Go Carpathian Recruiting
Go Carpathian Recruiting
Go Carpathian Recruiting
About the job
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Candidates must submit writing samples of blogs or newsletters they’ve written to be considered.
An assessment before interviews will be required: write an edition of Lean Leverage addressed to our tech company readers.
Applications without writing samples will not be reviewed.
Position: Content Writer & Marketing Assistant
Type: Full-Time Contractor (40 hrs/week) OR Freelance option available
Location: South Africa only (Remote)
Work Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM ET (US Eastern Time), Monday-Friday (with 1-hour break)
Compensation: $1500-$2000 USD per month (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Independent Contractor
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a central role in scaling and optimizing our content engine, including:
Content Creation
Research, draft, and refine 30+ blog articles per month (with support from AI tools like ChatGPT & Surfer SEO).
Write and edit 1-2 editions of our flagship Lean Leverage newsletter.
Produce additional content: website articles, brand one-pagers, LinkedIn posts, etc.
SEO & Data-Driven Ideation
Use keyword research and SEO tools (Google Search Console, Surfer SEO, etc.) to guide content ideas.
Track performance metrics and suggest improvements.
Marketing Support
Summarize newsletter performance stats (open rates, CTR, etc.).
Assist with Facebook ads (copy, creatives, setup).
Support campaigns with reporting, CMS updates, and task management tools (Notion/Trello/Google Sheets).
What You Bring
Required:
Based in South Africa & able to work US Eastern Time hours.
Strong writing skills in English, with B2B content experience.
Confident using AI writing tools (ChatGPT, Surfer SEO).
Knowledge of SEO and keyword research.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
Nice to Have:
Familiarity with CMS platforms, Notion, Trello, or Airtable.
Basic design skills (Canva).
Experience with Meta Ads Manager (training can be provided).
Knowledge of Google Search Console.
How to Apply
Please include:
A short introduction about yourself and your background.
2-3 writing samples (blogs, newsletters, SEO content, or LinkedIn posts).
A short description of your experience with AI writing tools.
3 newsletter topic ideas you’d pitch for a service helping US small businesses or marketing agencies.
Content Writer & Marketing Assistant
Go Carpathian Recruiting is a global talent acquisition partner specializing in sourcing and placing top-tier professionals for remote and hybrid roles. We help organizations scale by connecting them with highly skilled, vetted candidates across digital marketing, technology, creative, and operations functions. With a focus on quality, cultural fit, and long-term success, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions that save time and drive business results. Our expertise spans full-time, freelance, and executive search, with deep experience in US, UK, and international markets.