet
• Bonus if you have experience or interest in salsa or bachata!
• Experience writing in a variety of styles, especially copywriting and/or writing for SEO, is helpful


APPLY NOW. PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. A brief intro about yourself
2. English level (Ex. A1-C2 if you've taken the CEFR test or another test)
3. Number of hours available per week
4. Why you would like this position?
5. Any interest in salsa/bachata? (Bonus)


Write in a style that's colloquial and natural - make sure your writing is grammatically correct, but no need to be overly formal.

(Don't email me off the platform or message on social media - I personally check all applications here)

AFTER YOU APPLY:
I check applications first for perfect, natural English, then for everything else.

Part two, if invited, will be to do some sample tasks (these are fun!)

Part three, if invited, will be to share additional information about work experience, habits etc. to really show how you shine.

Finally, the best applicants will be invited to interview.

The full process will be 4 stages. I've learned that proper screening at the beginning ensures the best fit and that we can have a successful, long-term relationship together.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Danny