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Content Writer job description

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Job summary

We are looking for a content writer to write clear, useful content that ranks and converts.

Responsibilities

  • Write blogs, web pages and product descriptions
  • Research topics and keywords
  • Edit and proofread content
  • Write social posts and emails
  • Optimise content for SEO
  • Update older content

Requirements

  • Excellent written English
  • SEO writing basics
  • Research skills
  • Writing samples or portfolio
  • Comfortable with WordPress or a CMS

Salary

₹12,000–₹22,000 a month for freshers, ₹22,000–₹40,000 with 2–5 years’ experience. See pay by city.

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