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How to Hire Freelance Writers to Build A Remote Content Team

Struggling to assemble a high-performing remote content team? Narratou2019s latest guide will let you in on all the secrets to hiring and onboarding top talent for content marketing success - https://narrato.io/blog/how-to-hire-freelance-writers-to-build-a-remote-content-team/

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How to Hire Freelance Writers to Build A Remote Content Team

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  1. narrato HOW TO HIRE FREELANCE WRITERS Build A Remote Content Team

  2. narrato CONTENTS Stage 1: Prepare to hire freelance writers Define the scope of content projects Create a brief overview of your content strategy Stage 2: Finding the best freelance writers for your needs Choose your hiring channel Put chosen freelance writers to the test Interview the shortlisted candidates Stage 3: Hiring and onboarding freelance writers Ensure rate alignment with freelance writers Extend an official offer to selected freelance writers Design a seamless onboarding experience

  3. narrato STAGE 1: PREPARE TO HIRE FREELANCE WRITERS

  4. 1. Define the scope of content projects 2. Create a brief overview of your content strategy Outline the specific goals and requirements of your content projects to guide your hiring process Develop a concise document outlining your content strategy Content style & brand guidelines Detailed audience personas Resources Overall content SEO strategy Competitors Content marketing objectives narrato

  5. narrato STAGE 2: FINDING THE BEST FREELANCE WRITERS FOR YOUR NEEDS

  6. Job boards Freelance writer platforms 1. Choose your hiring channel Wide range of freelance writers to choose from Quality-vetted freelance writers; value-added services e.g. Narrato Marketplace Referrals Content Bylines Quora/Reddit Get insight into freelance writer’s skills, reliability, and professionalism Target writers who are already producing content in your niche Find knowledgeable experts or people passionate about a subject

  7. 2. Put chosen freelance writers to the test 3. Interview the shortlisted candidates Assign a small writing task or request writing samples to assess the skills and capabilities of chosen freelance writers Conduct interviews to delve deeper into the writers' experience, work style, and compatibility with your team/project narrato

  8. narrato STAGE 3: HIRING AND ONBOARDING FREELANCE WRITERS

  9. 1. Ensure rate alignment with freelance writers 2. Extend an official offer to the selected freelance writers Consider their experience, expertise, and the complexity of the projects when negotiating rates Formal offer should outline the project details, expectations, timelines, and compensation terms. Be clear about deliverables, deadlines, and any specific requirements narrato

  10. 3. Design a seamless onboarding experience for your freelance writers Your onboarding flow can include – Outline of the step-by-step process Preferred communication channels Examples of reference content Brief overview of your desired tone and style Invoicing process Legal instructions (Contractor Agreement) Internal resources on products/services narrato

  11. THANK YOU Want to learn more about the first and second stages of hiring a freelance writer? Read the complete article on the Narrato blog. https://narrato.io/blog/how-to-hire-freelance-writers-to-build-a-remote-content-team/ narrato

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