Copywriter (Freelance)

About Project Healthy Minds Project Healthy Minds is a mental health nonprofit that operates like a tech startup. We are building a digital marketplace to help people find mental health services easily and effectively. Learn more at projecthealthyminds.com and follow @projecthealthyminds on social. About The Role WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We are seeking an experienced Copywriter (Contract) to develop clear, empathetic, and credible written content focused on mental health education and services. This role will produce articles and related content for a general audience, skewed toward young adults and parents, translating clinical or technical concepts into accurate, approachable, and useful language. The Copywriter will work closely with the Product Marketing & Operations Lead and VP of Product, and will collaborate with PHM’s clinical network for sourcing, fact-checking, and review. This is a hands-on writing role, not a strategy-only or editorial management role. This role is contract-based; volume may vary based on editorial priorities. This is a remote, hourly contract position. HOW YOU'LL DO Write clear, engaging, and accurate articles and educational content on mental health topics, services, and care navigation Translate clinically reviewed concepts into accessible language Collaborate with PHM’s clinical network to source quotes, insights, and ensure factual accuracy Partner with clinical reviewers to incorporate feedback and ensure content meets PHM quality standards Use SEO tools to review drafts for keyword usage, readability, and search optimization, and revise accordingly Work with PHM’s Creative team to help shape supporting visual assets (photography and occasional video concepts) that align with written pieces Revise and iterate on content based on editorial feedback, performance insights, and evolving priorities HOW YOU'LL BRING Proven experience writing about mental health, healthcare, or health education topics for a general audience Strong ability to explain complex or sensitive topics with clarity, empathy, and accuracy Excellent writing and editing skills, with attention to tone, structure, and audience fit Experience working with subject-matter experts (e.g., clinicians, researchers) and incorporating feedback Familiarity with SEO best practices and use of SEO tools to optimize content Strong organizational skills and ability to manage drafts, revisions, and deadlines independently Comfort working in a collaborative, feedback-driven environment NICE TO HAVES Deep familiarity with one or more mental health topic areas (e.g., therapy modalities, psychiatric care, youth mental health, substance use, trauma, or care navigation) Experience writing for digital health, healthcare, or nonprofit organizations Familiarity with content performance metrics and basic analytics Experience collaborating with designers, photographers, or video teams Background in journalism, communications, public health, psychology, or related fields WHY THIS IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY A world-class Board, Clinical Advisory Committee, supporters, and collaborators. We’ve assembled a best-in-class network across business, academia, and media; we’re growing. A big, bold vision with backing. We’re funded by private philanthropy and earned revenue, with a multi-year track record of growth. Startup mindset, social mission ethos. You’ll work with a team experienced in venture-backed startups and established organizations to drive meaningful impact. DETAILS Hours: Up to ~20 hours per week; allocation will vary over time Reporting to: Product Marketing & Operations Lead, with collaboration from the VP of Product HIRING PROCESS Application and portfolio review Paid writing assignment (used as the primary evaluation step) Follow-up interview for selected writers The hourly rate for this role is $25 - $35, depending on experience and subject-matter depth EEO Guidelines: Project Healthy Minds is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran or military status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided as required by law. COVID Guidelines: The health and safety of our community is the priority. All new hires must be fully vaccinated and boosted with an FDA-authorized vaccine as a condition of employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Due to the high volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr