Specialist, Bilingual Multimedia Copywriter at Feeding America | Chicago, IL | $80K/yr – $85K/yr

Feeding America

Specialist, Bilingual Multimedia Copywriter

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$80K/yr – $85K/yrMid Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead bilingual copywriting and editorial work for Feeding America, combining SEO-focused blog, brand storytelling, and inclusive, strength-based messaging.

Must-have: 4–6 years in copywriting or editorial roles and English–Spanish fluency with translation/transcreation.
Standout: Editorial governance and coaching across omnichannel content with strong tone alignment.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Craft Multichannel Copy
Develop compelling, brand-aligned, audience-first and strength-based copy for various formats including digital, print and radio ads, social media, video scripts, web content, PSAs, and toolkits to drive awareness, engagement and fundraising.
Collaborate on Brand Storytelling and Creative Concepts - Partner with the Creative Director and production team to conceptualize and craft high-level campaign narratives, transforming 'big ideas' into cohesive messaging frameworks across all media.
Serve as Lead Blog Writer & SEO Contributor - Write and optimize blog content for SEO, supporting content discoverability and engagement growth.
Ensure Editorial Quality and Brand Voice Consistency - Lead writing, editing, and proofreading efforts across omnichannel campaigns to ensure content maintains a consistent brand voice and adheres to tone, clarity, and messaging standards.
Translate Complex Topics into Actionable Messaging - Turn data, policy issues, and technical information into emotionally resonant, accessible creative concepts and stories that inspire action across audience segments.
Uphold and Evolve Editorial Standards - Maintain and update Feeding America’s content standards guide, ensuring inclusive language, strength-based framing, and editorial consistency across the organization.
Provide Bilingual Writing and Editing Support - Draft and edit content in both English and Spanish, ensuring cultural relevance, tone accuracy, and translation integrity.
Review Third-Party and Internal Content - Review content produced by internal teams and external partners for brand voice alignment and strengths-based storytelling practices.
Act as Editorial Resource - Serve as an internal resource for guidance on voice, tone, and content best practices; provide coaching on inclusive storytelling when needed.

Requirements

4–6 years of experience in copywriting, content strategy, marketing communications, or editorial roles. Advertising agency experience a plus.
Fluency in both English and Spanish with mastery in translation and transcreation. Must be able to adapt brand concepts into Spanish for US audiences that is culturally authentic, idiomatic, and resonant.
Strong portfolio showcasing writing across formats—digital, video, print, and social media.
Proven ability to adapt voice and tone to suit different platforms, audiences, and campaign objectives.
Excellent editing and proofreading skills with acute attention to grammar, flow, and clarity.
Deep understanding of inclusive language, audience-first messaging, and strength-based communication principles.
Strong project management skills with experience juggling multiple content streams and deadlines.
Effective collaborator, comfortable working cross-functionally with creative, digital, advocacy, and development teams.

Preferred

Experience optimizing content for SEO, including use of metadata, structure, and keywords.
Experience writing for high-stakes stakeholder partnerships to support national media and corporate partner work
Familiarity with content governance frameworks, editorial guides, or brand storytelling standards.
Prior work in nonprofit, advocacy, or mission-driven organizations is a plus.
Ability to navigate in-house production workflows, including familiarity with digital collaboration tools (Microsoft tools), AI-assisted tools, CMS platforms, or donor communications tools.

Benefits

Benefits: A comprehensive list of benefits available to full-time employees can be found here .

Feeding America

3.6 Glassdoor

As the largest network of food banks, pantries, and meal programs in the country, Feeding America is the leading organization in the fight against hunger in the United States. 200 food banks strong, we serve more than 40 million people in virtually every community in America. Since our beginnings 40 years ago, Feeding America has made innovative strides in increasing food rescue and providing fresh food to hungry people across the country. We believe that everyone - individuals, charities, businesses and government - has a role in ending hunger in America. Will you join us? Learn more at FeedingAmerica.org. At Feeding America National Organization, we prioritize the safety and security of our job applicants. Please be aware of fraudulent job postings and recruitment scams. All legitimate job opportunities with Feeding America are posted exclusively on our official website.” Founded in 1979 (formerly named America's Second Harvest)Charity Navigator: Four Star CharityBetter Business Bureau: Accredited Charity

Founded in 1967

Chicago, Illinois, USA

676 employees (49 in marketing)

www.feedingamerica.org

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