Senior Viral Content Writer

New York, USA (On-site)

$80K/yr – $140K/yrSenior Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive high-engagement content creation for a founder-led brand, with rapid iteration and cross-platform storytelling.

  • Own rapid content production across short-form posts, threads, scripts, and hooks with brand alignment.
  • Must-have: 4–7+ years in content writing or growth, plus a proven viral content track record.
  • Standout: Ability to turn ideas into content within hours and adapt to platform trends.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create high-performing, shareable content across multiple platforms (short-form posts, threads, scripts, hooks, captions)
  • Develop viral hooks, headlines, and storytelling formats that drive engagement
  • Rapidly iterate on content based on performance data
  • Collaborate with founders, marketing, and design teams to align content with brand voice
  • Stay on top of trends, memes, and platform algorithm changes
  • Repurpose long-form content into viral short-form formats
  • Analyze metrics (views, shares, retention, CTR) and refine strategy accordingly
  • Build and maintain a consistent brand voice that resonates with target audiences

Requirements

  • 4–7+ years of experience in content writing, social media, or growth-focused roles
  • Proven track record of creating viral content (must include portfolio or links)
  • Deep understanding of at least one major platform (X, TikTok, LinkedIn, Instagram)
  • Exceptional writing skills with strong attention to tone, pacing, and clarity
  • Ability to write quickly without sacrificing quality
  • Strong intuition for what makes content shareable and engaging
  • Experience working in fast-paced startup or creator environments

Preferred

  • Experience writing for founders, CEOs, or personal brands
  • Background in copywriting, journalism, or storytelling
  • Familiarity with analytics tools and content dashboards
  • Basic understanding of video scripting and editing workflows

Benefits

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Shown Media

We focus on just one thing.. and we're the best at it.Creating powerful ads that convert.Ads that not only capture attention but also drive revenue. We delve into data to create killer ads that tell compelling stories, fostering strong connections between your brand and your target audience.

Founded in 2021
19 employees (11 in marketing)