Freelance German Content Writer (10–15h/week) – Remote

Job description
Intro

Are you a native-German writer with experience crafting compelling content on topics like sales, consulting, and HR? Do you thrive on creating engaging materials for professional audiences, especially senior leaders?

As an German Content Writer, you’ll become a vital member of our dynamic content team at SAWOO. Your work will drive engagement, support community growth, and amplify the voices of thought leaders across multiple industries. From podcasts and case studies to LinkedIn posts and newsletters, your writing will make an impact across diverse formats and platforms.

Start Date:

We’re looking for someone who can start ASAP – ideally no later than May 31st, 2025.

About Us:

SAWOO is a fast-growing, remote-first company headquartered in Munich, with a 15-person team spread across six countries.

We specialize in building and managing professional communities for decision-makers in medium and large companies, helping them grow through collaborative learning and networking.

We organize in-person and virtual networking events, conferences, podcasts, and peer groups. We also operate websites, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp channels where we publish custom content like posts, newsletters, and blog articles, connecting thousands of professionals globally.

Our portfolio includes 10 communities tailored to executives from leading companies such as BCG, EY, Bosch, Porsche, Lufthansa, BMW, Amazon, Siemens, and more.

Our mission: Build communities with 2 million active members by 2034.

Examples of our communities:
• LEADERS IN CONSULTING
• The Procurement Initiative
• CYBER INSURANCE LEADERS

Some of our clients:

PwC, Bitkom, H&Z Consulting, EGYM Wellpass, EMERAM Capital.

Your tasks
• Create In-Depth Content: Write detailed case studies based on insights from podcast interviews with industry leaders.
• Repurpose Long-Form Content: Transform podcasts and case studies into impactful LinkedIn posts and newsletter articles.
• Craft Engaging Newsletters: Compose email newsletters that keep community members informed and inspired.
• Support Podcast Production: Prepare episode titles, descriptions, show notes, and pre-interview agendas to maximize guest insights.

Your profile
• Availability: You can dedicate 10–15 hours per week on a regular basis. You must be available for a minimum of 40 hours per month.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of content writing experience in digital media (blogs, newsletters, social media posts, etc.).
• Language Skills: Native proficiency in German is mandatory.
• Design Savvy: Comfortable using basic design tools like Canva.
• Tech-Savvy: Familiar with GenAI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to boost writing quality and productivity.
• SEO Awareness: Basic knowledge of on-page SEO best practices.
• Commitment: Flexible, reliable, and willing to take on additional tasks in exceptional situations.

Note: Both parties must also provide a notice of 2 months should either with to end the collaboration.

Benefits
• Workload security: Regardless of workload, we guarantee to pay you for a minimum of 30 hours each month as a retainer.
• Remote-First Work Culture: Join a diverse, international team spread across 6 countries – working fully remote.
• Flexible Hours: Set your own schedule to fit your life.
• Take Ownership: Bring your ideas to life. If you take initiative, you’ll earn more responsibility and opportunities for growth.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with passionate A-players who support and uplift one another.
• Impactful Work: Help build professional communities and influence the growth journeys of top executives.
• Career Insights: Learn first-hand how a modern, high-growth company operates, collaborating with renowned clients like Bitkom and H&Z Consulting.

Curious about our culture? Dive into our Value Pillars to see how we bring our values to life every day.

Outro

Ready to join us?

If you’re passionate about writing and want to grow within a fast-paced, international environment, we want to hear from you!

Please apply with your CV and cover letter in ENGLISH only.

Applications in other languages or without a cover letter will not be considered.