French Content Writer

Speak • Contract • Remote (United States) • $25 / hour • 1w ago

About this role

We are looking for a superstar French content writer with a deep understanding of the challenges that English speakers face when learning French as a second language. We seek someone who has a full understanding of French and English as languages AND has a history of successfully teaching or creating French learning modules/materials for English learners in the US or other English-speaking countries. We are particularly interested in someone who can provide insight into the shortcomings of traditional French learning methods (through classroom instruction and textbooks) in the US.

In addition to script-writing, teaching, and curriculum expertise, we also want this role to have a strong product sense and understanding of how best teaching and technology can be integrated through content.

What you’ll be doing

Curriculum design and writing - Design curriculum and write learning materials (e.g., lesson scripts, activities, vocabulary lists) for French learners in English-speaking countries at different levels of English proficiency in a systematic way.
Manage or facilitate content projects - Either having end-to-end ownership or participating in content projects from content planning to writing, to production all the way to launch.
Content maintenance and iteration - Iterate and polish content based on QA, user testing, user feedback, and/or peer review.
Translation and localization - Perform English-French translation and localization for in-app learning and marketing content.
Content development and prototyping - Participate in developing innovative learning content powered by advanced AI (artificial intelligence) and ML (machine learning) technology.
Content strategies and decision-making - Participate in content team meetings, discussions, and decision-making; As a member of the French content team, facilitate the development of content strategies that suit US market needs and are aligned with the company's vision and goals.
Communication and collaboration with international team members - This can take place face-to-face, remotely, asynchronously, or through business travel, whichever makes sense.

What we’re looking for

Required

Experience and expertise in French teaching curriculum design and pedagogy
Strong curriculum planning and writing skills
Native French and near-native English writing and speaking skills
Deep understanding of the status quo of French learning in the US and empathy for French learners from English-speaking background
Strong product sense when designing and writing content with great attention to detail
Strong willingness and collaboration skills for content planning, operations, and strategy
Passion for technology-assisted language learning and willingness to learn and use advanced technologies for all aspects of work (Notion, internal tools, etc.)
A fast learner, team player, skilled communicator, and creative problem-solver

Preferred