Masons of California
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Looking for a quirky editorial and writing position with a wide variety of projects and challenges? Ready to make your mark on a 300‑year‑old organization?
Pay Range:
$111,500 - $123,900
Job Purpose To support the Masons of California Communications Department in giving voice to Masonry in California through relevant, vibrant, consistent and integrated messaging that supports the organization's communications goals. Scope of work includes copywriting for print and web materials, writing long‑form articles and conducting interviews for California Freemason Magazine, and overseeing freelancers, social media channels, and video channels.
Job Summary Envision editorial content of internal and external communication materials, vehicles, and media for all Masons of California entities. Scope of work includes developing, writing, and integrating content across all channels, including long‑form articles for California Freemason magazine, collateral materials, ad copy, digital communications, video scripts, social media, internal communications, press releases and other materials.
Essential Functions STRATEGIZE
Lead the communications team in content development and calendaring, working with internal and external staff and freelancers to write, edit, and proofread each issue of the quarterly California Freemason magazine and annual report.
Develop magazine themes in tandem with the Creative Director and present ideas to Executive Editor, Editor‑in‑Chief, and Chief Communications Officer.
Establish contacts and sources for future research to ensure a strong brand identity across communications channels.
PRODUCE
Source, develop, and edit content for internal and external initiatives, marketing and fundraising campaigns, and programs for all communications channels.
Research and source members for magazine, newsletter, and social media stories; conduct interviews and write short and long‑form stories.
Write, edit, and proofread a wide variety of written material: email marketing, direct mail, PowerPoint presentations, conference books, video scripts, etc.
Ensure written content is of excellent quality, relevant, strategic, accurate, consistent, on time, and within budget.
MANAGE
Serve as Editorial Director of California Freemason magazine; manage timelines, editing and fact‑checking processes, and work closely with the Creative Director.
Manage and maintain relationships with freelance writers to ensure high‑quality content delivered on time; negotiate fees and oversee the work of editorial services vendors.
Foster strategic and collaborative internal relationships with all internal entities (California Freemasonry, Masonic retirement communities, California Masonic Foundation, Masonic Center for Youth and Families).
Requirements
Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to manage workflow and delegate responsibilities to meet multiple demands and deadlines.
Ability to envision magazine themes and provide creative input to the Creative Director.
Strong management and customer service skills; ability to collaborate with executives, employees, volunteer leaders, and members.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Proactive, curious, self‑motivated team player; strong customer service focus; ability to work as part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial team of communications professionals.
Qualifications
7+ years of communications management, writing, and editing experience in non‑profit, member/association, corporate communications/marketing, or communications‑focused agency.
Experience using WordPress preferred.
BA/BS in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field.
Applicants must provide a cover letter explaining your interest in the position, resume, and portfolio of published work, which should include samples of a long‑form article, marketing copy, and newsletter copy.
Benefits At Masons of California we offer a work environment focused on teamwork and support, excellent health and wage replacement benefits, generous 401(k) contributions, and tuition reimbursement for your growth.
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Pay Range:
$111,500 - $123,900
Job Purpose To support the Masons of California Communications Department in giving voice to Masonry in California through relevant, vibrant, consistent and integrated messaging that supports the organization's communications goals. Scope of work includes copywriting for print and web materials, writing long‑form articles and conducting interviews for California Freemason Magazine, and overseeing freelancers, social media channels, and video channels.
Job Summary Envision editorial content of internal and external communication materials, vehicles, and media for all Masons of California entities. Scope of work includes developing, writing, and integrating content across all channels, including long‑form articles for California Freemason magazine, collateral materials, ad copy, digital communications, video scripts, social media, internal communications, press releases and other materials.
Essential Functions STRATEGIZE
Lead the communications team in content development and calendaring, working with internal and external staff and freelancers to write, edit, and proofread each issue of the quarterly California Freemason magazine and annual report.
Develop magazine themes in tandem with the Creative Director and present ideas to Executive Editor, Editor‑in‑Chief, and Chief Communications Officer.
Establish contacts and sources for future research to ensure a strong brand identity across communications channels.
PRODUCE
Source, develop, and edit content for internal and external initiatives, marketing and fundraising campaigns, and programs for all communications channels.
Research and source members for magazine, newsletter, and social media stories; conduct interviews and write short and long‑form stories.
Write, edit, and proofread a wide variety of written material: email marketing, direct mail, PowerPoint presentations, conference books, video scripts, etc.
Ensure written content is of excellent quality, relevant, strategic, accurate, consistent, on time, and within budget.
MANAGE
Serve as Editorial Director of California Freemason magazine; manage timelines, editing and fact‑checking processes, and work closely with the Creative Director.
Manage and maintain relationships with freelance writers to ensure high‑quality content delivered on time; negotiate fees and oversee the work of editorial services vendors.
Foster strategic and collaborative internal relationships with all internal entities (California Freemasonry, Masonic retirement communities, California Masonic Foundation, Masonic Center for Youth and Families).
Requirements
Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to manage workflow and delegate responsibilities to meet multiple demands and deadlines.
Ability to envision magazine themes and provide creative input to the Creative Director.
Strong management and customer service skills; ability to collaborate with executives, employees, volunteer leaders, and members.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Proactive, curious, self‑motivated team player; strong customer service focus; ability to work as part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial team of communications professionals.
Qualifications
7+ years of communications management, writing, and editing experience in non‑profit, member/association, corporate communications/marketing, or communications‑focused agency.
Experience using WordPress preferred.
BA/BS in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field.
Applicants must provide a cover letter explaining your interest in the position, resume, and portfolio of published work, which should include samples of a long‑form article, marketing copy, and newsletter copy.
Benefits At Masons of California we offer a work environment focused on teamwork and support, excellent health and wage replacement benefits, generous 401(k) contributions, and tuition reimbursement for your growth.
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