{"id":3870,"date":"2025-12-05T15:32:39","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T06:32:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corp.joyn.tokyo\/?post_type=recruit&#038;p=3870"},"modified":"2025-12-18T16:55:16","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T07:55:16","slug":"content-writer","status":"publish","type":"recruit","link":"https:\/\/corp.joyn.tokyo\/en\/recruit\/content-writer\/","title":{"rendered":"Content Writer"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Role Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We are hiring <strong>Native English Content Writers<\/strong> who can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Research and write <strong>well-structured articles and guides<\/strong> About life in Japan (housing, jobs, visas, money, daily life, culture, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn complex topics (visas, contracts, procedures, etc.) into <strong>Simple and accurate explanations<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow our <strong>editorial guidelines and SEO briefs<\/strong>, while maintaining a natural, human voice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work closely with our Media Director \/ Content Lead and deliver on deadlines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This role is perfect for writers who enjoy helping people, know (or want to learn) the realities of life in Japan, and care about quality over clickbait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Write <strong>articles, guides, checklists, and interviews<\/strong> in native-level English<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research topics using reliable sources and, when necessary, simple interviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow content briefs, keyword guidelines, and structure provided by the Content Lead<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-edit for clarity, accuracy, and tone before submitting drafts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise content based on editor feedback and style guidelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Propose new content ideas based on reader needs and search demand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborate with the team via chat and online tools to keep projects moving smoothly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What We\u2019re Looking For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Native-level English<\/strong> writing ability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proven experience as a <strong>Content writer, copywriter, journalist, or similar role<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Portfolio with <strong>published articles in English<\/strong> (blogs, media, company content, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to write <strong>clear, structured, and practical<\/strong> content (not just opinion pieces)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong research skills and attention to detail (no guesswork, no plagiarism)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to meet deadlines and respond to feedback professionally<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nice-to-haves<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Experience living in <strong>Japan<\/strong> or writing about Japan \/ international life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic understanding of <strong>SEO writing<\/strong> (search intent, headings, internal links, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience writing for <strong>expats \/ international audiences<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarity with Notion, Google Docs, or other collaboration tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Working Style &amp; 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