Freelance RFP Proposal Writer
Project Scope: Project-based / Paid Hourly (W2)
Location: Needs to be local to Atlanta or very close by.
Role can be remote but need to come onsite for initial meeting.
Duration: Ongoing Ad Hoc
The Opportunity
We are seeking a high-caliber Freelance RFP Proposal Writer to support our business development team during peak bidding cycles. You will act as a plug-and-play expert, taking ownership of the narrative for upcoming Requests for Proposals (RFPs), RFQs, and Grant applications. This is an ideal role for a seasoned writer who enjoys the fast-paced "sprint" of a proposal deadline and can deliver polished, compliant results with minimal oversight.
Core Responsibilities
- Proposal Drafting: Rapidly produce clear, persuasive, and technically accurate responses to RFP requirements.
- SME Interviews: Interview internal subject matter experts to extract technical details and translate them into benefit-driven client language.
- Editing & Proofreading: Ensure a "one-voice" tone across documents that may have multiple contributors, maintaining strict adherence to brand guidelines.
- Compliance Matrixing: Review RFP instructions to ensure every question is answered and all mandatory attachments/formatting rules are met.
- Content Refresh: (Optional/If applicable) Help update our internal "gold-standard" content library based on the latest successful bids.
Required Qualifications
- Proven Track Record: A portfolio of successful bids
- Self-Sufficiency: Ability to manage your own workflow and meet rigid submission deadlines without hand-holding.
- Tool Proficiency: Expert skills in MS Word (styles, tables, and version control). Experience with proposal tools like Loopio, RFPIO, or Qvidian is a major plus.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify "win themes" and integrate them throughout the proposal.
