Lead Copywriter

GitHub is hiring a Lead Copywriter to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead Copywriter, you'll tell clear, compelling stories that inform and engage. This is a freelance, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — Anywhere in the US). About the role You'll tell clear, compelling stories that inform and engage, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Optimize content for search and clarity • Manage an editorial calendar • Maintain a consistent voice and style • Write and edit content for a range of audiences • Collaborate with subject-matter experts What we offer: • Home office and wellness stipends • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Paid parental leave • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • Generous paid time off and company holidays How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. GitHub is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • A portfolio of published work • SEO awareness is a plus • Attention to detail • Excellent writing and editing skills Nice to have: • Familiarity with modern collaboration tools (Slack, Notion, Linear) • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing