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Development Writer - Content Creator

Location

Worldwide

Posted

56 days ago

Salary

$50.5K - $78.9K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree

Job Description

Development Writer - Content Creator

USA TODAY

Development Writer/Content Creator - Content Monetization Team Req #45624 Virtual• United States Job Description: USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com Development Writer/Content Creator - Content Monetization Team This role will produce service-driven financial content that aligns with USA TODAY’s editorial standards while supporting strategic partnerships and affiliate initiatives. The primary focus will be personal finance and consumer service topics, including budgeting, identity theft protection, credit cards, loans, banking, investing, insurance, retirement planning, taxes, debt management and small-business formation. The writer may also occasionally contribute to related service categories such as home services (home inspection, real estate appraisal, real estate legal services, warranties and related consumer topics). Working closely with editors on the Content Monetization team, this writer will create clear, trustworthy and engaging content designed to help readers make informed financial decisions. Assignments may include explainers, provider comparisons, product and service reviews, and other consumer-focused guides that follow USA TODAY’s commerce and editorial standards. This role requires strong research skills, the ability to translate complex financial topics into accessible language, and experience writing optimized digital content that performs well in search while maintaining editorial credibility. This role is remote and can be based anywhere in the US, except for Alaska, Hawaii and Wyoming. Responsibilities: - Write clear, accurate and reader-focused personal finance content across a variety of formats including guides, comparisons and reviews. - Conduct research using credible sources, data and expert insights to ensure accuracy and authority. - Follow USA TODAY editorial guidelines, commerce standards and disclosure requirements. - Collaborate with editors to revise and optimize content for clarity, accuracy and search performance. - Update existing content as needed to maintain accuracy and relevance. - Meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced digital newsroom environment. Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Experience writing about personal finance, consumer services or small-business topics. - Ability to explain complex financial concepts in a clear, approachable way. - Familiarity with SEO-driven service journalism and digital publishing best practices. - Strong research and fact-checking skills. - Experience working in a newsroom, digital media organization or commerce content environment. Application Instructions We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order: - Your resume – one to two pages. - A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration. #LI-Remote The annualized base salary for this role will range between $50,500 and $78,906. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission. Job Details Job Family Media Job Function Content Production Pay Type Salary Education Level Equivalent Experience

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