Chicago , Illinois
|Remote
|Contract
Chicago, Illinois
|Remote
|Contract
Join a collaborative creative team as a versatile freelance marketing copywriter supporting digital ad campaigns, content organization, and video storytelling. This remote, ongoing part-time opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented writer who enjoys creating compelling short-form content and helping keep projects moving across multiple channels.
Responsibilities
- Write and edit short-form marketing copy for email, social media, digital ads, print, and direct mail
- Develop headlines, promotional messaging, and content variations from campaign briefs
- Support membership, education, event, and awareness initiatives with clear, audience-focused copy
- Adapt messaging for a range of professional audiences, including physicians, residents, and medical students
- Review interview footage and help identify compelling clips, quotes, and moments for promotional use
- Assist with organizing video assets and shaping storylines for video-based campaigns
- Contribute to research, brainstorming, discussion guides, talking points, and interview preparation materials
- Maintain tracking spreadsheets, update content databases, and help organize campaign assets
- Support content documentation and day-to-day workflow coordination across the creative team
Skills
- 3+ years of experience in marketing copywriting, content marketing, or a related field
- Strong short-form writing and editing skills with the ability to create polished, engaging content
- Experience writing for digital channels such as email, social media, and advertising
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Comfort using Excel and managing multiple priorities simultaneously
- Ability to work independently while adapting to shifting needs and deadlines
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience supporting video content production or storytelling
- Familiarity with content asset management and campaign tracking
- Experience using AI tools for research, proofreading, or content development
- Background working with association, membership, nonprofit, healthcare, or professional audiences
- Familiarity with Descript or similar video editing platforms
Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued. We believe equity and belonging strengthen creativity, collaboration, and the quality of the work we deliver.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.