[Remote] Branded Content Writer, Local

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Axios is a modern media company dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news content in an audience-first format. They are hiring a Local Branded Content Writer to develop branded content for local advertising partners, collaborating with the Branded Content Editor and local revenue partners to create community-based marketing campaigns. The role requires strong writing and editing skills to craft original sponsored content and conduct research on local issues.ResponsibilitiesDevelop branded content for Axios’ local advertising partnersWork with the Branded Content Editor and local revenue partners to build and maintain thought leadership, community-based, and brand marketing campaignsCreate native branded content for local audiences that appears on the Axios website, in newsletters, and at eventsCraft original sponsored content and conduct research on local issues, industries, and communities across a range of brands and marketsTranslate brand messaging into stories that feel relevant, useful, and authentic in local marketsWork across multiple markets, industries, and campaign types while maintaining quality and consistencyWrite for newsletters, websites, event materials, and social platformsIdentify the most audience-relevant angle within a sponsor’s messageAssist in the creation and production of branded content through live interviewsWork on small creative teams to create client-driven materialsSkillsWriting experience in a branded, local editorial, or community-focused content capacityPassion for thought leadership, service journalism, and storytelling on behalf of brandsDemonstrated ability to research and brainstorm themes and messaging that align with client goals and resonate with specific local audiencesStrong understanding of how to translate brand messaging into stories that feel relevant, useful, and authentic in local marketsAbility to work across multiple markets, industries, and campaign types while maintaining quality and consistencyExperience writing for newsletters, websites, event materials, and social platformsStrong editorial judgment and the ability to identify the most audience-relevant angle within a sponsor's messageComfort with live interviews to assist in the creation and production of branded contentFamiliarity working on small creative teams to create client-driven materialsDesign, infographic, social video or AI-assisted content workflow skills are a plusBenefits401(k) with employer matchRobust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield networkEmployer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan optionDental and vision coveragePrimary caregiver 12-week paid leaveGenerous vacation policy, plus holidaysOne mental health day per quarterAnnual learning and development stipend$100 monthly work-from-home stipendTele-mental health services through HeadspaceOneMedical membership, including tele-health servicesPersonal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocateInclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits through Carrot FertilityAccess to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergenciesIncreased work flexibility for parents and caretakersVirtual company-sponsored social eventsA strong and positive work environmentA commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work cultureCompany OverviewWe are a new media company delivering vital, trustworthy news and analysis in the most efficient, illuminating and shareable ways possible. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.axios.com.