Junior Writer — Cross-Platform Content Apprentice

Contrarian Thinking; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Contrarian Thinking is seeking a Junior Writer to create content across X, LinkedIn, TikTok, newsletters, YouTube, and Instagram. You’ll work under our Senior Editorial Producer, learning the craft of business writing while producing drafts for multiple formats.

You’ll draft newsletters, scripts, and social posts, pitch ideas, and measure engagement with real performance data. This apprenticeship offers rapid growth, feedback-driven improvement, and a path toward more senior writing roles.

Qualifications

• Strong writing fundamentals with clear grammar and rhythm.
• Genuine interest in business content and trends.
• Ability to take editorial feedback and improve without ego.
• Ability to meet deadlines and ship drafts quickly.
• Comfort using AI tools for research and first-draft generation.
• Willingness to learn from experienced editors and grow in role.

Responsibilities

• Write newsletter drafts across different formats (short and long).
• Craft short-form content for social platforms (X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok).
• Contribute to YouTube script development with guidance from senior editors.
• Research and pitch content ideas based on business trends.
• Learn the editorial process through feedback and revisions.
• Measure engagement metrics and iterate on content based on data.

Skills

Strong writing fundamentals

Business content interest

Ability to take feedback

Speed and reliability

Comfort with AI tools

Willingness to learn

Job description

Contrarian Thinking is seeking a Junior Writer to create content across X, LinkedIn, TikTok, newsletters, YouTube, and Instagram. You’ll work under our Senior Editorial Producer, learning the craft of business writing while producing drafts for multiple formats.

You’ll draft newsletters, scripts, and social posts, pitch ideas, and measure engagement with real performance data. This apprenticeship offers rapid growth, feedback-driven improvement, and a path toward more senior writing roles.