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 (100)

Proposal Writer Specialist/Spécialiste, rédaction de propositions

Indero · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Indero

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing

The Proposal Writer Specialist is responsible for developing and writing scientific and technical content for study proposals while coordinating input from internal subject matter experts. They also manage proposal templates, maintain RFI repositories, and ensure all proposal documentation meets quality and compliance standards.

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FREELANCE CART WRITER 12 APPLICANTS

Canadian Hearing Services · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Canadian Hearing Services

🌎 Canada 💵 85 - 150 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing

Provide confidential real-time language transcription for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in various community settings. Utilize captioning platforms and meeting software to ensure accurate communication access.

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Content Marketing Manager 11 APPLICANTS

Federato · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Federato

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $130K - $145K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Marketing Manager

As a Content Marketing Manager, you will create and optimize impactful content across multiple channels. You will collaborate with marketing teams to build brand awareness and drive inbound traffic.

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Branded Content Editor

Postmedia Network Inc. · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Postmedia Network Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 50000 - 60000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Editor

The Branded Content Editor is responsible for managing the ideation and execution of branded content campaigns, working closely with sales to pitch content products and collaborating on content strategy development. Key duties include project managing content executions across multiple platforms and overseeing the work of content creators while ensuring quality control.

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Branded Content Editor

Postmedia Network Inc. · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Postmedia Network Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 50000 - 60000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Editor

The Branded Content Editor is responsible for managing the ideation and execution of branded content campaigns, working closely with sales to pitch content products and collaborating on content strategy development. Key duties include project managing content executions across multiple platforms and overseeing the creative and production process with various internal and external teams.

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Contract Grant Writer 1845 APPLICANTS

Asian Connections Hub · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Asian Connections Hub

🌎 Canada, United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Grant Writer

The Grant Writer will research and identify public and private funding opportunities aligned with the organization's mission and draft persuasive, well-structured grant narratives using superior prose and effective storytelling. Key duties include ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting research to strengthen applications, and analyzing outcomes for future improvements.

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Senior Medical Writer

Everest Clinical Research · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Everest Clinical Research

🌎 Canada 💵 100K - 140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Medical Writer

The Senior Medical Writer will author accurate documents supporting regulatory submissions and clinical trial activities, including protocols, CSRs, and safety reports, while developing initial document drafts adhering to style guides. They will also lead writing projects from initiation to closeout, acting as the primary contact for client relationship management and quality deliverables.

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Medical Writer

Everest Clinical Research · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Everest Clinical Research

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

The Medical Writer will perform internal Quality Control (QC) procedures for various clinical documents and act as a lead writer in preparing clinical documents or scientific publications, adhering to established timelines and styles. Responsibilities also include performing literature searches, document e-publishing, and potentially serving as a Data Monitoring Committee (DMC) Administrator or Secretary.

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Marketing Copywriter

Sherweb · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Sherweb

🌎 Canada 💵 48020 - 68600 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Copywriter

The Marketing Copywriter will develop and create high-quality marketing copy across various channels like websites, blogs, emails, and social media, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines. This role involves collaborating with the creative team, optimizing content for SEO, and supporting stakeholders with presentations.

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Journalist

Postmedia Network Inc. · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Postmedia Network Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 34230 - 42000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Journalist

The journalist will be responsible for reporting and writing stories tailored for print, web, and mobile audiences, while also initiating and developing ideas for daily coverage, enterprise stories, and investigative projects. Key duties include cultivating sources to reflect Huron County and taking photographs to illustrate local events and news stories.

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Conceptual Copywriter

Superside · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Superside

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Copywriter

The Conceptual Copywriter will ideate and execute creative work across multiple channels, serving as a trusted creative partner for enterprise cybersecurity customers by developing concept-driven and performance-focused copy. This involves creating compelling copy for campaigns across digital advertising, landing pages, email, and social platforms while translating complex industry concepts into clear messaging.

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Data Annotation Specialist, Simplified Chinese / Mandarin Writer

Cohere · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Cohere

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing

The specialist will be responsible for labeling, ranking, auditing, and correcting machine learning data, primarily text output, with advanced proficiency in Chinese to improve Large Language Model performance. This includes evaluating responses based on project guidelines and recommending optimizations for data quality.

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Digital Editor, Senior

Postmedia Network Inc. · · 13 Weeks Ago

Postmedia Network Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 65000 - 70000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

The Digital Editor will manage the newsroom’s digital operations, including the website, newsletters, and social media channels, while using analytics to inform newsroom decision-making. This role involves innovating new ways to present content across digital platforms and acting as the digital lead in chain-wide meetings and training sessions.

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Digital Editor, Senior

Postmedia Network Inc. · · 13 Weeks Ago

Postmedia Network Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 65000 - 70000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Writing Editor

This role involves managing the newsroom’s digital operations, including the website, newsletters, and social media channels, while using analytics to guide newsroom decision-making. The Digital Editor will also innovate new ways to present content across digital platforms and act as the digital lead in chain-wide meetings.

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Technical Digital Content Writer

Graphite · · 14 Weeks Ago

Graphite

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

The Technical Content Writer will be responsible for producing engaging and premium content tailored for targeted audiences, which includes creating impactful, objective-oriented content for clients and brands. Responsibilities also involve researching, brainstorming, pitching article topics, and ensuring content accuracy through fact-checking, proofreading, and editing.

