Writing and Branding Manager (EST Time Zone)

Duties/Responsibilities:

• ​​Oversee the management of GR0’s writer network, including supporting the writing coordinators and specialists in title assignment, schedule management, database upkeep, submission errors, feedback communication, and expectation setting.
• Assist in the finding, interviewing, and onboarding of both contractors and employees for the writing & branding department, including AI training and support.
• Support the Director, Writing & Brand Management in ensuring accuracy in department finances, including auditing invoices for accurate completion. 
• Create or commission sample assignments for internal or external use, edit for formatting and content, and provide feedback as necessary before providing samples to clients. 
• Manage special projects and last-minute content assignments.
• Support the creation and improvement of GR0’s sales collateral, assets, and case studies. 
• Support in the maintenance of the GR0 website, continually checking for errors and opportunities to improve and/or update content. 
• Continuously suggest, test, and implement new technologies to improve workflows and efficiency. 
• Oversee GR0’s social media growth and strategy by tracking metrics, pitching new ideas, organizing content creation, and ensuring the content calendar is implemented. 
• Support GR0’s efforts to win awards and accolades via submission creative, outreach, and more.
• Provide cross-departmental branding support, including helping create branded decks and assets. 
• Provide weekly and monthly reporting regarding writer and content output and updates and ongoing projects.  
• Submit client and internal press releases for publication. 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Ensure creation of at least 3 case studies per month
• Project manage all special projects to successful completion
• Limit SEO words moved to the next month to 5% or fewer
• Ensure at least 3 posts go live on GR0's socials per week

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3-4 years of experience in people management, content editing, project management, brand management, or another related field. 
• Strong project management ability and comfortability and confidence managing many separate projects at once ranging from branding to business collateral to editorial projects. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, as this role works closely with every department company-wide, plus a large network of freelance writers, specialists and coordinators. 
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to juggle many projects at once while guiding and training junior team members and contractors along the way. 
• Confidence offering direction, guidance, and solutions to team members and contractors alike, as well as working with senior leadership at the company. 
• Deep familiarity with Google Docs, Sheets, etc. and project management platforms like Monday.com and Notion.
• A critical eye and the ability to ensure cohesion across multiple platforms for one brand. 
• In-depth knowledge of copywriting, editing, and AP Style. 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

What does the hiring process entail?

• Stage 1 (Recruiter Screen) - After you submit your application, our recruitment team will review and reach out to candidates. During this 20-minute phone call, we’ll discuss your career journey and professional motivators while learning about GR0 overall and the position.
• Stage 2 (Hiring Manager & Team Interview) - The first video interview with two to three GR0 team members will involve 30 minutes of diving deeper into the GR0 processes, tools, core values, and company roadmap.
• Stage 3 (Co-Founders Connect) - The last conversation of the interview process is always a chance for you to connect with our CEO and Co-Founder, Kevin Miller, and our President and Co-Founder, Jon Zacharias.
• Stage 4 (Offer) - If a #GR0mance has brewed, we will make you a competitive offer and hope you’ll accept!

What's in it for you?

• Shared Financial Success - GR0 believes strongly in equal pay for equal work, and transparency in compensation is one vehicle to achieve that. Total annual salary for this role is market competitive- $70,000 - $75,000 (commensurated with experience)
• Health and Family Benefits - GR0 offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options for GR0ers and their families.
• Flexible PTO - We know that rest is vital to your well-being and career success, so we give you the flexibility and trust to take it when you need it.
• Community Impact - GR0 is committed to supporting the communities where we work and live by partnering with local charitable organizations to give back in various ways.

ABOUT US:
Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, GR0 is an award-winning digital marketing agency focused exclusively on igniting organic growth for direct-to-consumer and business-to-business startups and established brands. GR0 empowers these brands to build powerful online brands using a highly technical, best-in-class approach that delivers value and experience to consumers, and engagement and sales for brands.

GR0’s notable awards and achievements include: 
Glassdoor’s “Top CEOs” (2021)Clutch’s “Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies” (2022)Comparably’s “Best Places to Work in Los Angeles” (2021, 2022)Comparably’s “Best Company for Career Growth” (2021)Built In’s Moxie Women in Tech Awards (2021, 2022)Great Place to Work (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)DotComm Awards (2023, 2024)Power Partner's (2024)
At GR0, we put our people above all else. We promote an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters openness, and encourages conversations around what makes us different to further learn from one another. GR0 is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Apply