Senior Writer (Boston)

Resume Target; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Resume Target in Boston, Massachusetts is looking for experienced writers to join their in-house team. The position includes creating individual resumes for clients based on their career fields and experiences. Writers will work closely with clients through comprehensive consultations, ensuring high-quality, tailored documents.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or English or similar professional writing experience. Training will be provided, and skills such as attention to detail and effective communication are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years writing experience preferred.
• Experience with publishing or professional writing organizations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create resumes tailored to clients’ career fields.
• Conduct thorough consultations with clients to gather necessary information.
• Draft clear and concise documents for clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Ability to communicate well

Ability to manage time and meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or English

Job description

Job Description

Full Time / Salary + Benefits

Training

• Training provided in-house by experienced senior team

Role

Currently searching for experienced writers to join our expanding in-house team. Experience writing for professionals and executives is an asset, but those with less than 2 years of writing experience are encouraged to apply.

All training will be provided in-house on an ongoing basis, including working with senior writers.

We are interested in hiring writers who can manage their time while maintaining a high standard of quality.

Candidates with publishing experience and/or writing for professional organizations are also encouraged to apply.

Duties

Writers will be working with our clientele to create individual resumes according to their career field, years of experience and related information that gives our clients a strong document for success in their job search.

Skills and experience expected of a successful candidate:

• Attention to detail and an ability to communicate well with our clients is essential.
• Our clients receive a comprehensive consultation of about 45 minutes on average, therefore the ability to converse and hold interviews over the phone or in person will play a big part in putting together a compelling document.
• Working on deadline is a must. Candidates will need to manage their workload and time to effectively meet deadlines and hold responsive communication with clients.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to draft clear and concise copy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or English and/or equivalent professional writing experience.
• Accepting and adhering to high ethical, moral, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions, and when dealing with others.

How to Apply

If you are interested in becoming part of our team please submit your resume and cover letter (all as MS Word attachments) plus no more than 3 writing samples.