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ADIT

Content Marketing Manager - (US Shift)

Oregon, WI · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Manage freelance writers and ensure editorial quality and brand consistency. * Support product and campaign launches with timely content deliverables. Requirements * 5-7 years of experience in ...

Perry Homes, LLC

WI · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Manage relationships with external content vendors, including freelance writers, designers, and agencies. * Support SEO and AIO initiatives by developing and optimizing content to improve search ...

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C2 Staffing

Digital Producer

Milwaukee, WI

$35 - $50/hr

... for freelance designers, developers, editors, videographers, writers, photographers, and additional production partners Build strong relationships with freelance partners while helping forecast ...

Mindrift

WI · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

You'll create problems, write both correct and deliberately-wrong solutions, and design the tough test cases that catch subtly-broken code. Your work is what makes the training signal trustworthy.

KOHLS

Art Director

Menomonee Falls, WI · On-site

$121K - $127K/yr

Mentor creative team, freelancers and interns * Work with Project Coordinators to ensure timely ... Effective verbal and written communication skills required * Software requirements: Adobe InDesign ...

Bakertilly

Consulting Recruiter

Milwaukee, WI

In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance write in Wisconsin is $23.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.62 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Write vs Content Writer?

AspectFreelance WriteContent Writer
CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification requiredTypically no formal certification, but strong writing skills needed
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote, project-basedUsually employed by companies or agencies, remote or in-office
Employer & Industry UsageClients across multiple industries, self-employedBusinesses, marketing agencies, media outlets
Search & Comparison IntentHigh overlap; freelance, independent, writing jobsContent creation, article writing, blog posts

Freelance Writers work independently on various projects for different clients, often with flexible schedules. Content Writers may be employed or freelance but focus specifically on creating content for websites, blogs, and marketing materials. While both roles involve writing, Freelance Writers have more diverse assignments and work environments, whereas Content Writers often follow specific content strategies for organizations.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Write job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,864 per year, or $23.5 per hour.

Senior Writer / Editor

Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)

Madison, WI • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned storyteller and editorial professional who thrives on creating meaningful storytelling with broad reach? The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA), the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is seeking a Senior Writer / Editor to help shape some of our signature publications. This position, contributing to our WFAA communications team, will serve as coeditor of On Wisconsin, the university's award-winning quarterly alumni magazine that, though its print and digital forms, reaches more than 500,000 alumni worldwide.

The position also serves as editor of WFAA's awards publication, among other storytelling work. In this role, you'll collaborate with colleagues and freelancers to produce compelling stories that celebrate the people, ideas, and impact of UW-Madison. This hybrid position is based in Madison, Wisconsin, with at least two days per week in the office.

Essential Functions

On Wisconsin

  • Collaborate with staff at WFAA and the Office of Strategic Communications (OSC) to produce On Wisconsin, UW-Madison's quarterly alumni magazine.
    • Partner closely with the OSC coeditor and design team to plan and execute each issue.
    • Hire and manage freelance writers and secure photography and other visuals.
  • Lead strategy for On Wisconsin's digital channels.
    • Consider storytelling from concept to completion as a multimedia effort, working with social media and video storytellers to create compelling, break-out content
    • Collaborate on and develop digital content distribution strategies with broader WFAA communications and OSC
    • Use SEO and GEO principles to maximize On Wisconsin's readership online.
  • Serve as key point of contact with magazine printer to ensure high-quality production and timely mailing.
    • Ensure the magazine is produced on time and within budget.
  • Share story ideas and success metrics with leadership at WFAA and OSC.

WFAA Awards Publication

  • Work closely with the alumni awards team to develop stories about award recipients.
  • Coordinate with freelance writers and photographers.
  • Lead production of a publication highlighting award recipients.
  • Support marketing efforts related to the awards program, as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Write for On Wisconsin and other WFAA publications.
  • Maintain 4WARD records for people featured in On Wisconsin and constituents who write to the magazine.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, communications arts, or of a similar field.  
  • 7 + years of experience in journalism, writing, publishing, communications, or a similar field
  • Knowledge of magazine publishing
  • Knowledge and experience in multimedia and digital publishing and social media content development
  • Experience working with writers and designers
  • Expertise with Word, Teams, Zoom, or similar conferencing software
  • Familiarity with InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Salesforce Marketing Cloud
  • Familiarity with MS Office software and Mac operating systems.

Other Qualifications:

  • Experience working in Higher education.
  • Experience with hiring and managing freelancers.
  • Strong interviewing skills, strong sense of initiative.
  • Understanding of marketing and journalistic concepts, experience creating content about diverse constituencies, and a passion for UW-Madison.

At WFAA, we are dedicated to creating an inspiring, creative, and respectful work environment for our employees. We offer competitive pay and an outstanding benefits program, including a generous 10% 401k contribution after just one year of service! Join us and be part of a team that values your growth and well-being. Click here to learn more about our employee benefits! 

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer *The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is the "doing business as" name of the merged organization comprising the University of Wisconsin Foundation (supportuw.org) and the Wisconsin Alumni Association (uwalumni.com). Its legal corporate name is registered as the University of Wisconsin Foundation.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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