Storyteller & Content Specialist

USA (Remote)

$63K/yr – $78K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive story development and content strategy for Genesys Works, turning program outcomes into human-centered narratives and coordinating with marketing.

  • Own end-to-end storytelling across websites, reports, and campaigns.
  • Must-have: Exceptional writing and interviewing skills with nonprofit or mission-driven context.
  • Standout: Ability to translate program outcomes into accessible narratives and collaborate across marketing and program teams.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop compelling student, alumni, corporate partner, donor, and staff stories that illustrate the impact of Genesys Works’ model.
  • Translate complex programmatic outcomes into accessible, human-centered narratives aligned with brand messaging
  • Conduct interviews with students, alumni, corporate partners, board members, and staff to source authentic stories.
  • Maintain a steady pipeline of story assets that can be repurposed across channels
  • Write and edit content for: - Website pages and feature stories - Annual Impact Report and supporting materials - Fundraising campaigns (Giving Tuesday, year-end, special appeals) - Corporate partner and donor stewardship collateral and case studies - Newsletters, blog posts, and talking points - Will assist with internal communications, as needed - Collaborate with the Digital Marketing Manager and Director of Marketing to adapt stories for social media, email, and media outreach.
  • Assist in preparing content toolkits for local sites to ensure brand consistency while enabling local storytelling
  • Support national campaigns by developing core narrative arcs, headline copy, and supporting content.
  • Organize and tag written content within the organization’s digital asset management system.
  • Track story usage and performance to inform future content strategy.
  • Support the development of content calendars and storytelling priorities in alignment with national marketing goals

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, English, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3–5 years of experience in storytelling, content creation, communications, or marketing—preferably within a nonprofit, education, or mission-driven organization
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a strong command of narrative voice and tone.
  • Experience conducting interviews and synthesizing qualitative information into compelling stories.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Familiarity with digital platforms (CMS, email marketing tools, social media) and content repurposing best practices.
  • Strong attention to detailes
  • Commitment to accuracy, inclusivity, and ethical storytelling

Preferred

  • Experience supporting fundraising or corporate engagement through content.
  • Familiarity with workforce development, education, or youth-serving organizations.
  • Basic understanding of analytics and content performance metrics.
  • Comfort working cross-functionally with marketing, development, and program teams.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off policy, (10) company paid holidays, and “Soft Close” between Christmas and New Year’s.
  • 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Communications allowance
  • Focus Fridays and Flexible work arrangements
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Genesys Works

3.9 Glassdoor

Genesys Works is a nonprofit social enterprise providing pathways to career success for high school students in underserved communities through skills training, meaningful work experience, and impactful relationships. Our program consists of 8 weeks of technical and professional skills training, a paid year-long internship, college and career coaching, and alumni support to and through college. We believe that all young people, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, and/or socio-economic status, deserve an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

Founded in 2002
Keller, Texas, USA
1.8K employees
70% recommend to a friend
70% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
13.7K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$125
Traffic Source Mix
Search
55.9%
Direct
36.9%
Referral
4.2%
Social
1.9%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~1.8K

Funding

Total Funding
$7M
Last Raise
$7M
Grant, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • May 2024
    Grant • $7M
  • Feb 2024
    Grant
  • Jun 2022
    Grant

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