The Writing Strategist is someone who can adapt quickly, is eager to learn, and is ready to dive in and make a difference. This position will be responsible for writing compelling animal campaign stories, assisting with daily account management tasks, and responding to inquiries from our fundraising consultants.
Pay: $18-21/hr DOE
Location: Grapevine, TX. Hybrid position (In-Office 3-4x/week)
Key responsibilities:
- Ideation of campaign stories with the goal of delivering compelling and emotionally engaging narratives that inspire charitable giving.
- Adapting creative writing and narrative development for fundraising campaigns.
- Strong understanding of grammar, punctuation, and style, with an excellent command of the English language.
- Craft at least 60 compelling and emotionally charged campaigns per week for animals in need. This is the core responsibility and the main focus of the role.
- Develop at least 5 heartwarming and engaging stories weekly for animals that have already been adopted, showcasing their journeys and reinforcing our mission.
- Create tailored wish lists for each animal in need, carefully selecting items that address their specific injuries or ailments to aid in their recovery.
- Think strategically about content, from the title to the conclusion, ensuring that each element is designed to garner attention and drive engagement for the animal in need.
- Occasionally, conduct in-depth research to write informed, accurate campaigns, particularly for complex cases such as niche diseases or the evacuation of animals from disaster zones.
- While writing is the main focus, we also work closely with the product, sales, marketing, and tech teams to create impactful content and improve processes.
- Actively seek out ways to enhance efficiency in writing and content creation, and assist the tech team in streamlining workflows.
- Utilize available tools to ensure each campaign is optimized for engagement and conversion, with a continuous focus on refining your writing approach.
- Prioritize writing responsibilities while effectively managing your time to handle other tasks, and remain on call for urgent campaigns and departmental assistance.
- Excel in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment where producing high-quality written content quickly and efficiently is the top priority.
Required skills:
- Excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills, with experience writing in a compelling and objective manner.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities, with a focus on delivering solutions that meet customer needs.
- Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and/or Zoom. Ability to quickly learn our internal system.
- Consistent punctuality, reliability, friendliness, and professionalism even while under pressure.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven self-starter with the ability to juggle priorities and manage expectations with minimal guidance.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- A willingness to work collaboratively and uphold team & company values.
Your Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field, with coursework or extracurricular experience in creative or persuasive writing.
- 1 year of experience in a creative writing or copywriting role or comparable professional training, preferably in an office-based environment, is a plus.
- Ability to write compelling campaigns given limited information or details, and comfortable conducting further research efficiently.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Adaptability and resilience to handle challenging and demanding customer interactions.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required by business needs.
- A love and passion for all animals (animal experience or non-profit work is a plus).