Communications Assistant / Copywriter
About The Position
We are looking for a mid-level copywriter/communications assistant to work remotely for our California-based web development business. You will be responsible for creating content such as blogs, social media posts, newsletters, portfolio pieces, and media releases on behalf of our company. We strongly prefer that you have experience writing for/about B Corps, purpose-driven businesses, and conscious capitalism. We really care about what we do and how we do it, and are looking for the right person who is passionate about our work, values and team. Location: US- or Canada-based is preferred, PST/MT preferred. This position is 100% remote, but you must regularly be available during PST business hours (9-5pm PST M-F) and have access to a stable internet connection.
Requirements
- 2+ years experience with: content writing for the web, social media account management, newsletter writing and management
- Basic WordPress editing and management experience
- Mailchimp editing and management experience (or similar e-blast software)
- Experience with online admin and marketing tools — such as Slack, Google Drive, Asana (or familiarity with similar online Project Management tool)
- Excellent communication abilities (oral and written)
- Fluent or native English-speaking and writing ability
- Ability to take initiative and get things done in a timely manner
- Ability to work well in a virtual team. comfort in communicating with team by email, video call, and Slack
- Basic graphic design skills, to provide simple graphics in support of content
- Experience with and interest in the world of Certified B Corps, purpose-driven organizations, and the “quadruple bottom line” of people, planet, power, and profit.
- Reliability and commitment to being in communication while actively working on projects.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver on time (or communicate the need for extensions when appropriate)
- A passion for creating for good, and the desire to work hard to support your fellow teammates and our clients. And, in turn, your teammates will work hard for you to give you a break whenever you need it.
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of strategic content marketing principles
- Knowledge of and strong interest in B Corps, nonprofits, conscious capitalism
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field
- Experience working on a remote team
Responsibilities
- Draft and edit communications copy (e.g. blog posts, press releases, publications, social media posts, newsletters, portfolio pieces)
- Publish blog content (via WordPress) and Social Media content (via LinkedIn / Instagram)
- Assist in maintaining and posting content to our websites and our clients websites (mainly Case Studies / Portfolio pieces and blogs)
- Generally, help implement communications strategies
- Research and proactively suggest content for blogs and social media, following established content strategy
- Prepare presentations and reports (occasional)
- Update databases and media lists (occasional)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
