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Salina Owens

Texas, USA

Copywriter | Digital Creator | Content Writer

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Carmel Kundai Makaya

Kenya

I'll help you clarify and share your story 💛.

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Kristina Lopez

Florida, USA

Helping your business help people with words✍🏽🌟

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Rodrigo Lamadrid

Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

You Think It, I Write It 👇

Recommended 1x
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Kristen Ferguson

United States

SEO Writer Helping Businesses Blog with Purpose

Recommended 8x
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Michelle Griczika

Massachusetts, USA

Writing that sells✨

Recommended 4x
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Lindsay Hanson

Boston, MA, USA

I help you grow your business using social media

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James Seykot

Philadelphia, PA, USA

Consultant, Marketer, and Writer

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Christopher Rosché

Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Words to Inspire

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Mia Salas

Lawrence Township, NJ, USA

Social and Digital Media for Startups

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Shannon Permenter

Phoenix, AZ, USA

You make the art, I do the rest

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Amy Suto

Phoenix, AZ, USA

Book Ghostwriter + Developmental Editor

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Jason Glynn

Prague, Czechia

Freelance Tech Writer

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Quinn Foster's avatar
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Quinn Foster

Lafayette, LA, USA

Impactful Journalist & Copy Editor to the Rescue

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Kimia Madani

San Francisco, CA, USA

Freelance Writer & Copy Editor

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Lee Thompson

The Bahamas

Bahama Copy House - Copy Curated for Visionaries

Recommended 3x
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Macy Berendsen

St Paul, MN, USA

Writer, editor, podcaster

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Chhavi Malik

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Brand Alchemist | Content & Copywriter

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Téa Rae Designs

United States

Digital Content Hub - Websites, Graphics & Copy

Common projects for Writers

Writing SEO-optimized blog posts for a company blog.

Creating engaging social media content for a brand's social media platforms.

Writing product descriptions for an e-commerce website.

Creating content for email marketing campaigns.

Writing technical articles or white papers in a specific industry.

Creating scripts for promotional videos or podcasts.

Tips for working with and hiring Writers

Define your writing needs

Before you start the hiring process, ensure you have a clear understanding of the type of writing services you need. This could be blog posts, SEO articles, social media content, or technical writing. Having a clear brief will help you find the right writer for your project.

Review their writing samples

Take time to review the writer's portfolio and writing samples. This will give you an idea of their writing style, tone, and ability to write for different audiences. Always choose a writer whose style matches the tone of your brand or project.

Ensure they understand SEO

If you're hiring a writer for online content, they should have a solid understanding of SEO best practices. This will ensure your content ranks well on search engine results, driving traffic to your site.

Maintain open communication

Keep a clear line of communication with your freelance writer. Provide comprehensive feedback on their work and be clear about any revisions you need. Remember, effective communication is key to a successful project.

How to hire Writers

Define your needs

Before you start the hiring process, understand what type of writing services you need. This will help you find the right writer who specializes in the type of content you require.

Post a detailed job

When posting a job on Contra, provide as much detail as possible about the project. This includes the type of content, the target audience, the tone and style of writing, and any SEO requirements.

Review applications and portfolios

Review the applications you receive and shortlist writers based on their skills, experience, and portfolio. Look at their past work to get a sense of their writing style and quality.

Conduct interviews

Interview the shortlisted writers. Ask them about their writing process, how they handle feedback and revisions, and their experience with similar projects.

Set clear expectations

Once you've hired a writer, set clear expectations about the project timeline, payment terms, and the process for revisions and feedback.

3 questions to ask when interviewing Writers

1. Can you provide examples of writing projects that are similar to mine?

2. What is your process for handling revisions and feedback?

3. How familiar are you with SEO best practices and how do you incorporate them into your writing?

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Platform for Async Collaboration

The talent I find on Contra has been excellent. But aside from that, Contra’s community differentiates Contra from other freelancing platforms. I love the responsiveness of the Contra team, and how invested they are in your success. I actually pay freelancers I’ve found outside of Contra through Contra because I love the platform so much, especially that they don’t take a cut of your payment.


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Grounded Insights
UX Research Consulting Firm

I used to waste hours trying to find talent. Switching to Contra was 10x on my time, energy and money as an Entrepeneur and Creator. Lauren was a perfect fit from day one, and I couldn’t have found someone of this calibor without Contra.


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Stan
Creator Store

I can vouch for Contra that it is a great hiring tool. I shoot my shot and the candidates I keep seeing are incredible.The process took minutes and the support I always get from their team is 10/10.


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Cecilia Reusch
Community Strategist

Freelancers on Contra come across very professionally. They actually seem to read your job posting and have directly relevant skills, which isn’t always the case on most other freelancer sites. On Contra, freelancers who matched with my job seemed to have the relevant skills I was seeking.


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Frequently asked
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A freelance writer is a professional who creates content based on the requirements of their clients. This could be anything from blog posts, articles, social media content, product descriptions, or even technical writing. They are self-employed and usually work on a project-by-project basis.

A freelance writer is a professional who creates content based on the requirements of their clients. This could be anything from blog posts, articles, social media content, product descriptions, or even technical writing. They are self-employed and usually work on a project-by-project basis.

Hiring a freelance writer on Contra gives you access to a pool of talented writers who can help create high-quality content for your needs. With Contra, you can review their portfolio, collaborate efficiently, and manage contracts and payments all in one place.

A freelance writer should have strong writing and grammar skills, the ability to write for different audiences and styles, good research skills, and an understanding of SEO best practices. They should also be reliable, able to meet deadlines, and open to feedback.

You can post a job detailing your writing requirements on Contra. Freelance writers who match your requirements can then apply for the job. You can also browse through the profiles of freelance writers and invite those you are interested in to apply.

A freelance writer can help with a variety of projects. This includes creating content for blogs, writing articles, creating social media posts, writing product descriptions, email marketing content, technical writing, and more.

The cost of hiring a freelance writer on Contra can vary depending on the complexity of the project, the writer's experience, and the project duration. Typically, freelance writers on Contra charge between $25 and $1000 per hour.

Freelance writers are paid commission-free on Contra. They may charge per project, per hour, or per milestone. Clients must pay a minimum of $250 or $25 an hour to post an opportunity on Contra.

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