Copywriter

Position Summary:

Full-service fundraising agency seeks a talented in-house direct-response copywriter. Use your skill and passion to change the world by helping raise funds for high-impact nonprofit organizations serving communities across the U.S.

The qualified candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, English or related field and a minimum of one to two years of copywriting experience, preferably in direct response fundraising or similar style. This person must be intrinsically compassionate, respectful of all people, and motivated by the desire to help organizations make a substantial difference in areas including, but not limited to: hunger relief, homelessness, foster and adoption services, and animal welfare

Hybrid remote/in-office preferred, but full-time remote will be considered for the right candidate.

Brad Cecil & Associates, Inc. is a nationally respected agency that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion

**To be considered, please include a resumé and cover letter specific to this position as well as writing samples.**  

Applicants will not be considered without the inclusion of all requested items.

(This is a junior level position and is not a freelance or contract job – please only apply if you are looking to join our team as a full-time, exempt employee.)

Responsibilities & Requirements:

  • Writing conversational direct response fundraising letters, newsletters, emails, social media content, donation forms and other digital communication
  • Must be a deadline-driven self-starter and have exceptional follow-through
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
  • Interest in fundraising process and strong desire to work with nonprofits
  • Thoughtful and inclusive with the ability to write strengths-based narratives in a subject-centering way

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, English or related field

Experience:

  • Minimum of 1 to 2 years of copywriting experience, preferably in direct response, marketing or advertising

Skills:

  • Position requires excellent conversational style writing skills
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Familiarity with Mac platform

Compensation:

  • $43,000 – $47,500 annual
  • 401(k) matching
  • Exceptional health benefits 
  • Generous PTO 

Email your resumé, a cover letter specific to this position and relevant writing samples to: careers@cecilcommunication.com.