Writer Jobs in San Mateo, CA

A Writer in the marketing industry plays a crucial role in creating engaging, persuasive, and coherent content to promote a company's products or services. This content can take various forms such as blog posts, articles, social media updates, email newsletters, white papers, and sales proposals. The goal of a marketing writer's work is to attract potential customers, educate them about the company's offerings, and persuade them to take desired actions such as making a purchase or subscribing to a newsletter.

Important skills for a marketing writer include strong writing and editing abilities, SEO knowledge, creativity, research skills, and the ability to understand and connect with the target audience. Familiarity with content management systems and social media platforms is often required. Certifications such as a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field can be beneficial. Additionally, certifications in content marketing or digital marketing from institutions like HubSpot or Google can give candidates an edge. Before becoming a marketing writer, a person might have roles such as a Content Creator, Copywriter, or Social Media Specialist.

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Lead Technical Writer

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts. Job Category Enterprise Technology &...

Senior SEO Content Writer

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 days ago

As a Tech Jounalist on a three-person team, you'll work alongside a CD (copy) and another writer to create engaging and informative SEO-optimized digital content, including blog articles and website...

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Social Media Content Creator

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Our client, a dynamic and innovative marketing organization, is seeking a Social Media Content Creator to join their team. As a Social Media Content Creator, you will be part of the Corporate...

Content Creator

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 12 days ago

They are looking for someone to help w/ content generation. Someone who is familiar with content management systems and doing some technical writing for a none technical audience Experience with...

Marketing Copywriter

  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 16 days ago

This is a role for an experienced, sophisticated, efficient writer who is ready to be inspired and challenged by a near-endless buffet of topics and assignment types....

Content Creator, Biology (12 Month, Fixed Contract)

  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 20 days ago

ABOUT KHAN ACADEMY Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission to deliver a free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. Our proven learning platform offers free, high-quality supplemental...

Social Media Strategist/Director

  • Belvedere Tiburon, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Belvedere Tiburon, CA (22 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Social Media Strategist/Director Nuvolum - 4.2 Tiburon, CA Job Details Full-time Estimated: $101K - $131K a year 6 hours ago Qualifications Social listening Social media management B2C Adobe...

Content Strategist

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Content Strategist Genesis10 life insurance, 401(k), remote work United States, California, Sunnyvale Jun 09, 2025 Genesis10 is currently seeking a Content Strategist with our client in their...

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Content Strategist, Product

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Figma is seeking a Content Strategist focused on Product Design to join our Story Studio team. In this role, you'll develop compelling narratives that showcase the craft, process, and impact of...

Marketing Writer III

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Title: Marketing Writer III Job ID: # 25-49278 Schedule - Remote, onsite as needed Location - San Francisco/ Mountain View The Internal Communications team is looking to hire an xWF to help in our day-to-day...

RFP Writer - Contract

  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

The RFP Writer reports to the Senior Director of Sales Operations and collaborates closely with Sales and other Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)....

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Medical Content Strategist

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Medical Content Strategist San Francisco, CA or Remote (U.S.) Doximity is transforming the healthcare industry. Join our mission to help every physician be more productive and provide better care...

Senior Marketing Brand Copywriter and Content Strategist

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Thanks for your interest in the Senior Marketing Brand Copywriter and Content Strategist position. Unfortunately this position has been closed but you can search our 262 open jobs by clicking here.

UX Content Strategist (Mandarin)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Position UX Content Strategist Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite) Contract - 1 year with likely of Extension and full time Pay rate - $40- $44/hr Bilingual - Fluent in English and Mandarin -...

Manager, Content Creator

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

About Old Navy Forget what you know about old-school industry rules. When you work at Old Navy, youre choosing a different path. From day one, weve been on a mission to democratize fashion and...

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Salary for Writer Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Highest Education Level

Writers in San Mateo, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.7%
Master's Degree
23.5%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%


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