Content Writer, Marketing & Communications Communications
CredLens, LLC, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
CredLens is seeking a driven, curious Content Writer to support our communications and marketing efforts by helping shape and share CredLens’ public voice as the organization evolves and scales. This is an early-career role ideal for a strong writer who is eager to learn, contribute meaningfully, and grow within a mission-driven, education-focused nonprofit that operates with a startup mindset.
Reporting to the Vice President of Communications, supporting the Communications and Marketing team, and working closely with the senior leadership, product and sales teams, the Content Writer, Marketing & Communications will play a key role in creating, editing and managing content across our external-facing channels including our website, newsletters, blogs, and LinkedIn. The ideal candidate is a curious, coachable writer who enjoys turning complex ideas and data into clear, compelling communications for diverse audiences.
The position offers hands‑on marketing and communications experience in a start‑up environment and the opportunity to contribute to mission‑driven work that supports workforce development, access to education, and economic mobility.
About CredLens CredLens is a national data trust focused on delivering verified outcomes insights for non‑degree credentials. We help credential issuers, funders, policymakers, and workforce partners address critical data gaps that prevent them from fully marketing, improving, and scaling their impact.
CredLens is a mission‑driven nonprofit that operates like a fast‑paced startup—collaborative, ambitious, and execution‑ and goal‑oriented. Our work is grounded in the belief that every individual deserves access to trustworthy data to make informed decisions about education and career pathways, and that better data can illuminate opportunity and drive systems‑level change.
Key Responsibilities Content Creation & Marketing Support
Write, edit, and proofread a wide range of external-facing content, including:
Website copy and updates
Blog posts and short‑and medium‑form articles
Email newsletters and campaigns
Social media content
Marketing and sales collateral such as one‑pagers, pitch decks, FAQs, and messaging documents
Support go-to-market efforts by creating and adapting content for product launches, partnerships, and organizational initiatives
Help leverage and apply existing messaging frameworks across materials to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment
Executive Communications & Thought Leadership Support
Support CredLens’ thought leadership by drafting and editing:
Speeches, presentations, and talking points
Op‑eds, blog posts, and thought leadership content
Briefing materials and summaries for external audiences
Tailor tone, voice, and personality for different executives and audiences, incorporating feedback and iteration
Assist with refining narratives that elevate CredLens’ public presence and credibility
Contribute to the drafting and editing of long‑form reports to include comprehensive details, context, and analysis, impact summaries, and research‑adjacent materials
Help translate complex, data‑informed or technical subject matter into clear, accessible content for non‑technical audiences
Support version control and clarity across evolving documents and publications
Content Management & Collaboration
Help maintain consistency with CredLens’ brand voice, tone, and messaging across platforms
Support content editorial calendars, planning, and asset organization
Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Customer Success, and Design teams
Incorporate feedback from senior team members to continuously improve writing quality and effectiveness
Qualifications
Strong writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely
0–3 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, writing or related roles including internships or fellowships
Demonstrated writing experience outside the classroom is strongly preferred (e.g., internships, publications, blogs, nonprofit work, research, or professional projects)
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English, public policy, or a related field preferred but not required
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Comfort receiving feedback and revising work accordingly
Interest in nonprofit, public‑interest, education, workforce, or data‑informed work
Pay Range:
$67,795 - $72,100 a year
plus annual bonus
Eager Learner Excited to build skills, absorb feedback, and grow professionally in a mission‑driven, startup‑style environment.
Audience‑Aligned Writer Able to write clearly and adapt tone and style for diverse audiences, formats, and leadership voices.
Organized & Reliable Manages details, expectations, deadlines, and version control with care and accountability.
Collaborative Team Member Works well across functions and contributes positively to a supportive, high‑performing team culture.
Mission‑Aligned Motivated by CredLens’ nonprofit mission and interested in work that advances equity, transparency, and informed decision‑making.
Location & Travel This position is based in Washington, DC, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least two days per week in the office. Travel is expected to be minimal.
DEI Commitment Commitment and professional experience advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within and organization, including incorporating stakeholder perspectives in the design, implementation, and evaluation of strategic efforts.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to CredLens' organizational vibrancy, employee experience, and mission. We strongly encourage applicants from people of color/the global majority, immigrant, bilingual, and bicultural individuals; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ and gender nonconforming communities; and people with other diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. We believe every member on the team enriches our workplace by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver critical insights and solutions.
