Freelance Copywriter; Sponsorships - Programming Newsletter

Freelance Copywriter (Sponsor ships) - Programming Newsletter

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Electrify Video Partners is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in leading brands within the creator economy. Come and build the future of media with us!

We are looking for a passionate Copywriter to write sponsor ships for a leading web development newsletter, which helps 200k+ professional developers stay informed on the JavaScript ecosystem in a fun and engaging format.

The ideal candidate is adept at communicating the value prop for highly technical software products and devtools in a digestible and engaging way, demonstrating a keen understanding of developer culture and humor. You should be able to write in an authentic tone that resonates with this community, and convert them to our sponsors’ products via effective calls to action that don’t feel overly spammy or annoying.

Experience writing ads for developer tools, software and technology products will be beneficial, but is not required.

• Write sponsored segments for two newsletter editions per week
• Digest technical software products and communicate their benefits to readers
• Craft effective CTAs that convert readers to sponsored products
• Communicate with sponsors to incorporate their revisions and feedback

• Demonstrable experience writing commercial copy, whether agency or in-house
• Demonstrable experience in copywriting with humour, satire, in line with the newsletter’s tone
• Passionate about the Creator Economy and the educational You Tube space
• Familiar with the newsletters space and how to write engaging ad copy for the format
• A self‑motivated individual who thrives both independently and as part of a team, with a strong desire to grow and develop
• Highly organized, with excellent time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, in English

This position is for a JavaScript‑focused newsletter, so an interest in coding and programming is a big plus.

• Dynamic environment – We are dedicated to providing a world‑class creative culture where our employees can thrive. We’re looking for self‑starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to be part of our success story. You’ll discover new opportunities, take ownership of important initiatives and learn at a fast pace.
• Work anywhere – We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection.
• Our Values – We are committed to fostering a culture that values innovative thinking and the ability to drive positive change.
• Force for good – We believe in leveraging the power of Electrify to change lives and have set up our Creator Foundation. For each established creator that we invest in, we will provide both the cash and production support for an emerging creator to produce and distribute a video that tells an important story linked to one of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  
  We actively encourage your involvement in these projects.

• Competitive rate
• Work from anywhere
• Flexible hours
• The opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, vibrant, dynamic and innovative environment
• A supportive and collaborative team

Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.