Writer Jobs in Virginia

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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S.B. Ballard Construction Company

Proposal Writer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the entire proposal process from research, writing, design, and edit through final submission with ensuring the delivery of a quality...

Sr. Principal Content Strategist

  • Dulles, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Dulles, VA
  • 18 hours ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Content Creator (retail) - Richmond, VA

  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Our high-end retail client is looking for a Content Specialist to join their local marketing teams onsite monthly to shoot/edit content for upcoming social media posts. This role will be up to 28...

UX Content Strategist/Writer - Remote

  • Reston, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 2 days ago

We seek a UX Content Strategist with expertise in UX writing to support agile product teams developing enterprise applications for our clients in the federal healthcare IT industry. You will join...

Remote Work

Content Creator/website builder

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

Hiring: Content Creator with Strong Call-to-Action Skills (Remote Kenya or India Preferred) Were seeking a reliable and creative content creator website builder to help us build engagement and...

Strategic Content & Proposal Writer

  • Reston, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 7 days ago

RIVA Solutions is seeking a versatile Strategic Content & Proposal Writer to join our dynamic Marketing and Communications (MarCom) team....

Creative Agency Copywriter

  • Arlington, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 9 days ago

technologies like GenAI into their workflow, curious about the intersection between technology and creativity, and able to work on numerous projects at once.But above all, this candidate is a strong writer...

Content Creator

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 24 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 24 days ago

School of Music student workers support the administrative and production needs of the School of Music. Daily functions include supporting the practice rooms, classes, ensembles, concerts, and...

Request for Proposal Specialist - Remote Hampton Roads

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 24 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 24 days ago

In addition to the skills in the job listing, the ideal candidate will be a strong writer, proofreader, critical thinker; be detail-oriented, resourceful, and collaborative; and be capable of working...

Remote Work

Content Creator

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and...

Senior Technical Editor and Content Strategist

  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago

@ ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community...

Senior Copywriter

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago

The work will vary from adhoc servicing needs, issue/risk remediation, annual communication audits, marketing campaigns, etc....

Student Social Media Strategist

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 30+ days ago

The Student Social Media Strategist position works with the Social Media team and assist in developing and implementing the university Social strategy, being aware of the strategic goals and...

Senior Content Strategist

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 45+ days ago

user-centered design principles and best practices, including content strategy and how it supports UX copy Ability to build and maintain strong, positive working relationships and collaborate with UX writers...

Senior Proposal Specialist

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Title: Senior Proposal Specialist Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the...

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Salary for Writer Jobs in Virginia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMarketing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Writers in Virginia 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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