Specialized content and writing recruitment
Content talent that makes complex ideas clear
With more than a decade of experience as a creative agency and recruiting partner working with leading tech companies, we know what compelling content looks like and the kind of people it takes to create and manage it.
Why content expertise matters in tech
Content roles require turning complex ideas into clear, useful communication that supports both technical and business audiences. In tech, where products and concepts can be difficult to explain, strong content helps make information easier to understand.
RECRUITING SERVICES FOR CONTENT AND WRITING ROLES
Content and writing roles we fill
We connect companies with content professionals across strategy, editorial, and execution. As a content marketing staffing partner, we support both long-term hires and interim roles, including:
Content leadership and strategy
- Head of content
- Director of content
- Editorial director
- Director of content marketing
- Content lead
Content strategy and planning
- Senior content strategist
- Content strategist
- Senior content marketing manager
- Content marketing manager
- Content program manager
- Editorial manager
- Managing editor
Content creation and writing
- Senior copywriter
- Copywriter
- Senior content writer
- Content writer
- Blog writer
- Brand writer
- Marketing copywriter
- Website copywriter
Technical and product writing
- Senior technical writer
- Technical writer
- API documentation writer
- UX writer
- Content designer
- Product content strategist
SEO and growth content
- SEO content strategist
- SEO content manager
- SEO content specialist
Campaign and channel content
- Email copywriter
- Lifecycle content manager
- Social media copywriter
- Campaign content manager
Brand and messaging
- Brand voice and messaging strategist
- Messaging strategist
- Communications writer
Client spotlight
Microsoft Research Accelerator and Media teams
Microsoft Research needed expert creative, marketing, events, and project management staffing to help showcase their cutting-edge research projects. 2A Works recruited exceptional contractors experienced in transforming complex technical subjects into engaging narratives.
Over time, this partnership has grown to include nearly twenty 2A consultants in roles such as writers, video editors, graphic designers, podcast producers, event managers, content managers, and content marketers.
Thanks to a longstanding collaboration, along with excellent benefits and ongoing consultant support, 2A Works has achieved exceptional retention across the team. This consistency helps our consultants create engaging, high-quality content and run seamless events that showcase innovation at Microsoft Research.
Why choose 2A Works
Content expertise meets thoughtful recruiting
Experience with content teams
As a recruiting partner to leading tech companies, and through our work as a creative agency producing content for those teams, we have a clear perspective on what strong content looks like in practice. That experience helps us evaluate candidates based on how they think, write, and shape ideas for different audiences.
Consultative matchmaking
Content hiring requires more than reviewing resumes and writing samples. Our recruiters take a hands-on approach to understand your brand voice, content goals, and how your team works, then match you with candidates that can contribute effectively. The result is a smoother hiring process and stronger, longer-term fits.
A people-first philosophy
We build strong relationships across the content and marketing community by treating people with care and transparency. Our reputation, industry knowledge, and candidate-first approach help us connect you with content professionals who are selective about where they work and trust us to guide their next move. For contract roles, we also offer standout benefits that help us attract and retain top-tier talent.
A few of the clients we support
Collaboration that drives better teams
Client satisfaction
Overall experience
Agency communication
Candidate quality
Candidate diversity
Contracts extended or converted to full-time
A reliable partner with a deep understanding of our industry and hiring needs, 2A identified highly qualified candidates for our open roles and provided strong end-to-end support throughout the hiring process. The whole team truly values the partnership.
Jeremy C.
Content publishing manager, Microsoft Research
2A Works is a responsive and flexible partner, and I appreciate the level of support they provide to their consultants. It's clear they invest in the people they work with, and that commitment creates a positive experience for everyone involved. Their team is easy to work with, highly communicative, and provides experienced, high-quality talent.
Gerard M.
Partner program director, AI Business Solutions (Modern Work + Business Applications)
We were facing an uphill battle to rebrand our organization, build a net-new website, and develop a marketing strategy that would tie everything together. Our consultant from 2A Works created a plan to point us in the right direction and worked super fast to get us ready for launch.
