Journalist Outreacher (HARO & PR)

The Links Guy; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Well versed on writing content for a wide variety of niches and audiences? Have experience pitching journalists? Get a kick out of seeing your work published on reputable sites?

If yes, you might be the perfect fit to join our team as a Journalist Outreacher.

You may already be knee-deep in sending HARO or PR pitches or are a seasoned content writer dealing with US or UK based brands and publications.

You may have realized you’re an accomplished writer with a strong command of the English language, but your current role doesn’t let you apply your skills to the best of your ability–or grow your career.

It sounds like joining TLG might be a strong next step for you.

Who We Are

TheLinksGuy is a boutique link building and digital PR agency that specializes in building high-quality white-hat links for clients across the globe. One of the methods we use to secure links for our clients is reaching out to journalists - primarily, using platforms like Help a Reporter Out (HARO).

We are looking for an enthusiastic writer who has experience with writing HARO pitches and can easily research and digest information on a range of subjects.

You will be reaching out to journalists on behalf of our clients and sending them soundbites with the hopes of it being featured in their upcoming articles.

Pay Offered

$500 - $800 per month plus performance-based incentives. Our performance incentive plan means that if you hit your targets, you can qualify for a bonus after every quarter. There’s even a chance of promotion, since we hire every management and senior position from within.

Requirements:

1. You need at least 2-3 years experience in a professional environment doing any of the following: professional journalism, content marketing for large publications, email outreach, PR outreach.
2. Do not apply if you only have experience doing SEO blog writing.
3. We also consider anyone who has done 6 months or more doing HARO with consistent results to show.
4. You should be able to write while keeping in mind the client's brand and their brand voice.
5. You should have a strong command of writing in English and can think creatively.
6. Have the ability to conduct and digest some quick research when writing emails.
7. You are looking to work with a company for the long term and want to handle multiple projects, and challenge yourself.

Desired Profile:

1. Have the ability to problem-solve and think creatively, but also ask questions when needed.
2. Can demonstrate to us a history of being detail-oriented, organized, and communicative.
3. Want a full-time remote position.
4. Can handle UK (GMT Time Zone) working hours of 9:30 AM UTC - 6:30 PM UTC, and be available for meetings.
5. Have a stable, high-speed, fiber-optic internet connection; a webcam; and a mic.

Note: there is a minimum 3-month probation period for every new team member.

What are the next steps?

Here is a video explaining more about our assessment stages in Rounds 2 & 3.

But, the first stage of applying for a vacancy is to first go to this Round 1, where you'll be asked for a CV and to answer a few initial questions.