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Newsletter Writer/Content Developer

Oakland, CA · On-site +1

Newsletter Writer / Content Developer - Volunteer Position - This is a remote role (within the US ... This remote role is perfect for journalism students building portfolios or freelance journalists ...

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Content Strategy Director

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$8.99/hr

In this role, the Freelance Content Strategy Director will lead end-to-end content experience ... engineering, and analytics teams * Strong presentation skills, with the ability to craft persuasive ...

Digital Remedy

YouTube Editor - Freelance

Santa Monica, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The freelance YouTube Editor brings a deep understanding of YouTube and YouTube Shorts best ... Pitch new YouTube formats and serialized programming ideas to the Director of Video Content. Stay ...

AKQA

Freelance Senior Copywriter

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$2.6K - $3.4K/wk

Write clear, purposeful, and on-brand copy across digital product surfaces, including UX content ... Collaborate closely with UX designers, product managers, strategists, and engineers to ensure copy ...

AKQA

Freelance Senior Copywriter

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$2.6K - $3.4K/wk

Write clear, purposeful, and on-brand copy across digital product surfaces, including UX content ... Collaborate closely with UX designers, product managers, strategists, and engineers to ensure copy ...

Interdependence

YouTube Producer, Freelance

Los Angeles, CA

$133K - $135K/yr

YouTube Producer, Freelance We are searching for a YouTube Producer operating at the highest ... Extensive experience producing top tier YouTube programming or reality based content that resonates ...

Sigma Computing

Sr. Content Marketing Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$155K - $185K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Experience managing contract writers, freelancers, or agencies, and coaching internal SMEs to produce strong content. * Comfort partnering with PMs and engineers to get technical content right. * A ...

Hearst

Social Media Coordinator (freelance)

Glendale, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Social Media Coordinator (freelance) (part-time)Overview Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG) is ... HMPG also produces and/or distributes a diverse slate of other programming and content including ...

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How much do freelance content developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance content developer in California is $115,088.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,400.00 and $126,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance content developer?

A Freelance Content Developer is a self-employed professional who creates written, visual, or multimedia content for clients on a project or contract basis. They may develop blog posts, articles, videos, social media content, eLearning modules, or marketing materials tailored to the client's needs. Unlike in-house employees, freelance content developers work independently and often manage multiple clients at once. Their responsibilities can include researching topics, creating original content, editing, and sometimes publishing or promoting the material. This role requires strong communication, creativity, and time management skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelance content developer?

To thrive as a Freelance Content Developer, you need strong writing, editing, and research skills, often supported by a relevant degree or portfolio of work. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), SEO tools, and basic graphic design software is typically expected. Creativity, time management, and effective client communication are essential soft skills for success in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality, engaging content that meets client requirements and deadlines in a competitive freelance market.

What are some common challenges faced by freelance content developers and how can they be managed?

Freelance content developers often juggle multiple clients and deadlines, which can make time management and workload prioritization challenging. Additionally, adapting to varied client expectations and maintaining a consistent workflow without direct supervision requires strong communication and organizational skills. To manage these challenges, it's helpful to use project management tools, establish clear agreements with clients, and schedule regular check-ins to ensure alignment on goals and feedback.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Content Developer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 64% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,088 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Newsletter Writer/Content Developer

We Vote

Oakland, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Newsletter Writer / Content Developer - Volunteer Position - This is a remote role (within the US)
* Fraud and phishing warning *
If you are reading this away from the WeVote site, please apply directly via our volunteering portal/ATS at https://wevote.applytojob.com/apply. Do not apply via any other job portals, aggregators, or sites, as your information may not be secure, or the role may no longer be accepting applications. Thank you.
Calling all journalists! WeVote, a nonpartisan nonprofit technology startup building the next generation of voting tech, has an open volunteering position for a Newsletter Writer / Content Developer (2-3+ hours per week) who wants to use their existing skills and learn new skills, while helping strengthen American Democracy. The newsletter writer will be tasked with writing engaging and informative content that shares news, information, goals, and wins for our all-volunteer voter activation nonprofit. We are looking for a writer to join the team who will help draft content that aligns with our mission and values. You will assist with content planning and may also be asked to help with research, interviewing, and writing including writing stories, volunteer profiles, event info, and related news, all designed to build awareness and do a bit of cheerleading. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and editing skills and experience working with volunteers and/or in a nonprofit setting. This remote role is perfect for journalism students building portfolios or freelance journalists wanting to cover the evolving election landscape.
About Us:
WeVote is a nonpartisan get-out-the-vote nonprofit startup, and a celebrated Fast Forward nonprofit technology grantee. WeVote is a movement of over 120 passionate volunteers (starting with the founders) who are building open-source mobile technologies that touch and mobilize millions of voters on Election Day. We observe that many voters are busy, distracted, and impatient. We have a goal of providing a complete voting experience in 8 minutes, including the download of our app ("WeVote Ballot Guide, @WeVote"). More information is at https://WeVote.US. See Twitter @WeVote. We are a 100% volunteer and remote organization.
What You'll Do:
  • Write for one or both of our newsletters: one is internal for WeVote volunteers, and the other is an external newsletter reaching voters nationwide
  • Cover a wide range of topics, creating news articles for the WeVote Blog. Recent stories we've published have been about voting laws, election security, voting access, Generation Z trends, and the U.S. Supreme Court taking up a legal challenge to a mail-in voting deadline in Illinois
  • Help voters make informed decisions through straightforward, informational reporting
  • Pitch story ideas and work on editor assignments
  • Research and interview sources for volunteer profiles, event coverage, and election-related news
  • Collaborate with editors and team members (includes weekly Tuesday meetings, ~1 hour)
  • Receive bylines and clips for your portfolio

We're Looking For:
  • Current journalism students or recent graduates seeking portfolio-building opportunities
  • Freelance journalists interested in civic engagement and voting rights coverage
  • Strong writing and editing skills with journalism clips to share
  • Experience with WordPress
  • Bonus: background covering politics, civic issues, or nonprofit work

To Apply: Send three writing samples showing range (any topics welcome) and a brief note about your interest.

Apply