Jennifer S.
Executive director of continuing education, Bellevue College
How it works
-
1. Tell us who you need
Tell us about your content needs, team structure, and what success looks like in the role.
-
2. Evaluate your short list
Review the candidates we’ve handpicked to meet your specific requirements.
-
3. Interview your top picks
Select who you want to talk to and we’ll coordinate the rest.
-
4. Make a selection
Choose the candidate(s) who best fit your team and goals.
-
5. Welcome your new teammate
Work with your new collaborator to drive impact.
Hiring?
Frequently asked questions
What makes 2A Works different from other writing and content marketing staffing agencies?
Alongside our recruiting work, we operate a creative agency producing content for leading tech companies. That experience gives us a clear perspective on what strong content looks like in practice and how to identify candidates who can contribute effectively across writing, content marketing, and content management roles.
What types of roles does your writing and content marketing staffing company specialize in?
We support a range of roles across writing, content marketing, and content leadership, from individual contributors to senior positions. This includes content writers, content marketing managers, content managers, and leadership roles through our content director and editorial lead recruitment work. We also support interim and contract needs, including interim content manager roles for teams in transition.
How does your recruitment agency find talent that understands technology?
With over a decade of experience supporting tech clients, we specialize in placing candidates who have experience working in tech environments and are comfortable engaging with complex products and concepts. That includes professionals who can work closely with product, engineering, and marketing teams and communicate effectively across those groups.
Do you offer both content marketing staffing and recruitment services?
Yes. We offer both contract staffing and full-time recruiting, depending on your needs. As a writing and content marketing staffing partner, we also support interim and contract roles, including interim content manager placements and flexible hiring options for growing teams.
What are the benefits of working with a specialized writing and content marketing recruiter instead of a general recruitment agency?
We’ve spent more than 10 years recruiting for roles across the tech industry, and we hire for our own creative agency as well. That experience gives us a clear understanding of how content roles vary across teams and what to look for beyond titles or surface-level experience.
Can your writing and content marketing recruiters help fill leadership roles like Content Director or Editorial Lead?
Yes. We support leadership hiring across content and writing, including roles such as Content Director, Editorial Lead, and other senior positions. We tailor our approach to leadership searches with additional consultation, careful scoping, and a targeted outreach strategy.
How fast can your recruitment company fill open marketing roles?
Once we’ve aligned on the role and requirements, we typically present a shortlist of vetted candidates within two to 10 days. Timelines can vary based on role complexity and your internal hiring process.
What’s your replacement policy if a hire doesn’t work out?
If a placed candidate leaves or is not a fit within the first 90 days, we’ll replace them at no additional cost. You’ll continue working with the same recruiter to ensure consistency and a smooth handoff.
How does your recruitment agency vet candidates before shortlisting them for open client roles?
All shortlisted candidates are phone screened by our experienced recruiters to confirm their skills, background, communication abilities, and fit for the role. Depending on the position, we may also review portfolios, request work samples, or use technical assessments to evaluate capabilities.
For creative roles, we draw on more than a decade of experience evaluating designers, writers, and marketing professionals. In addition to reviewing portfolios, our recruiters assess brand voice, visual style, and industry context to ensure each candidate aligns with your team’s goals and aesthetic.
How does 2A Works recruit diverse talent?
We take a thoughtful, proactive approach to building diverse teams. That includes writing inclusive job descriptions, sourcing from diverse candidate networks, and actively reviewing our process to reduce bias. We also build long-term relationships with professionals from underrepresented backgrounds to expand access and representation across our talent pool.
What information do your recruiters need to get started?
To kick off a search, we’ll need details about the role’s responsibilities, required experience, target compensation, and whether it’s remote, hybrid, or in-person. We also work to understand your team’s workflow, brand voice, and goals, because the more context we have, the better equipped we are to find the right fit.