Creative Content Specialist Job at Americaneagle.com in Des Plaines

Creative Content Specialist

Americaneagle.com is a family‑owned web design, development, and digital marketing agency. Our focus is on helping customers grow and achieve success in the digital space across a variety of industries.

Americaneagle.com is looking for a strategic and versatile Creative Content Specialist to develop and execute content initiatives that support our clients and prospects. This highly creative role will work with the Marketing & Sales team to produce original, SEO‑driven, sales‑friendly content across multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the overall content strategy and plan, ensuring alignment with marketing and business objectives.
• Work with internal platform teams to develop creative and compelling messaging for sales and marketing teams.
• Write for various channels (email, social, blog, web pages, ads, white papers, case studies, info sheets).
• Oversee the review process for all blog posts and manage the editorial calendar to ensure consistent, high‑quality publication.
• Plan new and engaging pieces of content by analyzing needs and staying abreast of industry news.
• Develop SEO‑optimized content that drives organic traffic and supports conversion goals.
• Write and coordinate press releases to maintain company visibility and announce key developments.
• Interview internal team members and clients to create case studies, testimonials and informational sheets; repurpose content to amplify the message.
• Proof content and collateral for accuracy, including spelling, grammar and product/service information.
• Participate in creative discussions with marketing and sales teams to determine necessary content for collateral and fulfillment of marketing requests.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to provide feedback on existing content, contribute ideas in brainstorming sessions and offer suggestions for improving campaigns, procedures, and other business‑related activity.
• Monitor content performance metrics and optimize based on data‑driven insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, communications, English or related field.
• 4+ years of professional writing experience, preferably in an agency or technology environment.
• Experience writing copy for a mid‑market to enterprise audience; strong plus.
• Demonstrated expertise in crafting attention‑grabbing headlines and compelling sales copy that drives conversions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) required; Photoshop and Illustrator skills are a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving and creative concept skills with ability to work independently and as part of a team environment.
• Driven individual who is able to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure dynamic environment and carry out responsibilities with minimal direction.
• Good eye for layout and design of content pieces a plus.
• Strong organizational and follow‑up skills required.
• Proven experience writing for a variety of communication channels and audiences, including strong understanding of SEO best practices and experience implementing them.
• Comfortable on video and able to convey tips, best practices, and concepts both in writing and verbally.
• Pick up on technical topics quickly, enjoy learning new skills and staying ahead of the curve on relevant industry knowledge.

Benefits

The US‑based salary range is $60,000‑$80,000 per year. Additional benefits include medical and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid maternity and paternity leave, disability insurance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Art/Creative, Writing/Editing, and Information Technology

Americaneagle.com is committed to providing a positive work environment and inclusive hiring practices. Equal Employment Opportunity is an American employer that complies with all applicable laws.