Sr. Content Strategist (TEMP-to-HIRE)

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$53/hr – $67/hrSenior Level5+ years expContract

Posted 11 days ago

Job Summary

Own end-to-end experience-led content strategy and governance while driving AI-enabled content operations, audits, and measurement to improve engagement and conversions across web, email, and campaigns.

  • Strategic content planning and messaging architecture
  • Governance, tooling, and editorial workflows
  • AI-assisted ideation, drafting, QA, and optimization with safeguards

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Experience-Led Content Strategy
  • Develop content strategies rooted in audience needs, intent, and journey stages for assigned engagements.
  • Create messaging architecture (positioning, value props, proof points) that translates into page-level content.
  • Partner with Experience Design on information architecture, page templates, and content models.
  • Define content requirements for key experiences (web, email, campaigns, product/portal).
  • Content Systems & Governance
  • Apply and adapt governance frameworks: ownership, workflows, approval paths, and maintenance cadence.
  • Create project-level toolkits: templates, briefs, component guidance, and editorial checklists.
  • Maintain content matrices and status tracking so teams have clarity on ownership and next steps.
  • AI-Enabled Content Operations

Requirements

  • 5–8 years in content strategy, editorial strategy, UX writing, or digital marketing.
  • Portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking and practical execution (frameworks, matrices, journeys).
  • Experience partnering with UX/Design on IA, templates, and component-based content.
  • Working knowledge of CMS platforms (HubSpot, WordPress, Contentful, AEM).
  • Familiarity with SEO tools (Search Console, SEMrush/Ahrefs) and on-page optimization.
  • Strong writing/editing skills; ability to simplify complex concepts.
  • Comfortable presenting to stakeholders and facilitating working sessions.
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, HCI/UX, or equivalent experience.

Preferred

  • Experience with design systems and product/UI content (microcopy, onboarding).
  • Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG).
  • Experience with A/B testing, CRO, or personalization.
  • Experience applying generative AI in content workflows.

Benefits

  • Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
  • Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
  • Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
  • Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
  • Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
  • Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
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iCrossing

We are a full-service marketing and technology company that seamlessly integrates strategy, data, creativity, and innovation to accelerate transformation. Our bespoke, scalable, and secure solutions—powered by data, technology, impactful content, SEO, and media—deliver measurable business results. With over 25 years of experience, we have helped leading B2B and B2C brands engage customers, employees, and partners more effectively while unlocking new opportunities across digital and physical channels.

Founded in 1998
New York, NY, US
432 employees (151 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$53/hr – $67/hr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Content Strategy median pay in the United States

$119K/yr

Most pay falls between $91K and $158K. Based on 284 salaries.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
115 (26% of company)
Median Career Experience
15 years
Median Tenure
5.4 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

Total Funding
$136M
Last Raise
$15M
Series F, 18 years ago

Funding History

  • Mar 2008
    Series F • $15M
  • Jul 2007
    Series E • $62M
  • Feb 2007
    Series D • $18M

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
11.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
46.1%
Direct
39.6%
Referral
9.4%
Social
3.7%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~438
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Sr. Content Strategist (TEMP-to-HIRE)

iCrossing · New York City, NY · Hybrid