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Math Localization Content Editor, Videos, UK (Freelance)

IXL Learning · · 14 Weeks Ago

IXL Learning

🌎 Canada, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Editor

The editor will review IXL math video content, suggesting necessary adaptations for the UK edition, focusing on British English conventions, cultural relevance, and adherence to grade-level appropriateness and pedagogical standards. Responsibilities also include ensuring overall quality and consistency of the math content and answering queries related to British English and UK curriculum.

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Math Localization Content Editor, Videos, Australia (Freelance)

IXL Learning · · 14 Weeks Ago

IXL Learning

🌎 Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Editor

The editor will review IXL math video content, suggesting necessary adaptations for the Australian edition, focusing on linguistic correctness, cultural relevance, and adherence to grade-level appropriateness and pedagogical conventions. Responsibilities also include ensuring overall quality and consistency of the math content for Australia and answering related queries.

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SEO & Content Marketing Specialist (Part-Time, Remote) 45 APPLICANTS

Cloudcure · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Cloudcure

🌎 Canada 💵 25 - 30 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Marketing Specialist

The specialist will be responsible for researching, writing, and optimizing SEO-driven content across the website and blog, focusing on keyword research, structured writing, and technical optimization. Key tasks include conducting keyword research, creating SEO-optimized content, and ensuring all patient-friendly content is medically accurate and compliant.

content-marketing seo medical publishing operations keyword-research

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DOCUMENTATION AND IV EXECUTION LEAD

Project Delivery Partners · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Project Delivery Partners

🌎 Canada 💵 230K - 260K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Writing

The Lead is responsible for implementing and supporting CQ related Documentation within the KNEAT Platform, including oversight, development, and execution of various documentation types like URS, TS, FS, and post-execution approvals (FAT, SAT, IV, IQ, OQ). Key duties involve meeting project milestones, managing documentation lifecycle, coordinating approvals across disciplines, and ensuring adherence to schedule, quality, and GDP compliance.

forecasting project-management training documentation compliance

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Freelance Copy Writer - Travel/Cruise SME (Canada)

Brafton · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Brafton

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing

The writer will be responsible for researching, creating, and revising high-quality, SEO-optimized content for travel industry clients, adhering strictly to client checklists for style and structure. This involves working with project managers and strategists while tracking production work using an in-house system.

content-marketing seo editing creative media english project-management

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Senior Medical Writer [Medical Communications/Publications]

Citrus Health Group, Inc · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Citrus Health Group, Inc

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

The Senior Medical Writer is responsible for developing and delivering high-quality scientific content while ensuring project timelines and budgets are met. This includes researching content areas, incorporating stakeholder feedback, and collaborating with team members as needed.

editing medical communication feedback science

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Data Annotation Specialist - German Writer/Translator

Cohere · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Cohere

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Translator

The specialist will be responsible for labeling, ranking, auditing, and correcting text output to improve Large Language Model performance, requiring advanced proficiency in Modern Standard German writing and translation.

machine-learning creative feedback operations training german

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Youtube Video Editor

Healthpreneur · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Healthpreneur

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Writing Video Editor

Edit and optimize long-form and short-form video content for clients’ YouTube channels, ensuring videos are polished and engaging. Manage multiple client projects while adhering to brand guidelines and delivering on time.

social-media editing media music english communication feedback

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Founding Technical Writer (US & Canada) 15 APPLICANTS

Infisical · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Infisical

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

The Founding Technical Writer will own the documentation, guides, and materials for Infisical, helping developers succeed with the product. This role involves creating educational materials and collaborating with engineering and marketing teams.

security communication computer-science science software-engineering documentation

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Content Specialist

Civitech · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Civitech

🌎 Canada, Georgia, Germany, Israel, United States 💵 $60000 - $87000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing

The Content Specialist will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a variety of content to support sales and marketing initiatives. This includes managing deadlines and collaborating with various teams to ensure timely content release.

editing data-science saas communication feedback leadership hiring

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Content Creator (Model)

Orca Communications · Full Time · 24 Weeks Ago

Orca Communications

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Creator

The role involves crafting a unique brand as a content creator and producing engaging videos and photos. Additionally, it includes connecting with followers and participating in creative collaborations.

social-media creative media english hiring

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Content Creator (Model)

Orca Communications · Full Time · 24 Weeks Ago

Orca Communications

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Creator

The role involves crafting a unique brand as a content creator by producing engaging videos and photos. Additionally, the position includes connecting with audiences and growing followers through creative collaborations.

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Content Creator (Model)

Orca Communications · Full Time · 24 Weeks Ago

Orca Communications

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Creator

The role involves crafting a unique brand as a content creator, producing engaging videos and photos, and learning to grow a social media following. Additionally, the position includes participating in creative brainstorms and collaborations.

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Content Creator (Model)

Orca Communications · Full Time · 24 Weeks Ago

Orca Communications

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Creator

The role involves crafting a unique brand as a content creator, including snapping, shooting, and sharing engaging videos and photos. Additionally, the position includes learning to connect with audiences and grow followers.

social-media creative media english hiring

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Content Creator (Model)

Orca Communications · Full Time · 24 Weeks Ago

Orca Communications

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Writing Content Creator

The role involves crafting a unique brand as a content creator, producing engaging videos and photos, and learning to connect with and grow an audience. Additionally, the position includes participating in creative brainstorms and collaborations to enhance brand visibility.

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