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Seoz is hiring: Strategic SEO/Storytelling Writer in California

Seoz, California, MO, USA

Job type: Full Time


Objective
To support client’s conference growth strategy by transforming SEO keyword research into high-quality, idea-first content that attracts qualified, high-intent audiences. The writer will create compelling, community-driven articles that integrate insights from speakers, attendees, and contributors through interviews and collaborative storytelling.

Profile Overview
Client is seeking a seasoned SEO content writer who can balance strategic search optimization with premium, thought‑leadership storytelling. This role requires working from a Compose.ly-provided keyword research report and translating it into content that aligns with the client's brand: intellectually rich, community‑led, and non‑transactional.

The ideal candidate understands how to:

Write for a luxury, high‑intellect audience

Maintain an idea‑first narrative (not sales‑driven)

Collaborate with multiple contributors and co‑authors

Conduct and synthesize expert interviews into cohesive content

Scope

Ongoing monthly engagement (starting after initial SEO research phase)

2 articles per month (20 hours total)

Articles will incorporate interviews with speakers, attendees, or community members

Writer will collaborate directly with client stakeholders to refine topics and direction

Responsibilities

Translate SEO keyword research and content strategy into compelling article topics

Develop outlines and structure aligned with SEO goals and editorial voice

Conduct interviews with community members (e.g., speakers, attendees, experts)

Synthesize multiple contributor inputs into a single, cohesive narrative

Ensure content reflects client’s community‑first and idea‑first positioning

Integrate keywords naturally while maintaining a premium tone

Collaborate on content workflows that may include co‑authorship or contributed sections

Maintain consistency across articles while adapting to different subject matter experts

Ensure all content aligns with client’s brand standards and avoids overly promotional language

Skills and Qualifications

Proven experience in SEO content writing and strategy execution

Strong background in interview‑based or thought leadership writing

Ability to write for high‑level, intellectually sophisticated audiences

Experience working with content briefs, keyword reports, and search intent

Exceptional storytelling and editorial judgment

Ability to manage multiple contributors and perspectives in one piece

Familiarity with luxury brands, media platforms, or mission‑driven organizations

Strong research and interviewing skills

Ability to adapt tone to be inspirational, insightful, and non‑salesy

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