Freelance Copy Writer - Travel/Cruise SME

Freelance Travel Writer (Cruises)

Employment Type: Freelancer Location Type: Fully Remote (US-based candidates only)

Position Overview

Brafton, a leading global content marketing firm, is seeking a talented freelance writer with a specialization in travel, particularly cruises. The role involves creating compelling, SEO-optimized content for Brafton's travel industry clients as part of their content marketing campaigns. This is an ongoing freelance opportunity that requires extensive travel experience, a background in travel writing, and the ability to follow precise instructions.

Responsibilities

• Research, create, and revise high-quality content in accordance with specified deadlines.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Content Marketing Strategists to achieve client expectations and objectives.
• Adhere to highly specific client checklists for style, structure, and organization.
• Follow defined processes for content formatting, SEO optimization, sourcing, and submission.
• Participate in virtual project, client, and team meetings.
• Track weekly writing and editing production using the in-house project management system.
• Conduct research, interviews, ideation, and writing for content marketing campaigns.

Skills & Requirements

• 1-3 years of professional writing experience, including specific travel writing experience.
• A related degree in fields such as English or Journalism is preferred.
• Extensive experience with travel and cruising.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Comprehensive understanding of SEO and best practices for branded writing.
• Strong research abilities and the capacity to quickly learn and write about complex subjects.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-oriented environment.
• A creative approach to client briefs and content marketing goals.
• Strong videoconferencing presence for client meetings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.
• Knowledge of AP (Associated Press) Style is a plus.

Company Information

Brafton is one of the world's leading content marketing firms, with offices in Boston, London, and Sydney. We are dedicated to raising the standard for marketing content by creating result-focused strategies and content that drive SEO, social engagement, and leads for our clients. Our teams continuously develop expertise across various media formats, including video, blogs, infographics, and web design.

Equal Opportunity

Brafton is an Equal Opportunity employer. We comply with federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment across all our locations. This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.