Senior Communications Writer - U.S. Based Remote Opportunity

Common App • Arlington, VA

2h • $85,120 - $95,760 • Remote

About The Position

Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application. If you are an experienced writing professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Senior Communications Writer.

Requirements

• Candidates must live in the United States.
• Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat.
• 4-6 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience producing audience-specific communications (e.g., newsletters, campaign emails, or announcements).
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms, CRM systems, or digital publishing tools.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to translate complex ideas into engaging narratives.
• Mastery of audience-centered storytelling with the ability to translate complex organizational priorities, higher education policy, or technical updates into clear, accessible, and motivating narratives.
• Ability to take ownership of editorial calendars and messaging consistency across multiple platforms, ensuring all content aligns with the established brand voice and tone.
• Ability to analyze engagement metrics and audience feedback to identify communication gaps and propose innovative solutions for content optimization.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-stakes deadlines and navigate the needs of diverse internal and external stakeholders independently.
• Advanced skill in using email marketing platforms, CRM systems, and digital publishing tools to produce and distribute audience-specific communications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and provide guidance or peer-review support to ensure messaging alignment across the department.
• Adjusts messaging and priorities in response to changing organizational needs or feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with project planning and management.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced working environment, including but not limited to state government, federal government experience, and communications agency experience.
• Knowledge of key issues in higher education.
• Experience in Higher Education.
• Experience working for non-profits, educational institutions, or education technology.
• Government affairs and/or public policy experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver compelling, audience-centered messaging to our core stakeholders: counselors, members, and students.
• Planning, writing, and editing newsletters, announcements, and other communications that inform, engage, and inspire our audiences.
• Translate complex information into clear, accessible, and motivating messages tailored to diverse audiences.
• Take ownership of editorial calendars and messaging consistency across multiple platforms, ensuring all content aligns with the established brand voice and tone.
• Analyze engagement metrics and audience feedback to identify communication gaps and propose innovative solutions for content optimization.
• Manage multiple high-stakes deadlines and navigate the needs of diverse internal and external stakeholders independently.
• Produce and distribute audience-specific communications using email marketing platforms, CRM systems, and digital publishing tools.
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment and provide guidance or peer-review support to ensure messaging alignment across the department.
• Adjust messaging and priorities in response to changing organizational needs or feedback.

Benefits

• Work-Life balance
• Virtual-first office
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Seven company-wide holidays
• Nine floating holidays
• Sick leave
• Monthly mental health day
• Virtual-first support
• Choice of PC of MAC laptop
• May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
• One-time office set-up stipend
• Monthly remote work stipend
• Monthly mobile stipend
• Market-based salaries
• Performance-based bonus
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 5% company contribution
• additional 5% company match
• 3-year vesting schedule
• Participation may begin immediately
• Choice of two health insurance plans
• Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health
• Company provided life and ad&d insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
• Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
• Budgeted annual funds for professional development
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
• Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
• Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
• Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
• 1Password family account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior