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September 15, 2026

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What's This All About?

Perfect Search is looking for strong writers to join our freelance writer network!

The ideal candidate has exceptional writing skills, a keen eye for detail, a passion for nailing brand voice, and takes direction well.

At the moment, the most common assignment that writers as part of this freelance network can expect is writing SEO-optimized blog posts (800-1000 words). However, freelance writers may work on a range of projects, including, but not limited to: blog posts, webpages, emails, infographics, e-books, white papers, and more.

Writing assignments vary on topic and industry, so applicants must be comfortable adapting to fit the assignment’s needs and specifications. Applicants with expertise writing for the B2B, technology, associations, e-commerce, and/or education industries are preferred.

As part of the freelance writer network, the number of assignments per month may vary based on needs. We’re looking for writers who can be flexible and adaptable.

Applicants will be required to send a portfolio link or writing samples for review. Please ensure your portfolio and/or samples showcase professional experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Write excellent, polished content that suits every assignment’s specifications, including: brand voice and tone, length, research needed, internal links and external links, meta data, citing sources, and more
Adhere to directions and deadlines consistently
Update content as needed based on editorial feedback
Communicate your bandwidth clearly in advance

WHAT YOU NEED

A W-9 or W8-BEN to put on file
A PayPal account for submitting invoices and receiving payment
Excellent writing skills with incredible attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Prior content marketing creation experience a plus, specifically with agencies
SEO knowledge a plus
Familiarity with project management platforms (like Basecamp and Asana) a plus

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

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