Copywriter

naamcmissions; District Heights (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

naamcmissions in District Heights, Maryland is looking for an experienced Copywriter to join their Marketing Team. The role involves developing and executing communications strategies, writing impactful copy for various platforms, and managing project timelines. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of related experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong copywriting skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and a passion for the organization's mission to impact global missions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in relevant fields.
• Strong narrative communication skills across multiple platforms.
• Experience writing press releases and managing project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing and communications strategy.
• Create and distribute impactful public communications.
• Monitor and report on communications impact.

Skills

Copywriting skills

Communication skills

Project management

Relationship building

Flexibility

Ability to work independently

Web writing experience

Education

Undergraduate degree in marketing, journalism, communications or related field

Tools

Trello

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Excel

Job description

Our ideal candidate will be an experienced Copywriter who works alongside the executive staff and Marketing Team of volunteers and missionaries to help execute the organization’s marketing and communications strategy and accomplish the daily work needed to support brand efforts and increase recognition of NAAMC’s impact as a global leader in missions.

Responsibilities

• Help to develop and execute the marketing & communications strategy.
• Create, edit, and distribute brand-aligned, clear, concise, and impactful public communications.
• Write, edit, and proofread text for internal and external communications and publications.
• Assist with communication execution.
• Draft communications that drive fundraising help and help to disseminate.
• Monitor and develop weekly/monthly reporting on communications impact.

Key Competencies

• Positive, solutions‑oriented with a strong ability to build and develop relationships with internal stakeholders, partners, and teammates.
• Nimble, can‑do attitude. Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time in order to complete them accurately and on schedule.
• Willingness to embrace change and adapt to strategy on the fly.
• Willingness to listen to feedback from others and find the best ways to incorporate that feedback.
• Flexibility to deal with unanticipated projects.
• Self‑motivated, good at taking initiative, and comfortable operating under a degree of ambiguity.
• Passionate about missions and NAAMC’s mission and vision.
• Clear, concise and accurate copywriting skills.
• Experience writing for the web, print brochures, fundraising, and newsletters.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements: Undergraduate degree in marketing, journalism, communications or related field and 3-5 years of experience.

A strong understanding of what makes a powerful narrative and how to communicate that narrative across multiple platforms.

Clear and effective communication, writing and presentation skills.

Experience working with the press/writing press releases.

Training and experience in how to tell a story using words, images, or audio and an understanding of how to create content that draws an audience.

Ability to demonstrate the personal and emotional impact of our work, as well as the data surrounding the measurable outcomes.

Experience managing project details with multiple timelines and deliverables.

Proficient in Trello, Microsoft Office, & Google Drive.

Proficiency in Excel, including knowledge and understanding of intermediate Excel skills necessary to organize data.

Strong ability to build and develop relationships with internal & external stakeholders, supporters, and teammates.

About the Company

The National African American Missions Council (NAAMC) is a 501(c)(3) working tirelessly to transform people into effective advocates in establishing a global missions ministry within their local church. We promote short‑term experiences in missions that often lead to long‑term service. We equip church influencers and innovators to help revive the African American missions focus and take action towards keeping their church engaged in the Great Commission.

The National African American Missions Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.