How much do remote writers make?

Remote writers earn $50,000-$150,000+ depending on specialization. Content writers average $58,000, copywriters $75,000, technical writers $90,000, and UX writers $115,000. Specialized B2B SaaS writers and financial writers command $100,000-$150,000. Freelance rates range from $0.15-$1.50/word for content and $100-$300/hour for conversion copywriting. Staff positions include benefits worth $15,000-$25,000 annually.

What types of remote writing jobs exist?

Remote writing roles include content writer, copywriter, technical writer, UX writer, grant writer, medical writer, SEO specialist, email marketer, and ghostwriter. Technical writing and UX writing pay highest at $85,000-$140,000. Content marketing offers the most job volume with 15,000+ openings. Specializing in SaaS, fintech, or healthcare increases rates by 40-60%. Generalist writers earn 30% less than niche specialists.

How do I start a remote writing career?

Build a portfolio with 6-10 writing samples on a personal website (Squarespace or WordPress, $12-$30/month). Write 3 guest posts for industry blogs to establish credibility. Pitch 10 companies per week with personalized samples matching their content style. Join Contently or Skyword marketplaces for steady client flow. Writers who pitch consistently land their first paying client within 4-8 weeks. First remote staff role typically follows within 6-12 months of freelancing.

Do remote writing jobs require a degree?

No degree is required. Hiring managers evaluate writing samples and test assignments, not credentials. English and journalism degrees provide foundational skills but don't guarantee employment. Technical writers benefit from subject expertise (engineering background for API docs, healthcare experience for medical writing). A portfolio with 5 strong samples and measurable results ('Increased organic traffic 200%') outweighs any degree.

What makes a writing portfolio stand out?

Winning portfolios show measurable results: 'This blog post generated 50,000 views' or 'This email sequence converted at 12%.' Include 5-8 samples matching your target niche with clear descriptions of your role and the outcomes achieved. Host on yourname.com—custom domains signal professionalism. Add client testimonials and case studies explaining strategy. Portfolios with quantified results receive 5x more responses than samples-only portfolios.

What is the difference between content writing and copywriting?

Content writing educates and informs—blog posts, articles, guides, ebooks. Copywriting persuades and sells—ads, landing pages, sales emails, product descriptions. Content writers earn $50,000-$85,000; copywriters earn $70,000-$130,000. Copywriting pays more because it directly drives revenue. Direct response copywriters with proven conversion results earn $150,000-$300,000. Master both skills to maximize career flexibility and income.

How do I become a technical writer?

Technical writers create documentation, API references, user guides, and knowledge bases for software products. Learn documentation tools (Confluence, GitBook, ReadMe) and basic Markdown/HTML. Understand API concepts by reading Stripe or Twilio documentation as examples. Document open-source projects to build portfolio samples. Entry-level technical writers earn $65,000-$80,000; senior technical writers earn $95,000-$140,000. Technical background helps but is not required.

How much do freelance writers charge?

Freelance writers charge $0.15-$0.40/word for blog content, $0.30-$1.00/word for B2B copywriting, $75-$200/hour for technical writing, and $200-$500/hour for direct response copywriting. Project rates: $300-$800 for blog posts, $1,000-$3,000 for landing pages, $2,000-$8,000 for white papers. Beginners start at market minimums; rates increase 15-25% annually with proven results. Six-figure freelance incomes require $0.50+/word or premium project rates.

Remote Writing Jobs in Canada (97)

Medical Writer

Everest Clinical Research · Full Time · 21 hours ago

Everest Clinical Research

🌎 Canada 💵 65000 - 100K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Medical Writer

The Medical Writer is responsible for preparing and quality-checking clinical documents, including protocols, CSRs, and scientific publications. They also handle document e-publishing and may serve as a DMC Administrator to coordinate committee meetings and charters.

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Senior Medical Writer

Everest Clinical Research · Full Time · 21 hours ago

Everest Clinical Research

🌎 Canada 💵 90000 - 140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Medical Writer

Author accurate regulatory documents such as CSRs, protocols, and IBs to support clinical trial authorizations and marketing applications. Lead writing projects from initiation to close-out while managing sponsor relationships and performing peer quality reviews.

