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SalaryJob Title: Writer/Editor
Department: Communications
Reports to: Director of Marketing
Salary: $60,000 - $70,000
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm EST
Position Summary:
The Writer/Editor is responsible for content generation and planning across RAINN’s platforms and projects, editorial oversight and support for RAINN’s materials, and management of external writing support. The Writer/Editor will collaborate across departments and help set and maintain RAINN’s external organization tone and style.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Content Writing:
- Generate compelling and informative content for various platforms, including website articles, blog posts, social media, and marketing materials.
- Craft content that aligns with RAINN's mission and effectively communicates key messages to diverse audiences.
Content Planning:
- Develop content strategies in collaboration with the marketing and communications team members.
- Plan and execute editorial calendars to ensure a consistent and engaging presence across multiple channels.
Organizational editing:
- Edit and proofread content produced by RAINN staff to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to AP style and organization style.
- Provide constructive feedback to enhance the overall quality of written materials.
Management of Freelance Writers:
- Recruit, onboard, and manage freelance writers to expand the organization's content capabilities.
- Coordinate assignments, deadlines, and ensure the delivery of high-quality content from freelancers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field.
- Proven experience in content writing and editing, with a strong portfolio showcasing work in AP style.
- Strong interviewing and storytelling skills.
- Journalistic experience preferred.
- Familiarity with issues related to sexual violence and a commitment to RAINN's mission.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
RAINN Office Status:This position is remote. As a remote team member, your primary work location will be outside of our Washington, DC office. This arrangement offers you the flexibility to work from your preferred location while still actively contributing to our collaborative efforts. While you won't be based in the office, occasional business travel may be required as part of your role to strengthen our connections and support key projects.
When you work at RAINN, you're joining a team of experts and professionals who stand up for survivors of sexual violence every day. Your job is important - and so are you! RAINN will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. RAINN is committed to maximizing the diversity of its organization and depends on a diverse staff to carry out its mission, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
EOE/M/F/D/V
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the essential functions, responsibilities and/or requirements.
Experience
Preferred- Familiarity with issues related to sexual violence and a commitment to RAINN's mission.
- Journalistic experience preferred
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better in English or related field
- Bachelors or better in Communication or related field
- Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
