Not Disclosed Full-Time · Contractor 📍 United States Writing

Content Strategist - Entry Level, Hybrid

Virtual Railway

Roles: Content Strategist

Rate: Competitive entry-level pay, details shared upon application.

Contract length: Freelance with potential for ongoing retainer work

Location: Hybrid - primarily remote with occasional in-person days required for project work

Skills/background needed: No prior experience required. We provide full training and mentorship. You'll learn on the job and grow as you go.

About the role

We're looking for someone who loves bringing creative ideas to life. You'll research, plan, pitch, and see projects through from concept to completion. This role moves between strategy work (done from home) and in-person project days where you'll work directly with the creative team. You'll be organized, communicative, and comfortable thinking creatively about what makes content stand out.

This is a ground-level opportunity in a growing environment. As the business scales, so do your responsibilities and earning potential. If you deliver solid work, you'll be first in line for expanded roles and retainer opportunities.

What you'll do

Before project days: Research client industries and competitors. Study what content is performing in their space. Pitch original content ideas. Write detailed briefs that outline the concept, mood, references, and shot list. Develop content pillars for each client. Write scripts and hooks for video. Create mood boards and visual references. Analyze performance data from previous months and use insights to shape strategy.

During project days: Attend shoots and ensure the brief is being executed. Communicate with the team and client in real time. Make quick decisions if something needs to change. Ensure all planned shots are captured.

After project days: Review finished content against the original brief. Flag anything that doesn't match before it goes to the client. Present strategy and performance results clearly. Build a reference file of top-performing content for future inspiration.

What we're looking for

You're organized and can manage multiple briefs and timelines. You understand short-form content and what makes people stop scrolling. You can write clear, engaging scripts and hooks. You communicate ideas clearly to both creative teams and clients. You're comfortable in a fast-paced environment and can make decisions on the fly. You stay curious about social media trends and platform changes. You have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Experience in a creative, marketing, or content production environment is a plus, but not required. A portfolio showing strategic thinking (mood boards, briefs, content calendars, campaign concepts) is helpful if you have one.

Why join

You'll work directly with experienced creatives and grow your skills in a real agency setting. You'll build a portfolio across multiple industries. As the business grows, your earning potential grows with it. Strong performers move into lead roles and retainer positions. This is a place where hard work translates into more responsibility, more earning, and real growth.

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