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How much do remote creative writing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote creative writing in Goleta, CA is $67,095.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,200.00 and $91,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are remote creative writing jobs?

You can find remote creative writing positions in multiple industries. Your job is to tell a story or express an idea through various formats. Your duties may have you working with material that your audience can read, watch, or listen to through multimedia platforms. You can be a content writer, an editor, a literary coordinator, an online professor, a publicist, or an author. Your responsibilities vary depending on the position, but you may develop original content, write articles, books, blogs, or newsletters, create scripts, produce rough drafts, or edit manuscripts. You can work a remote creative writing job as a permanent position or as a freelance writer.

What is the difference between Remote Creative Writing vs Remote Content Writing?

AspectRemote Creative WritingRemote Content Writing
Required CredentialsPortfolio, writing samples, sometimes a degree in English or related fieldPortfolio, writing samples, often a degree in communications, marketing, or related field
Work EnvironmentFreelance or in-house, creative projects, flexible hoursFreelance or in-house, marketing and informational content, deadlines
Employer & Industry UsagePublishing houses, advertising agencies, entertainmentBusinesses, digital marketing firms, media companies
Search & Comparison IntentCreative projects, storytelling, fiction, scriptsSEO, blog posts, articles, product descriptions

Remote Creative Writing focuses on storytelling, fiction, and creative projects, often requiring a portfolio and a creative mindset. Remote Content Writing emphasizes producing informational, marketing, or SEO content for businesses, with a focus on clarity and engagement. While both roles involve writing skills, their applications and industries differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote creative writer, and why are they important?

Remote creative writing refers to the practice of producing original written content, such as stories, poems, or scripts, from a location outside of a traditional office—often from home or any place with internet access. Creative writers use their imagination and language skills to craft engaging narratives or expressive works, collaborating with clients or publishers online. This flexible work arrangement allows writers to manage their schedules and work with organizations or clients globally. Remote creative writing can include freelance projects, content creation, and contributions to books, magazines, or websites.

How do remote creative writers typically collaborate with editors and other team members while working from home?

Remote creative writers often use collaboration tools like Slack, Google Docs, or project management platforms to stay connected with editors and team members. Regular check-ins, virtual meetings, and shared documents help ensure clear communication regarding project goals, deadlines, and feedback. Writers may also participate in brainstorming sessions or peer reviews online, which fosters a sense of teamwork even when working independently. Adapting to different communication styles and being proactive in seeking feedback are key to thriving in a remote creative writing role.
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Customer Support Representative II

PayJunction

Santa Barbara, CA • Remote

$26 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description


 


We are seeking a Customer Support Representative II to provide industry-leading customer support for our customers and ensure that all stakeholder requirements are met including those for our Sales, Underwriting, Risk, Engineering, and Accounting teams.

Why PayJunction?

PayJunction is relentless and emphatic about helping others.  We exist to drive the success of our partners.  Specifically, the developers who connect to us, businesses who process payments through us, and all of our team members who work with us at PayJunction.

We believe dreams inspire people to start a business, and others to partner with them.  While building dreams, entrepreneurs and business professionals will face many challenges along the way. We believe great partners can make all the difference.

We are your dream partner.  

Your success is our success. 

Our dream is to help you realize yours.

We exist to drive the success of our partners.  We do this by fundamentally changing the way you transact with others.  We just happen to make great payment systems.  If you love helping others succeed, in a culture that celebrates perfecting your craft, consider partnering with us.

Location

PayJunction takes a Flex First approach to work environments. This means that our team members can choose to work from our Santa Barbara office or remotely from home. We ensure that everyone has the resources and equipment to work where they feel most productive. We trust our teams to make the best decision for their work environment. All PayJunction employees must reside in one of the following states: CA, IL, TX, MN, CO, GA, CT, MA, or NY.   

Mission

Our Customer Support team’s mission is to provide industry-leading customer service and technical support. We work as a team to empower our clients to succeed by providing them with the support and resources they need to take full advantage of our platform. We deliver prompt and accurate answers and solutions for our clients and we work closely with all departments to provide effective solutions to any issues that arise.

Vision

PayJunction’s Customer Support team provides award-winning customer service and technical support that achieves perennial success by focusing on the core values that shape the way PayJunction does business.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to incoming phone calls and support tickets, ensuring timely and effective resolution within established service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Manage internal "Admin" tickets, addressing issues such as rejected transactions, fraud alerts, and maintenance errors.
  • Guide new merchants through the onboarding process, providing clear instructions on how to use PayJunction and ensuring proper setup of partner software.
  • Accurately set up new accounts, assess for merges, additional TIDs, and configurations, while maintaining up-to-date records of customer interactions.
  • Ensure that relevant teams are included in communications and that stakeholder requests are addressed promptly.

Qualifications

  • 3-4 years of experience in the payments industry, with a general understanding of merchant accounts and payment processing.
  • ETA CPP certification is a plus.
  • Demonstrated history of clear and effective verbal and written communication, with a customer-focused approach.
  • Familiarity with Zendesk or similar customer service platforms is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.
  • Comfortable using technology, including computers, software programs, and mobile apps.

About PayJunction
Founded in 2000 by three UCSB graduates, PayJunction has grown from a bootstrapped startup to a recognized and respected leader in the payments industry. PayJunction processes more than $12 billion dollars annually for thousands of businesses with solutions that make it easy to accept credit and debit card payments in-store, online, and on-the-go.

Our people-first culture values long-term relationships over short-term profits. Honesty and integrity are part of every interaction with partners, customers and employees. We foster a collaborative work environment, where creative ideas are welcomed, teams are inspired, and success is celebrated. PayJunction is a place where you can find experienced mentors and supportive friends who are committed to your growth.

Total Rewards Plan

  • Health, dental, and vision paid 100% by company for you and your dependents
  • 401k with 6% match
  • FSA and Dependent Care FSA
  • Long-term & short-term disability coverage for you paid 100% by company
  • 8 paid company holidays per year
  • 2 paid floating holidays per year
  • 1 paid volunteer day per year
  • Paid Time Off
  • Home office equipment stipend
  • Annual Learning Stipend
  • Quarterly “fun budgets” for team bonding events
  • Opportunity to be part of a company that is changing a whole industry
  • Opportunity for growth within the company
  • Opportunity for remote, in-office, or hybrid work 

Office Environment

  • The opportunity to choose the work environment that best suits you - remote, in-office, or hybrid.
  • All remote & hybrid team members can enjoy:
    • Company-provided equipment for your home office
    • An equipment allowance for home office essentials
    • Free instructor-led yoga classes via Zoom
    • The opportunity to work at one of Glassdoor's Top 30 Best Places to Work in the US, 2020!
  • Those who choose to come into the office can look forward to:
    • Bright and open offices in downtown Santa Barbara
    • Stocked snack kitchens 
    • Collaborative work spaces with Herman Miller chairs, height-adjustable desks, and a large 32-inch monitors
    • Dog-friendly office

Company Values

  • Build the Dream
  • Put People First
  • Value Long Term Relationships Over Short Term Profit
  • Make it Simple
  • Be Data Driven
  • Own It

The hourly rate range for this role is $28-30/hr plus our Total Reward Benefit package. Actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on factors including but not limited to: education, experience, skills and qualifications.

PayJunction is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a work environment where people from all backgrounds and identities thrive. We firmly believe that more diversity and inclusion in our workforce creates a stronger team, product, and culture.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. PayJunction reserves the right to conduct background and/or credit checks on all of its potential employees.

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