Remote Junior Writer — Public Affairs & Plain Language

Red Carrot; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Top-tier healthcare

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Flexible work hours and paid time off

Job summary

Red Carrot is looking for a Junior Writer to support its External Affairs office on a federal communications contract. The role requires providing writing and editing support across various communications products for Congress, the media, and the public.

The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA in relevant fields and at least 3 years of experience in writing and editing. This position offers remote work and includes benefits such as healthcare, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of writing, editing, proofreading experience.
• Strong command of plain language principles.
• Ability to obtain a DHS Fitness Determination.

Responsibilities

• Write draft speeches and talking points for leadership.
• Proofread written materials for quality and accuracy.
• Research and draft articles and web content.
• Develop newsletters for various audiences.
• Support design and distribution of external communications.

Skills

Writing and editing

Proofreading

Research

Plain language principles

Education

BS/BA in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field

Job description

Red Carrot is looking for a Junior Writer to support its External Affairs office on a federal communications contract. The role requires providing writing and editing support across various communications products for Congress, the media, and the public.

The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA in relevant fields and at least 3 years of experience in writing and editing. This position offers remote work and includes benefits such as healthcare, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.