Copywriter at Come Near – $60K/yr – $70K/yr
At Come Near, we invite everyone one step closer to the authentic Jesus. Through innovative outreach, creative expression, and intentional relationship-building, we aim to meet real needs with truth, compassion, and excellence. We seek individuals who bring professional excellence and deep mission alignment to the work we do.
Come Near is seeking a Copywriter to craft clear, engaging, and mission-aligned copy that connects with our audiences both internal and external. The ideal candidate will have strong storytelling skills and the ability to translate complex ideas into accessible, inspiring language that helps people take one step closer to Jesus.
Reporting to the Executive Creative Director, the Copywriter will collaborate with creative, marketing, product, and research teams to support organizational initiatives, donor communications, campaigns, and product launches.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Write clear, compelling, and on-brand copy for presentations, donor communications, print materials, videos, and digital channels (social media, web, email).
- Support all initiatives with effective messaging that aligns with Come Near’s mission and brand voice.
- Collaborate closely with designers, content creators, and cross-functional partners to ensure cohesive storytelling.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for innovation projects.
- Edit and proofread content to ensure clarity, consistency, and grammatical accuracy.
- Adapt writing style and tone to fit various audiences and initiatives.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
- Stay current on cultural trends, language, and storytelling techniques relevant to Come Near’s audiences.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience:
- 2+ years of professional copywriting experience, preferably in an agency, brand, or mission driven organization.
- A portfolio showcasing a range of writing samples across digital, print and film.
Skills:
- Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
- Working knowledge of Figma.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong with grasp of grammar..
- Ability to distill complex ideas into clear, accessible, and inspiring copy.
- Proficiency in adapting messaging for different audiences and channels.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Personal Attributes:
- Deep alignment with Come Near’s mission and a personal relationship with Jesus.
- Creative, collaborative, and receptive to feedback.
- Passionate about using storytelling to help people experience the authentic Jesus.
Preferred Attributes
- Familiarity with SEO writing best practices.
- Experience writing for social media campaigns and donor communications.
- Understanding of faith-based and cultural nuances in storytelling.
All employment at Come Near Inc is subject to the signing and compliance with our Statement of Faith