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Elastic · 3 months ago

Manager - Writer & Copy Editor

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$107K/yr - $169K/yr

5+ years exp

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time using their data at scale. They are seeking a Writer & Copy Editor (Manager) to craft and refine content that defines their platform and brand, ensuring alignment with editorial standards and brand voice.

AnalyticsCloud ComputingOpen SourceSaaSSearch EngineSoftware

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Write and edit high-impact content tailored to all our audiences, from developers to business leaders, including blogs, customer stories, bylines, and op-eds

Serve as the copy editor across our newsroom hub, ensuring quality, consistency, grammar, Pitch and develop story ideas aligned with Tech Brew’s editorial goals

Conduct research, interviews, and reporting to produce original content when needed

Conduct research and interviews with Elastic's experts, customers, and community members to develop authentic stories

Partner with PR, campaigns, product marketing, and social media to ensure content aligns with launches, events, and broader comms priorities

Qualification

Copy-editing skillsProfessional writing experienceResearchInterviewingProject management skillsCreativityAttention to detailAdaptability

Required

A deep interest and expertise in tech news and feature writing and have a recent background in journalism with at least 5–7+ years of professional writing and editing experience

Exceptional writing experience with the ability to adapt your style and edit for another person's voice

Strong copy-editing skills, with a sharp attention to detail, grammar, clarity, and flow

Strong project management skills, with experience building schedules, managing deadlines, and coordinating reviews across stakeholders

Are energized by Elastic's open-source roots and excited to tell stories about how our community and customers use our technology to solve real-world problems