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Copywriter

OLIVER Agency - North America · Full Time · 22 hours ago

OLIVER Agency - North America

🌎 Canada 💵 80750 - 90250 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Copywriter

Produce high-quality, platform-native copy for social and paid media, including video scripts and campaign concepts for a technology brand. Create bilingual content in English and French Canadian while leveraging Gen AI tools to accelerate ideation and drafting.

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Video Editor – Performance Ads

Kasper · Full Time · Yesterday

Kasper

🌎 Brazil, Canada, United Kingdom 💵 3000 - 5000 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Video Editor

Produce and edit short-form performance videos optimized for Meta and Google platforms. Collaborate with creative teams to develop high-impact narratives and visuals that increase CTR and conversion rates.

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Social Media Content Specialist - English + other languages - Remote

dentsu · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

dentsu

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $12 - $16 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Moderate and respond to comments across client social channels while maintaining a unique brand voice. Write engaging content to spark conversations and ensure online communities remain safe and respectful.

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Content Marketing Lead

HelloKindred · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

HelloKindred

🌎 Canada ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Writing

The role serves as an editor-in-chief to shape a global content marketing and publishing program for the Financial Services business. Responsibilities include managing an editorial calendar, supervising content operations, and collaborating with subject matter experts to create insightful articles and reports.

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Proposal Writer

Homewood Health Centre · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Homewood Health Centre

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Manage the end-to-end proposal process, including writing, content development, and coordination with internal stakeholders to create client-focused submissions. Conduct searches for RFPs on Canadian bid sites and maintain the organizational proposal content library.

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Senior Medical Writer- Clinical Focus

Veristat · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Veristat

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $116K - $128K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Medical Writer

The Senior Medical Writer leads the authorship of clinical regulatory documents and manages smaller projects while supporting larger engagements. They interface directly with clients to ensure goals are met and maintain professional business relationships.

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Sr. Medical Writer (CA)

Reverba Global · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Reverba Global

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Medical Writer

Develop clear and accurate scientific content across various medical communication deliverables while ensuring strategic alignment and scientific integrity. Lead assigned projects, manage client expectations, and mentor junior medical writers.

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Editor (Contract Role)

Forge Performance Group · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Forge Performance Group

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

The Editor will drive the editorial funnel by pitching and shaping high-performing digital content for RealAgriculture.com. They are responsible for sourcing guests, monitoring industry trends, and collaborating across multimedia platforms to maintain the site's authority.

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Senior Editor, CMO

Black & White Zebra · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Black & White Zebra

🌎 Canada 💵 120K - 150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

Lead the editorial strategy to grow a community-powered media brand for marketing leaders through authoritative, practitioner-led content. Manage the creation and distribution of content across newsletters, podcasts, video, and social media to drive subscriber growth and topical authority.

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Senior Editor, CTO

Black & White Zebra · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Black & White Zebra

🌎 Canada 💵 120K - 150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

Lead the growth of a community-powered media brand by creating authoritative, practitioner-led content across newsletters, video, podcasts, and social media. Develop decision-support editorial experiences that help technology leaders navigate AI adoption, scalability, and engineering leadership.

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Senior Editor, People Managing People

Black & White Zebra · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Black & White Zebra

🌎 Canada 💵 120K - 150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

Lead the editorial strategy to grow a community-powered media brand for HR and people leaders through multi-channel content. Create decision-support editorial experiences across newsletters, podcasts, and video to increase subscriber growth and topical authority.

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Spécialiste, rédaction de propositions/Proposal Writer Specialist

Indero · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Indero

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Responsible for developing and writing scientific and technical content for study proposals and responding to RFIs. Coordinates with internal subject matter experts and external KOLs to ensure accurate, compelling, and compliant proposal documents.

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Part- Time, Live Data Production Editor, Sports

The Nielsen Company · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

The Nielsen Company

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

The role involves monitoring and recording live sports statistics into specialized software to ensure accurate metadata for video platforms. The editor is responsible for maintaining quality standards and reporting any data issues to management.

