Newsroom Writer/Reporter / Contract / Remote

Our client, the leader in the SaaS Identity space has an outstanding contract Newsroom Writer/Reporter opportunity to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote role.

The Newsroom is a growing group within the client Comms team. Our core objective is to grow brand awareness, engagement, and trust through audience-first content that positions our client as an industry leader.

We believe in the power of exceptional content to build trust and establish credibility with our target buyer audiences. With every piece of content, we strive to create value for prospects and customers. That’s where you come in.

This role is at the heart of our storytelling efforts, combining journalistic expertise with a passion for technology and innovation. You will play a pivotal role in crafting engaging, insightful, and impactful content that reflects our client’s brand voice and values while resonating with global audiences. From thought leadership pieces to industry trend analysis, you’ll help bring our client’s story to life in a way that informs, inspires, and connects.

Contract Duration: 9-Months

Required Skills & Experience

• A natural storyteller who can translate complex topics into clear and engaging narratives.
• A journalist at heart, with keen instincts for what makes a strong story and the skills to dig deep to uncover compelling angles.
• Passionate about technology and innovation, with a curiosity for how identity and security shape the future.
• A team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and knows how to balance creativity with business goals.
• Committed to excellence and accuracy, upholding high editorial standards for every piece of content you create.
• 7+ years of professional experience in reporting, writing, or content creation, preferably in the tech industry or a newsroom environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen sense for audience-focused storytelling.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and adhering to brand guidelines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines with ease.
• You understand the power of storytelling and have a knack for finding the uncovered angle or unique POV.
• You love to collaborate and aren’t shy about seeking out expertise; you take pride in keeping a Rolodex of SMEs whom you can easily tap for input.
• You have a reporter’s perseverance and are willing to roll up your sleeves to find the quote, data point, or anecdote that will uplevel the story.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Content promotion: Ensure content reaches the right audiences through strategic distribution, including via social media, paid promotion, content syndication, etc.
• Performance tracking: Monitor the success of content through metrics and adapt strategies to optimize for reach and impact.
• Video storytelling: Shoot news-style footage and perform basic video edits to create compelling content.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with digital content creation tools and analytics platforms is a bonus.
• Basic news-style videography and video editing skills are a plus.
• Strong understanding of the technology landscape; familiarity with cybersecurity, identity, or SaaS is a plus.

What You Will Be Doing
Daily Responsibilities

• Content creation: Produce compelling news, analysis, and multimedia content that engages our audience and creates value for readers.
• Trend reporting: Monitor, research, and report on emerging industry trends in technology, cybersecurity, and identity, positioning our client as a thought leader in the space.
• Storytelling: Craft unique, human-centered stories on a wide range of topics about identity.
• Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, PR, product teams, and other stakeholders to align content creation with business objectives and ensure consistency in messaging.
• Editorial strategy: Contribute to the editorial calendar, pitching ideas and shaping content themes that align with our client’s priorities.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.