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E-Commerce Copywriter

Austin, MN · Remote

$33.25 - $38.50/hr

We are seeking a mid-level E-Commerce Copywriter for a remote contract role (20-30 hours/week) supporting Product Detail Page (PDP) optimization for a leading CPG food manufacturer. You will adapt ...

Sales Coordinator

Lisle, IL · On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Draft precise client contracts, event proposals, and sales reports. * Operational Setup: Generate ... Align with Food & Beverage, Culinary, and Front Desk teams for guest setups. * Revenue Growth:

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How much do contract food copywriter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract food copywriter in the United States is $36.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $41.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Food Copywriter vs Food Content Writer?

AspectContract Food CopywriterFood Content Writer
CredentialsPortfolio, writing samples, possibly marketing or food industry knowledgeSimilar credentials, often with additional expertise in food journalism or blogging
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, remote or client sitesFreelance or employed, often in digital media or publishing
Employer & Industry UsageFood brands, marketing agencies, restaurantsFood blogs, magazines, online publications
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on marketing, advertising, and product descriptionsFocus on storytelling, articles, and editorial content

The main difference is that a Contract Food Copywriter specializes in creating promotional and marketing content for food brands, while a Food Content Writer often produces editorial or storytelling articles about food. Both roles require strong writing skills and food industry knowledge, but their focus and typical work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Food Copywriter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,412 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

E-Commerce Copywriter

Robert Half

Austin, MN • Remote

$33.25 - $38.50/hr

Temporary

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a mid-level E-Commerce Copywriter for a remote contract role (20–30 hours/week) supporting Product Detail Page (PDP) optimization for a leading CPG food manufacturer. You will adapt established PDP content across a portfolio of roughly 100 SKUs for major retail platforms, primarily Amazon and Walmart.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Adapt and optimize existing PDP assets across product lines using pre-established templates and guidelines.
  • Refresh Amazon product titles, feature bullets, and descriptions to align with retailer SEO standards.
  • Scale approved master copy across flavor, size, and pack variations.
  • Maintain strict copy consistency across Amazon and Walmart listings.
  • Partner with the visual designer handling PDP carousel graphics.


  • Proven background in e-commerce or retail product copywriting (PDP focus).
  • CPG or Food & Beverage experience strongly preferred.
  • Solid understanding of Amazon title optimization, bullet structure, and e-commerce SEO.
  • Experience with Amazon Vendor Central or Salsify is a plus.
  • Candidate Profile
  • Execution-oriented writer who thrives on systematic optimization, speed, and accuracy over conceptual creative.
  • Comfortable managing copy rollouts within established structural frameworks.
  • Available 20–30 hours per week on an ongoing contract basis.

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About Robert Half

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Founded in 1948, Robert Half pioneered the idea of professional talent solutions to connect opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. As business needs changed, we evolved to offer specialized talent solutions for finance and accounting, technology, administrative and customer support, creative and marketing, and legal fields. In 2002, we introduced our subsidiary, Protiviti, a global independent risk consulting and internal audit service, to support companies as they faced more strategic business challenges.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

Year founded

1948