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Senior Medical Writer - Safety Focus

Veristat · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Veristat

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $116K - $128K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Medical Writer

The role involves authoring various aggregate safety reports and serving as a project lead for smaller engagements. The writer will interface directly with clients and collaborate with larger delivery teams on complex projects.

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Digital Marketing & Content Specialist

Plugable Technologies · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Plugable Technologies

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Manage and grow the company's presence across social media, email, and community channels to build engagement with prosumers and IT administrators. Translate technical product specifications into engaging content and lead cross-channel activation for new product launches.

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Bilingual Technical Editor (Contractor/Freelance)

CWB Group · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

CWB Group

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

The Bilingual Technical Editor maintains technical writing and translation standards to ensure continuity between English and French copy. Responsibilities include editing materials for style guide compliance, managing the French lexicon, and collaborating with subject matter experts.

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Content Strategist + Producer

HighlightTA · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

HighlightTA

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Strategist

The role involves owning the end-to-end production of written, video, and creative content across multiple digital channels. It also requires developing content strategies for B2B personas and leveraging AI tools to optimize brand growth and engagement.

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Senior Clinical Editor

ICON plc · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

ICON plc

🌎 Canada, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

Responsible for ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and quality of scientific documents and publications related to clinical trials. This includes editing regulatory submissions, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with industry guidelines.

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Technical Writer

Sigma Software · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Sigma Software

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Technical Writer

Develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation for security-focused SaaS products in the AdTech ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product usability and align educational content with business goals.

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Live Data Production Editor, Sports

The Nielsen Company · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

The Nielsen Company

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

The role involves monitoring and recording live sports statistics into specialized software to ensure accurate video metadata. The editor is responsible for maintaining quality standards and reporting issues to management in a timely manner.

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Senior Editor & Media Advisor

Ratehub · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Ratehub

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

Serve as the primary subject matter expert for mortgages and real estate, producing high-quality content and representing the brand in media interviews. Lead the editorial strategy, managing content calendars and overseeing the work of staff writers and freelancers.

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Associate Director, Content Marketing

World Education Services · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

World Education Services

🌎 Canada 💵 102K - 130K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Oversee B2B and B2C content marketing programs to drive revenue and enhance the digital customer experience across multiple channels. Manage a Content Marketing Analyst and collaborate with enterprise communications to execute distribution strategies and data-driven campaigns.

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Managing Editor, MoneySense

Ratehub · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Ratehub

🌎 Canada 💵 100K - 150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

The Managing Editor will own the end-to-end editorial output, bridging journalism with data-driven product strategies to build a credible content engine. Responsibilities include managing the editorial calendar, leading original reporting, and optimizing content performance for search and generative engines.

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Senior Editor

Postmedia Network Inc. · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Postmedia Network Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 65000 - 75000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

Write daily news items on key global stories using multiple sources to create compelling copy. Provide editing relief for daily news and feature stories from other teams as needed.

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Social Media Content Marketing Intern

NetEase Games · Internship · 1 Week Ago

NetEase Games

🌎 Canada, United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Support social media content planning and trend monitoring across platforms like X, TikTok, and Discord to engage gaming audiences. Assist in influencer research and performance analysis to optimize global marketing campaigns for Where Winds Meet.

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Senior Content Marketing Manager

Kalepa · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Kalepa

🌎 Canada 💵 $130K - $148K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Marketing Manager

Own the content strategy and thought leadership programs to establish the company as a trusted voice in AI and insurance. Create high-quality content across various formats and channels while tracking performance to refine growth and pipeline strategies.

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Senior Proposal Writer

CallTower, Inc. · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

CallTower, Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 $87000 - $103K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Lead the end-to-end development of high-impact RFP/RFI responses and win strategies for CX, CCaaS, AI, and UCaaS markets. Manage contractual documents and ensure legal compliance across all client-facing proposals and agreements.

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Senior Proposal Writer

CallTower, Inc. · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

CallTower, Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 $87000 - $103K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Lead the end-to-end development of high-impact proposals and win strategies for CX, CCaaS, and UCaaS markets. Manage contractual documents and ensure legal compliance across all client-facing submissions.

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