Content Writer

Job Summary

United Way of Central Alabama, Inc. is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Content Writer to join our Marketing and Communications team. The ideal candidate will have experience in creative writing for various outreach and promotional channels.

Responsibilities

• · Research related sources (combining online source, interviews and studies) to accurately describe needs in our community
• · Write clear copy to promote our programs, services and agencies
• · Prepare well-structured drafts using various Content Management Systems like WordPress and SalesForce Marketing Cloud
• · Write, proofread and edit content as required
• · Submit work to Subject Matter Experts and editors for input and approval
• · Willingly provide and receive feedback from various stakeholders to determine direction/tone
• · Effectively attend to details and manage time to ensure that deadlines are met
• · Create and edit content for each channel; e.g. social media, email, print or web
• · Update United Way websites as needed

Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills

• · College degree related to Marketing, Communications or Journalism is preferred
• · Must have a portfolio that demonstrates strong abilities and writing skills
• · Must writes clearly and informatively with high attention to detail
• · Can perform despite the occasional tight deadline

Please attach samples of original work with a resume and/or links to a current online portfolio. Resumes submitted without examples will not be considered.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree required and experience in copywriting.

Requirements:

• Valid Alabama driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Proof of automobile insurance commensurate with State law
• Background checks to include but not limited to criminal record, drug screen

Please attach samples of original work with a resume and/or links to a current online portfolio. Resumes submitted without examples will not be considered