Description
Create original written content, including articles, stories, scripts, and essays, for print, digital, and performance media, using research and revision to deliver accurate, engaging work for targeted audiences.
- • Select topics and formats to convey ideas, tell stories, or inform audiences.
- • Outline projects and organize material for clarity and flow.
- • Conduct research to obtain factual information and authentic detail.
- • Write original content such as articles, essays, stories, scripts, and long-form works.
- • Develop themes, plots, characters, settings, and dialogue where applicable.
- • Revise and edit to meet quality standards and client or editor feedback.
- • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style guides.
- • Format manuscripts for print or digital platforms and submit to outlets or clients.
- • Secure rights, permissions, and copyrights when required.
- • Collaborate with editors, clients, subject-matter experts, and other writers.
- • Adapt content for various media, audiences, and lengths, including web, social, and multimedia.
- • Write humor, promotional, or entertainment material as needed.
- • Participate in publicity, readings, launches, or author events.
- • Manage schedules, meet deadlines, and track revisions.
- • Teach, coach, or lead workshops on writing when applicable.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
