Digital Content Specialist

Are you looking for a way to combine your passion for writing and editing with your interest in digital marketing? The Digital Content Specialist role at BluShark Digital might be perfect for you! Whether you are looking to develop valuable content or love the puzzle of finding the perfect keyword, BluShark Digital is looking for someone who is hungry for intellectual stimulation and outside the box thinking.

BluShark prides itself on being an agency that puts its clients first. We are dedicated to developing innovative, practical, and successful Search Engine Optimization solutions for businesses, no matter their size or practice. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., we work to help businesses stand out online and we bring more than just leads – we bring results. 

In this position, you would have the ability to edit high quality short, medium, and long-form copy that incorporates SEO best practices. Providing support to several client accounts, the Digital Content Specialist manages the pipeline and development process for pages, blogs, and interview transcriptions ultimately publishing them live on WordPress sites.

While marketing experience is a plus, we also understand that people come across content development from many walks of life. We pride ourselves on tailoring our positions to fit the unique abilities of each team member for our clients. The most important things to bring to this position are a willingness to learn, a desire to see projects through to the finish line, and a Sherlock Holmes eye for detail. 

We have identified the following characteristics that are necessary to be successful in the role:

• Passion for editing
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Reliable and hardworking
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment 
• Willing and eager to learn
• Positive attitude 
• A sense of humor (& a great library of gifs)

In our hiring process, each resume and writing sample will be reviewed by our recruiting team. Please be sure to include your favorite color in the cover letter portion of the application. Selected candidates will participate in a quick, 15-minute phone interview, which is a great chance to make a positive first impression. We expect you will research a little about who we are and what we do prior to your phone interview. Candidates will be further reviewed, and top applicants will be invited for an in-person interview. In the next step of the application process, selected candidates will be invited to complete a hands-on skills test. The final candidates will be invited back for a shadow, offering insight into the position’s day to day responsibilities.

Our process takes a great deal of time for us, and we ask you to dedicate yours as well. BluShark is devoted to recruiting talented team members who can grow in their positions and flourish within the firm by displaying a dedication to high performance, self-discipline, and motivation to gain more responsibility.

At BluShark Digital, we believe our core values of innovation, collaboration, and a focus on our greater community help us reach our goals and guide us in the right direction. Our employees begin with a 90-day probationary period and are offered health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid holiday/sick/vacation days.