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- $17 - $20 an hour
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- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
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Staff Writer

NERUS Strategies, LLC -
Salem, OR

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $20 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Gym membership
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

AP style
Microsoft Excel
Customer service
Writing skills
Copy editing
Technical writing
Proofreading
Editing
Copywriting

Full Job Description

Location: Salem, OR
Schedule: Full-time, In-Office (M–F, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, No Weekends)
Compensation: $17–$20 per hour, DOE

About the Role

We’re looking for a talented and versatile Staff Writer to join our Salem-based team. In this role, you’ll write engaging, accurate, and polished content that highlights small and medium-sized businesses across more than 50 markets in the United States. From short business spotlights to in-depth paid features, you’ll help tell the stories of local businesses that are making an impact in their communities.

What You’ll Do

Write short business profiles using information provided by clients or sourced from their websites and social media.
Create longer paid features for both print and digital publications by:

Interviewing business owners and representatives.

Researching businesses online to gather background and context.

Editing and refining client-provided stories to meet internal editorial standards.

Write in a clear, engaging, and professional style tailored for both advertising and editorial contexts.
Ensure all copy aligns with AP Style guidelines.
Manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What We’re Looking For

1–3 years of professional writing, ad copy, or journalism experience (internships and college writing experience considered).
Strong grammar, spelling, and editing skills.
Familiarity with AP Style and ability to adapt to internal editorial standards.
Experience writing for small business, marketing, advertising, or community publications is a plus.
Ability to conduct professional interviews and distill key messages into compelling copy.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once.
A portfolio or writing samples that showcase ad-style, feature, or profile writing.

Benefits & Perks

$17–$20 per hour, DOE.
Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Company-sponsored gym membership.
Work on diverse projects across a wide range of industries and markets.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off

Experience:

Editing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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