Freelance Financial Services Writer and Editor

RP3 Agency
Freelance engagement | Hours and schedule to be confirmed as scope is finalized

About the role

RP3 is seeking a Freelance Financial Services Writer and Editor to support a financial services client. You will combine financial insight, executive ghostwriting, and storytelling to create substantive articles and concise social content that makes complex subjects interesting and accessible. A financial background and strong financial acumen are required.

Anticipated work:

• Write and edit 4–6 CEO LinkedIn posts annually, capturing the executive’s perspective and voice.
• Develop 4–6 employee Q&As annually, shaping expert perspectives into clear, engaging stories.
• Write and edit substantive financial articles and shorter social posts for different audiences and channels.
• Potentially adapt podcast transcripts into LinkedIn articles and other content. The client plans 26 podcasts in 2027; adaptation volume and deliverables are still being defined.
• Prepare questions and conduct interviews with executives and subject matter experts if included in the agreed scope.
• Research and verify financial information, quotations, and sources; preserve meaning and attribution when editing.
• Work with RP3 and client reviewers, incorporate editorial and compliance feedback, and meet agreed deadlines.

What you bring:

• A demonstrated financial background and strong financial acumen, gained through financial services work, financial journalism, or comparable professional experience.
• Fluency in financial concepts and terminology; wealth management or investing experience is especially valuable.
• Experience with executive ghostwriting, substantive articles, and concise social copy, with the ability to capture distinct voices.
• Strong interviewing skills are a priority; whether conducting interviews is part of the assignment is still being confirmed.
• Excellent editing and fact-checking skills, sound editorial judgment, and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• US BASED APPLICANTS ONLY.

To apply:

Please include the following with your application:

• A brief overview of your financial background and relevant writing, editing, and interviewing experience.
• At least one financial services writing sample is required. Include examples of longer articles, executive LinkedIn posts, and content adapted from interviews or podcasts where available. Identify your contribution to collaborative work.
• Your hourly rate in USD and any minimum engagement or billing requirements.
• Your current availability, potential start date, and typical weekly capacity. Rates and availability will help inform the final scope.