Writing And Branding Manager (Est Time Zone)

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee the management of GR0’s writer network, including supporting the writing coordinators and specialists in title assignment, schedule management, database upkeep, submission errors, feedback communication, and expectation setting.
• Assist in the finding, interviewing, and onboarding of both contractors and employees for the writing & branding department, including AI training and support.
• Support the Director, Writing & Brand Management in ensuring accuracy in department finances, including auditing invoices for accurate completion.
• Create or commission sample assignments for internal or external use, edit for formatting and content, and provide feedback as necessary before providing samples to clients.
• Manage special projects and last-minute content assignments.
• Support the creation and improvement of GR0’s sales collateral, assets, and case studies.
• Support in the maintenance of the GR0 website, continually checking for errors and opportunities to improve and/or update content.
• Continuously suggest, test, and implement new technologies to improve workflows and efficiency.
• Oversee GR0’s social media growth and strategy by tracking metrics, pitching new ideas, organizing content creation, and ensuring the content calendar is implemented.
• Support GR0’s efforts to win awards and accolades via submission creative, outreach, and more.
• Provide cross-departmental branding support, including helping create branded decks and assets.
• Provide weekly and monthly reporting regarding writer and content output and updates and ongoing projects.
• Submit client and internal press releases for publication.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Ensure creation of at least 3 case studies per month
• Project manage all special projects to successful completion
• Limit SEO words moved to the next month to 5% or fewer
• Ensure at least 3 posts go live on GR0's socials per week

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3-4 years of experience in people management, content editing, project management, brand management, or another related field.
• Strong project management ability and comfortability and confidence managing many separate projects at once ranging from branding to business collateral to editorial projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, as this role works closely with every department company-wide, plus a large network of freelance writers, specialists and coordinators.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to juggle many projects at once while guiding and training junior team members and contractors along the way.
• Confidence offering direction, guidance, and solutions to team members and contractors alike, as well as working with senior leadership at the company.
• Deep familiarity with Google Docs, Sheets, etc. and project management platforms like Monday.com and Notion.
• A critical eye and the ability to ensure cohesion across multiple platforms for one brand.
• In-depth knowledge of copywriting, editing, and AP Style.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

What does the hiring process entail?

• Stage 1 (Recruiter Screen) - After you submit your application, our recruitment team will review and reach out to candidates. During this 20-minute phone call, we’ll discuss your career journey and professional motivators while learning about GR0 overall and the position.
• Stage 2 (Hiring Manager & Team Interview) - The first video interview with two to three GR0 team members will involve 30 minutes of diving deeper into the GR0 processes, tools, core values, and company roadmap.
• Stage 3 (Co-Founders Connect) - The last conversation of the interview process is always a chance for you to connect with our CEO and Co-Founder, Kevin Miller, and our President and Co-Founder, Jon Zacharias.
• Stage 4 (Offer) - If a #GR0mance has brewed, we will make you a competitive offer and hope you’ll accept!

What's in it for you?

• Shared Financial Success - GR0 believes strongly in equal pay for equal work, and transparency in compensation is one vehicle to achieve that. Total annual salary for this role is market competitive- $70,000 - $75,000 (commensurated with experience)
• Health and Family Benefits - GR0 offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options for GR0ers and their families.
• Flexible PTO - We know that rest is vital to your well-being and career success, so we give you the flexibility and trust to take it when you need it.
• Community Impact - GR0 is committed to supporting the communities where we work and live by partnering with local charitable organizations to give back in various ways.