Associate Writer, Branded Content (Podcast/Audio)

OVERVIEW

This is a freelance role (35-40 hours/wk) with potential to convert to a full-time position after a 6-month engagement. The Associate Branded Content Writer's main responsibility will be writing compelling, engaging, and entertaining advertising content with a strong focus on podcast and audio formats. As our audio advertising channel continues to scale, this person will play a critical role in supporting host-read ad development across our growing podcast portfolio.

While your primary focus is podcast and audio ad content, you'll also contribute to campaigns across Morning Brew Inc.'s portfolio, including The Morning Brew Daily newsletter, Tech Brew, Retail Brew, Marketing Brew, IT Brew, CFO Brew, HR Brew, Healthcare Brew, Revenue Brew, and more. You will contribute to campaigns composed of a wide range of ad products, including newsletter placements, branded articles, interactive content, podcast ad reads, social video captions, and more.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support host-read podcast ad script development across our podcast portfolio

• Translate partner briefs and assets into 35–150 word advertorials (newsletter ads, targeted emails, etc.) on a daily basis for B2B and B2C partners

• Partner with multimedia stakeholders as podcast inventory grows

• Work with clients to produce long-form articles, interactives, or guides when needed

• Partner closely with Account Management, Creative Strategy, and clients to understand goals and translate them into content that performs:

• Intake and internalize the larger marketing goals of our clients while balancing and advocating for what will resonate most with the Morning Brew Inc. audience

• Process, negotiate, and implement creative feedback from brand partners

• Audit, understand, and act on data from our Insights & Analytics team to inform what we say and how we say it, all while keeping partner goals and standards top of mind

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 1–2+ years of professional creative writing, copywriting, and/or content/marketing experience — a portfolio that showcases your work is a major plus

• Demonstrated experience writing podcast scripts, host-read ad copy, or other audio advertising formats

• Expert command of the English language and use of voice — we're looking for a wordsmith in the truest sense

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and project-manage your own work and time

• Client readiness and strong communication skills

• Experience working with multiple client categories; financial services, B2B, or consumer writing experience is a plus

• Familiarity with Monday.com (or other relevant project management systems)

• Passion for all Morning Brew Inc. brands

COMPENSATION $30–$35/hour  (commensurate with experience)

This is a freelance engagement. After a successful 6-month period, this role is eligible for conversion to a full-time position. The total offer package at the time of conversion would include some benefits and perks highlighted here.