Job details
Salary $48,000 - $50,000 a year job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Copywriting: 5 years (required)
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Adobe creative suite: 5 years (preferred)
Us work authorization (preferred)
Full job description
Our mission: 4-h believes in young people and gives all youth equal access to opportunityFor over 100 years, 4-h has supported the next generation of true young leadersNational 4‑h council (council) is committed to providing leadership and resources so that 4‑h programs are available to youth across the u.sAs the nation’s largest youth development organization, 4-h grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for a career tomorrowOur team is dedicated to helping kids – nearly 6 million every year - achieve their boldest dreams, empowering not only them, but also their communities through programs in stem, agriculture, healthy living and civic engagementThe 4-h experience consistently results in youth 2x more likely to excel in school; 4x more likely to act in their communities; 2x more likely to make healthier choices; and 2x more likely to pursue stem education or careersTogether, we can create #opportunity4all.
Position summary
We believe remarkable talent, enthusiasm, and creative thinking add up to great workCouncil is seeking an innovative thinker with excellent writing and research skills to help us elevate that work as a full-time, in-house copywriterAs a creative services team member, the copywriter will write and edit copy for various projects (including print, web, mobile, video, and social media), working closely with the accounts and design teams to brainstorm ideas and create concepts to develop messagingThe copywriter will work to understand council`s brand voice, products/services, branding, and marketing goals through research and interviewsThe ideal candidate will be a quick learner with a versatile writing style who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a high-volume workload often requiring short turnaround times.
In response to covid-19, all positions are currently temporarily remote.
Responsibilities
Continually raise the bar on creativity, writing fresh copy that connects with our young 4-h audience and drives action and engagement.
Comfortably vary voice, style, and other characteristics demanded by the target audience at hand.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of communication and client-related industry trends.
Stay updated on appropriate style guidelines and brand voice for consistency in messaging.
Research and understand our 4-h brand voice to develop copy that cuts through our target audiences through online best practices, reviews of existing research, interviews with subject matter experts, and in-person meetings.
Write original copy and edit content for various b2c and b2b marketing and communications materials.
Collaborate with a team of account managers and creative designers/agencies from concept development to delivery of final products.
Revise copy based on team feedback and direction.
Skills and qualification
Bachelor`s degree in journalism, english, communications, or related discipline.
Must have at least five years of copywriting experience with a lifestyle or youth brand, and a comprehensive portfolio of work.
Must have exceptional writing, research, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
Must have the ability to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in microsoft word, excel, and adobe acrobat pro.
Familiarity with adobe creative suite is a plus.
Ada requirements: the physical demands described here represent those that an associate must meet to perform the position`s essential functionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Primarily a passive role; however, some filing is required.
Requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, bend or stand as necessary.
Necessary math skills are needed to calculate formulas, etc.
Must be able to lift 10 to 20 pounds.
Job type: full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Schedule:
Monday to friday
Application question(s):
What interests you in the position?
What is the strongest skill you feel you would bring to this role? what skill(s) would you like to strengthen?
Describe a system you use to keep you organized and focused?
Do you know person(s) that works for our organization, if so, please provide name(s)?
What is your salary expectation?
Do you have experience working on lifestyle or youth brand projects? please provide a comprehensive portfolio of work.
If selected for the position, how soon would you be available?
Education:
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Experience:
Copywriting: 5 years (required)
Adobe creative suite: 5 years (preferred)
Work location:
Fully remote
Work location: remote
