Content Writer

Since 1936, Easterseals New Hampshire has provided exceptional services to ensure we change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day.

Easterseals NH services include early childhood centers of excellence, medical rehabilitation, camping and recreation, vocational services, senior services, substance use treatment, adult day programs, community-based services, individual service options, transportation services, residential service options, and veterans services.

We are looking for a Content Writer to join our team! The successful candidate will tell the powerful, compelling stories of Easterseals NH & VT to raise public awareness of the important work of the organization. The Content Writer will follow department standards for style, voice, and usage and become a trusted partner to program staff who recognize this individual as their go-to person for communicating successes with the organization and the external audience.

Responsibilities include:

• Create content for a wide range of marketing and communications materials, including but not limited to internally and externally facing newsletters, press releases, program marketing materials, development and event communications, and digital marketing (email, social media and web copy).

• In coordination with colleagues, program leaders and others, develop and write stories that will increase public awareness of Easterseals NH & VT, and enhance the community's understanding of our mission, programs and successes.

• Partner with MarCom colleagues and program liaisons to build and maintain an editorial calendar to ensure program and event communications are thoughtful, well-planned and equitably promoted (the latter in accordance with strategic planning goals).

• Build relationships with internal influencers and thought leaders; become a trusted partner to program leaders to facilitate the sharing of successes.

• Educate and mentor program staff in developing content assets for multiple platforms.

• Work alongside program department heads in developing content for marketing campaigns to promote specific programs and create support collateral for programs and other affiliates.

• Provide content for development materials including fundraising collateral, appeal letters, gift acknowledgments, annual reports, and other pieces as necessary.

• Potential opportunity to create video blogs. Preference given to candidates proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud products.

• Work with the marketing and communications staff to create and implement the department's strategic plan.

• Participate in focus groups, committees, and initiatives, as requested.

• Copyedit, proofread, and review agency materials as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, English or a related field. Three (3) to five (5) years of professional writing and editing experience in multiple formats: feature writing, email/marketing copy, social media. Development and internal communications writing skills a plus

• High-level attention to detail, well-organized and proactive, with excellent professional judgment. Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to follow through and be resourceful

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the mission of Easterseals NH & VT and will be an active participant in the Marketing & Communications Department.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite; familiarity with project management software and WordPress a plus valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm in our Manchester, NH Office.

Compensation: Starting rate is $24.04 hourly. Additional compensation based on experience.

Please include a cover letter detailing your skills and interest in the position when submitting your application.

What's in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability

• Paid Time Off (PTO) begins accruing on your first day!

• 10 Paid Holidays - includes a Floating Holiday of your choice

• 403 (b) Employer Match - up to a maximum of 3%

• Tuition Reimbursement after one year of employment

• Federal student loan forgiveness eligibility and student loan repayment for qualifying positions

• Employee Discounts

• Wellness Programs: Health coaching, on-site and remote nutritional counseling services, remote and on-site fitness classes, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

• All Employees of Easterseals NH are now eligible for DailyPay, a new optional benefit that allows you to access your pay whenever you need it.

We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.

To learn more about this role, please click on the blue "Apply Now" button below to submit your application. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Bill: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-bill/15min

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Bill at 603-670-6817 or WStavropoulos@eastersealsnh.org.

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• Job Function Support

• Pay Type Hourly

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