Responsibilities

• Marketing & Short-Form Content (primary focus): Write persuasive, on-brand copy for email campaigns, social media, and paid/organic digital marketing.
• Develop messaging for fundraising appeals, campaign launches, and time-sensitive donor communications.
• Write and refine web copy, landing pages, and marketing collateral in close partnership with design.
• A/B test and iterate on subject lines, calls to action, and campaign copy to improve engagement and response.
• Long-Form & Editorial Content (secondary focus): Write feature-length articles, donor and ministry impact stories, and narrative content that goes deeper than a campaign email.
• Interview ministry staff, missionaries, and partners to source and shape compelling stories.
• Contribute long-form pieces for publications, the website, or partner communications as assigned.
• Cross-Functional: Collaborate with the Communications team and other departments to deliver high-quality, high-impact content on time, across both short- and long-form formats.
• Use AI tools to accelerate ideation, drafting, and iteration, applying human review to every deliverable for accuracy, originality, theological soundness, and brand voice.
• Ensure all content reflects exceptional grammar, accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail, per AP style or ISM's editorial standards.

Requirements

• Devoted follower of Jesus Christ, fully aligned with the mission, vision, and beliefs of International Scripture Ministries.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, Public Relations, or a related field preferred.
• Five or more years of professional experience in content creation, copywriting, marketing, or communications, with demonstrated strength in both short-form marketing copy and long-form narrative/editorial writing.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and AP style or equivalent editorial standards.
• A proven track record of writing effective marketing copy (email, social, campaigns) and a portfolio that shows range into feature articles, profiles, or narrative storytelling.
• Ability to shift tone and format quickly: from a 40-character social hook to a 1,500-word feature without losing the through-line of brand voice.
• Proficiency with modern content and research tools, including the effective and responsible use of AI-assisted technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience working within brand guidelines and maintaining a consistent voice across diverse communication platforms.
• Passion for communicating the mission of a Christ-centered ministry and a commitment to supporting its values.

Preferred

• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Experience writing for a nonprofit or faith-based organization.
• Familiarity with donor communications, fundraising campaigns, or mission-driven marketing.
• Experience developing content strategies for digital marketing and audience engagement.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and content optimization for web platforms.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS), email marketing platforms, and social media management tools.
• Basic understanding of branding principles and maintaining a consistent organizational voice across multiple communication channels.
• Experience collaborating with designers, videographers, and marketing teams to develop integrated campaigns.
• Experience building prompt libraries, voice guides, or reusable AI workflows for a content or marketing team.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, Monday.com, Slack, CRM systems, and other collaborative technologies.

Benefits

• ISM BENEFITS
• Paid Time Off: Full-time employees are eligible to receive 40 hours every four (4) months up to 120 hours a year. After three (3) years of employment, an additional one (1) week of vacation will be available for a total of 160 hours per year.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision (HMO/PPO): The Ministry pays for (99%) of the employee’s premium. Spouse and/or dependent insurance options are available.
• Education Benefit: To encourage ongoing education, all full-time employees are eligible for an education credit/reimbursement.
• Cell Phone Reimbursement: Full-time employees will be reimbursed for using personal phones for ministry business up to $60 monthly.
• Community Volunteerism: We encourage our employees to be involved in the local area, lending their voluntary support to programs that positively impact the quality of life in the community. We offer up to eight (8) hours of paid time each quarter for volunteerism.
• Health Incentive: Full-time employees receive a $50 monthly reimbursement for fitness classes and/or gym memberships.