Transport & Delivery - Writer

We are currently looking for writers with professional or journalistic experience in Transportation & Delivery to help us create high-performing blog articles for our client who is a major player in the space of last-mile delivery.

The content we're looking to produce will:

• Provide genuine value to the reader in the form of practical advice and takeaways;
• Highlights our client's service features and use-cases in a natural way
• Discuss the pain points and offer solutions of specific delivery types, including big & bulky, grocery, and other last-mile deliveries.

Priority will go to those who have worked in transportation, delivery, & logistics at an operational level.

Our client is a well-known transportation and delivery provider that offers solutions to complex delivery needs. They offer an end-to-end service, including delivery estimates through to tracking and handling returns for several well-known companies.

Our ideal applicants have one or more of the following:

• A relevant degree (e.g. transportation management, business logistics)
• Other recognized industry-specific qualifications
• 2+ years experience working in a relevant role
• 2+ years writing about transportation, delivery, and logistics (preferably bylined) for well-known blogs and publications

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About Eleven Writing

Eleven Writing produces high-quality written content for some of the world’s largest digital publishers and brands, including TechRadar, Tom’s Guide, Top10.com, Cardano, and more. We work with subject-matter expert writers and professional editors to produce publish-ready content.

Role Description

Eleven Writers are responsible for producing high-quality written content in line with client expectations and guidelines. A successful Remote Writer has highly developed writing & communication skills, knowledge of SEO copywriting, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. A willingness to respond positively to constructive feedback from editors is also essential.

Advantages of Working with Eleven

• Get your byline on top bands (TechRadar, Marie Claire, Top10.com, and Cardano are just some of the companies we work with).
• Write on a wide variety of topics in your field.
• Work closely with professional editors who will help you level up your craft and learn industry best practices.
• Access to a streamlined working platform with automated invoices and payments.
• Ability to self-assign articles.
• Expectations provided in advance, usually with a template or comprehensive brief, minimising revisions and turn-around time.
• Ongoing Slack support from dedicated Project Managers to resolve queries regarding topics, article specifics, briefs and guidelines, etc.
• Possibilities to progress within the company over time.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Produce high-quality, well-researched articles in compliance with client briefs and expectations.
• Revise articles in response to editor and/or client feedback.
• Consistently meet deadlines and minimum weekly output for articles and revisions.
• Watch relevant Slack channels for notifications and updates.
• Raise issues encountered in completing work in appropriate Slack channels.

Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Native-level English.
• Subject-matter expertise as demonstrated by a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or 3+ years’ industry or relevant writing experience.
• Outstanding writing skills and a desire to continuously improve your craft.
• Excellent research skills and ability to identify appropriate and credible sources
• High attention to detail and accuracy of work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• SEO writing knowledge and/or experience.
• Familiarity with a range of online article formats and styles, such as blog posts, software/product reviews, feature articles, technical guides, and how-to articles.
• Ability to closely follow & apply style guidelines and client briefs.
• Versatility in adapting tone and style in line with the target audience.
• Willingness to respond positively to constructive feedback from editors or clients.
• Strong work ethic and a professional attitude.
• Resourcefulness and proactivity in seeking solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable using collaboration software (i.e., Google Workspace; Slack).

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“Working for Eleven has allowed me to do what I love – writing – in a relaxed and down-to-earth environment. The team is smart and friendly, and I love having a constant stream of interesting articles. I’ve also begun to improve my writing since working with Eleven, as the feedback is detailed and highly professional.” - Toby Douglas-Bate, Eleven writer

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Submission deadline: January 1st, 2024. Please submit your application on or before this date to be considered.