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Content Brief Sample

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Want blog posts that rank and convert—without the overwhelm?

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This sample content brief shows how we give writers and content teams the direction they need to create SEO-friendly, on-brand, high-performing content from the very first draft.

 

Our content briefs bridge the gap between strategy and execution—perfect for small businesses, marketing teams, and agencies who want to streamline their content workflow.

Content Objective & Search Intent

  • Target keyword and search intent (informational, commercial, etc.)

  • Content goal (e.g. drive traffic, answer FAQs, promote a service)

SEO-Focused Title & Meta Suggestions

  • SEO-optimized blog title

  • Suggested URL slug

  • Meta title and meta description

  • Target word count range

Keyword Guidance

  • Primary keyword + intent

  • Related secondary keywords

  • Notes on keyword placement (title, headers, body)

  • Avoidance of keyword stuffing

Voice, Tone & Brand Notes

  • Suggested tone (e.g., professional, conversational, warm)

  • Do’s and don’ts for brand alignment

  • Competitor content examples (optional)

  • Common content pitfalls to avoid

Optional: Organized Content Outlines

  • Section-by-section breakdown (intro, body, CTA)

  • Suggested H2 and H3 headers for structure

  • Notes on internal linking and anchor text

  • Tips for improving readability and flow

What the Deliverables Look Like

Our content briefs are delivered in a clean, copywriter-friendly format—whether you’re writing in-house or outsourcing.

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You’ll receive:

  • Editable Google Doc or PDF

  • Clear, easy-to-follow structure

  • Keyword list and outline in one place

  • Brief summary of strategy behind the content

 

Why It Matters

A detailed brief saves time and ensures quality.

 

It removes guesswork, reduces revision cycles, and makes sure every piece of content serves a purpose—whether that’s ranking on Google or educating your audience.

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Check out the case studies below to see how a good content brief can change everything. 

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Let’s create content that supports your goals before it’s written.
 

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