Content Designer / UX Writer [80789]

Onward Search; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,921 - 129,494; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

eLearning and Ongoing Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

A staffing and talent solutions company is seeking a talented Content Designer / UX Writer in Santa Monica, California. This hybrid position focuses on developing microcopy for Ads Manager features, collaborating with product teams, and ensuring quality and consistency in user-facing content. Preferred candidates will have a proven track record of impactful content creation for mobile apps, showcasing their work in a portfolio. The role offers competitive pay at $80 per hour, with eligibility for medical benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Proven experience creating content for digital products, particularly mobile applications.
• Portfolio with case studies demonstrating impact through content design.
• Enthusiasm for identifying and solving user experience challenges proactively.

Responsibilities

• Develop microcopy for new features across Ads Manager platforms.
• Work collaboratively with Product Designers and Managers to shape new product concepts.
• Ensure language consistency, quality, and accessibility through auditing.
• Present concepts and approaches to Senior Leadership to influence product direction.
• Generate innovative ideas and lead projects for impactful improvements.

Skills

Digital content creation

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Project management

Job description

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re partnering with an American multimedia social media and instant messaging app to identify a talented Content Designer / UX Writer.

• This is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence at our client’s office 4x a week in Santa Monica, California.
• This opportunity is scheduled to last between 27 - 52 weeks with the potential to extend.
• Hourly Pay Rate: $80hr.

Responsibilities

• Develop microcopy for new features across Ads Manager platforms.
• Work collaboratively with Product Designers and Managers to shape new product concepts.
• Ensure language consistency, quality, and accessibility through auditing, localization collaboration, and A/B testing.
• Present concepts and approaches to Senior Leadership to influence product direction.
• Generate innovative ideas and lead projects aimed at impactful improvements across key metrics.

Qualifications

• Proven experience creating content for digital products, particularly mobile applications.
• Portfolio with case studies demonstrating impact through content design.
• Enthusiasm for identifying and solving user experience challenges proactively.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with colleagues and advocates for high‑quality content.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on tight deadlines efficiently.
• Not Looking For: Copywriters focused on marketing campaigns, Script Writers, Technical Writers (unless you have experience writing for apps and creating concise, user‑facing content), Social Media Post Writers (this role is NOT about creating posts for social platforms).

Perks and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.
• Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Writing/Editing

Industries

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• Entertainment Providers
• Advertising Services