Responsibilities

• Content Creation & Unified Voice
• Serve as the primary writer and editor for MAF content, including donor emails, fundraising campaigns, blogs, social media copy, web pages, researcher communications, grant announcements, study updates, event materials and print collateral.
• Develop and maintain a consistent MAF voice and tone across content types and audiences, adapting style and complexity while preserving brand integrity.
• Translate scientific research, program updates and study findings into clear, engaging content for donor and lay audiences, as well as technically accurate communications for researchers and veterinary professionals.
• Align content with campaign strategy, editorial calendars and organizational priorities established by the Director of Marketing.
• Collaborate closely with the Graphic & UX Designer from concept through execution to create integrated content experiences across web, email, social, campaign and print channels. Ensure messaging, design, layout and user experience work together to achieve communication and fundraising goals.
• Coordinate content development across departments, gathering input from subject matter experts while maintaining editorial ownership and final accountability for content quality and consistency.
• Review and refine written communications prior to publication or distribution to ensure accuracy, brand alignment and editorial quality.
• Scientific Programs Content
• Serve as a collaborative content partner to the Scientific Programs team, helping translate research priorities, scientific expertise and program goals into clear, audience-appropriate communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; degree or coursework in journalism, communications, English, biology or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of professional writing and content development experience, with a demonstrated portfolio spanning multiple content types and audiences.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt voice and complexity for scientific and donor-facing contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate scientific concepts accurately and accessibly; prior experience writing about health, science or research strongly preferred.
• Proven consensus-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to gather and reconcile input from cross-functional partners, guide collaborative content decisions and maintain editorial ownership while keeping stakeholders engaged and bought in.
• Experience using and/or helping develop AI-supported writing workflows, with the editorial judgment to review, refine and improve AI-generated content.
• Familiarity with content management systems, email marketing platforms and project management software.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple content projects simultaneously across varying deadlines and stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, particularly when handling scientific or data-driven content.