Copywriter (Development)

Arlington, VA (On-site)

$85K/yr – $120K/yrMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 11 days ago

Job Summary

Own the end-to-end donor communications program by turning complex strategies into audience-ready messages and coordinating cross-functional efforts to deliver polished materials on tight deadlines.

  • Write proposals and premium collateral to engage high-capacity donors
  • Develop stewardship and ongoing donor communications to deepen relationships
  • Coordinate cross-functional messaging and ensure brand-aligned, audience-focused materials

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Writing multi-page proposals, case for support materials, briefing documents, and other customized communications for high-capacity donors and partners
  • Developing stewardship plans and donor communications that deepen engagement, demonstrate impact, and strengthen long-term relationships
  • Crafting premium collateral materials such as impact reports, one-pagers, talking points, executive summaries, presentations, and event-related materials
  • Partnering with internal stakeholders to translate complex strategies, initiatives, and issue-area priorities into clear, audience-appropriate messaging
  • Supporting development leaders with thoughtful written communications for meetings, follow-up, cultivation, and ongoing relationship management
  • Researching initiatives, partners, and issue areas to develop a strong understanding of messaging, context, and strategic opportunities for donor engagement
  • Ensuring all written materials are aligned with Stand Together’s brand, values, and voice while also reflecting the needs and interests of specific audiences
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering polished work on deadline in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
  • Continuously refining messaging and materials based on stakeholder input, audience insights, and evolving strategic priorities

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional writing experience in development, executive communications, strategic communications, public affairs, or a related field
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing, public relations, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for senior-level and external audiences
  • Experience writing for high-capacity donor, executive, board, or other discerning stakeholder audiences
  • Ability to synthesize complex ideas and strategies into concise, persuasive, and audience-centered communications
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing polished, error-free work
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Ability to work cross-functionally, build trust with stakeholders, and incorporate feedback from multiple partners
  • Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive or high-visibility communications
  • Strong understanding of the social sector, philanthropy, and/or public policy landscape

Preferred

  • Experience writing customized donor proposals, stewardship communications, and executive-level collateral
  • Experience supporting fundraising, philanthropy, or relationship management teams through strategic communications
  • Experience developing messaging for complex social impact initiatives or issue-based work
  • Confidence writing for sophisticated audiences, including business leaders, philanthropists, and senior executives
  • Familiarity with presentation development and partnering closely with design teams to bring premium communications to life

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits : Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
  • A meaningful career : Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
  • Commitment to growth : Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
  • Competitive compensation : Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive
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Stand Together

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Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems. From education and economic opportunity to healthcare, communities, and division, we work to address the challenges holding people back from reaching their full potential.Our partners include nonprofit leaders, educators, Fortune 50 CEOs, NFL legends, civil rights leaders, Grammy-winning musicians, and grassroots activists. We help them transform their results by providing access to powerful capabilities — including funding to build capacity, a unique national network to reach scale, and a proven playbook for applying principles that help organizations grow, innovate, and thrive.Complex problems require a comprehensive approach. That’s why the Stand Together community unites changemakers from every sector and background to drive lasting solutions that transform lives and society.

Founded in 2003
Arlington, Virginia, USA
775 employees (144 in marketing)
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Copywriter (Development)

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