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Reporting to the Vice President of Communications, supporting the Communications and Marketing team, and working closely with the senior leadership, product and sales teams, the Content Writer, Marketing & Communications will play a key role in creating, editing and managing content across our external-facing channels including our website, newsletters, blogs, and LinkedIn. The ideal candidate is a curious, coachable writer who enjoys turning complex ideas and data into clear, compelling communications for diverse audiences.
The position offers hands‑on marketing and communications experience in a start‑up environment and the opportunity to contribute to mission‑driven work that supports workforce development, access to education, and economic mobility.
About CredLens CredLens is a national data trust focused on delivering verified outcomes insights for non‑degree credentials. We help credential issuers, funders, policymakers, and workforce partners address critical data gaps that prevent them from fully marketing, improving, and scaling their impact.
CredLens is a mission‑driven nonprofit that operates like a fast‑paced startup—collaborative, ambitious, and execution‑ and goal‑oriented. Our work is grounded in the belief that every individual deserves access to trustworthy data to make informed decisions about education and career pathways, and that better data can illuminate opportunity and drive systems‑level change.
Key Responsibilities Content Creation & Marketing Support
Write, edit, and proofread a wide range of external-facing content, including:
Website copy and updates
Blog posts and short‑and medium‑form articles
Email newsletters and campaigns
Social media content
Marketing and sales collateral such as one‑pagers, pitch decks, FAQs, and messaging documents
Support go-to-market efforts by creating and adapting content for product launches, partnerships, and organizational initiatives
Help leverage and apply existing messaging frameworks across materials to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment
Executive Communications & Thought Leadership Support
Support CredLens’ thought leadership by drafting and editing:
Speeches, presentations, and talking points
Op‑eds, blog posts, and thought leadership content
Briefing materials and summaries for external audiences
Tailor tone, voice, and personality for different executives and audiences, incorporating feedback and iteration
Assist with refining narratives that elevate CredLens’ public presence and credibility
Contribute to the drafting and editing of long‑form reports to include comprehensive details, context, and analysis, impact summaries, and research‑adjacent materials
Help translate complex, data‑informed or technical subject matter into clear, accessible content for non‑technical audiences
Support version control and clarity across evolving documents and publications
Content Management & Collaboration
Help maintain consistency with CredLens’ brand voice, tone, and messaging across platforms
Support content editorial calendars, planning, and asset organization
Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Customer Success, and Design teams
Incorporate feedback from senior team members to continuously improve writing quality and effectiveness
Qualifications
Strong writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely
0–3 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, writing or related roles including internships or fellowships
Demonstrated writing experience outside the classroom is strongly preferred (e.g., internships, publications, blogs, nonprofit work, research, or professional projects)
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English, public policy, or a related field preferred but not required
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Comfort receiving feedback and revising work accordingly
Interest in nonprofit, public‑interest, education, workforce, or data‑informed work
Pay Range:
$67,795 - $72,100 a year
plus annual bonus
Eager Learner Excited to build skills, absorb feedback, and grow professionally in a mission‑driven, startup‑style environment.
Audience‑Aligned Writer Able to write clearly and adapt tone and style for diverse audiences, formats, and leadership voices.
Organized & Reliable Manages details, expectations, deadlines, and version control with care and accountability.
Collaborative Team Member Works well across functions and contributes positively to a supportive, high‑performing team culture.
Mission‑Aligned Motivated by CredLens’ nonprofit mission and interested in work that advances equity, transparency, and informed decision‑making.
Location & Travel This position is based in Washington, DC, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least two days per week in the office. Travel is expected to be minimal.
DEI Commitment Commitment and professional experience advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within and organization, including incorporating stakeholder perspectives in the design, implementation, and evaluation of strategic efforts.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to CredLens' organizational vibrancy, employee experience, and mission. We strongly encourage applicants from people of color/the global majority, immigrant, bilingual, and bicultural individuals; people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ and gender nonconforming communities; and people with other diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. We believe every member on the team enriches our workplace by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver critical insights and solutions.
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