Staff Writer (Hybrid)

Hello, We’re Built In

We’re building the largest platform for tech professionals globally. Monthly, millions of professionals visit BuiltIn.com from across the world. We’re the only platform they need to stay ahead of tech trends and news, develop their careers and find opportunities at companies they believe in. 

Our 1,800 customers include innovative companies of all sizes, from exciting startups to companies in the Fortune 100. To attract our audience of skilled professionals, they trust us to tell the stories of their cultures and share their job opportunities. This helps them hire the industry’s most sought-after professionals locally, nationally and remotely – ultimately  contributing to the industry’s ability to innovate a better future.

What You’ll Be a Part Of 

Working at Built In is the chance to help shape a fast-growing company. Whereas we served eight tech hubs at the start of 2021, we entered 72 new markets across the U.S. by year’s end. Global plans are in the works. 

With the launch of e-learning opportunities for users, we’ve made Built In even more valuable for the professionals who already trust us with their careers. And as we grow into the leading SaaS product for employer branding, we're using the latest technologies to serve customers in new, exciting ways — and you’ll contribute to that. 

You’ll also be a part of changing the lives of professionals like you, ambitious people with a passion for tech and love of learning. As a result, you’ll understand the impact of your work in a deeply personal, especially meaningful way.

We’re looking for a Staff Writer, Brand Studio (Hybrid - In Chicago)

We’re looking for a Staff Writer to join our Brand Studio team, writing articles that showcase the value, branding, and incredible work of our customers. As a staff writer, you will be joining our Brand Studio team of writers, editors, strategists and project managers collaborating each day to develop high-quality content in support of the tech community. We are looking for a startup-loving, analytical, tech-crazy writer with a fresh voice and style. Check out a few of our branded content pieces here ---> https://builtin.com/brand-studio

How you’ll contribute

• Write and edit multiple pieces of branded content weekly across our full product suite
• Assist with all stages of editorial production as assigned
• Submit editorial packages that meet Built In quality standards and live up to content mission
• Effectively communicate with internal and external teams to ensure all deadlines are met
• Write compelling social media copy for internal and external channels
• Cooperatively take on other duties, roles, or responsibilities as assigned

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field
• At least three years of writing experience at a publication
• At least 1 year of client-facing experience 
• Robust research and interviewing skills
• Comprehension of AP Style and ability to write using custom style guides 
• Literacy in technology, product and innovation 
• Eagerness to produce in a data-driven environment
• Previous experience at an agency or tech publication preferred 

What We Value

We’re revolutionizing tech recruitment. So we question everything, because the best answers sit just to the right of a question mark. That’s our heritage as a disruptive company — as a company whose future depends on our capacity to innovate with a sense of drive, purpose and urgency. If you join Built In, you will work from this set of values: 

• Be Inclusive, Always. We’re committed to a culture where all people are respected, have a say and can be their whole selves. We will uplift and advocate for one another. Always.
• Be Unreasonably Passionate. Our passion is borderline obsessive, and we’re ok with that. No one ever built anything great on a “meh.” We work with outsized passion to fulfill our mission.
• Be Humble. You don’t have all the answers. Luckily, you don’t have to. Don’t worry about being right. Be humble instead. 
• Stay Curious. Curiosity is a springboard to the future. It can transform the wisp of an idea into a breakthrough. We ask “what if.” We work with wonder. It’s how we innovate.
• Lead with Solutions. Question everything. But offer solutions as you do. Raise issues. But propose a few answers. For every hole you poke, offer a way to patch it up. 
• Own the Result. We have no time for blame or shame. When you stumble, own it, learn from it + get back to business. 
• Do More. Do more than your job description. Take initiative. Take charge. No job is beneath you, and no job is too big. Be a leader and do more — do whatever it takes. 

Be Inclusive, Always

Research shows that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when they check every point on a job description. We encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications and this role is aligned with your career trajectory. 

Built In is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Built In is guided by principles of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). We are committed to this work over the long-term, but here’s some of what’s in place today:

• We have five thriving ERG groups: Built In For The People, BuiltOut, United We Parent, Women United in Tech ,Built Different and Built In Tribe. 
• We are proud to be led by a woman CEO and founder, and that more than half of our managers and employees identify as women

Location & Salary

Built In currently embraces a largely hybrid model for most roles which allows employees flexibility to split their time between office and home. This is a hybrid position located in Chicago, and are prioritizing candidates who are able to be in office 2x/week.

The estimated salary range for this position is $55,000-$65,000. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. 

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