Sr. Marketing Writer – 59,000 – $68,000/Year

Description

If you’re a seasoned copywriter or have an MFA in Creative Writing and have a passion for storytelling, higher education and travel writing, this could be your dream job. We’re Road Scholar, the not-for-profit leader in educational travel for adults, and we’re looking to add a new creative mind to our writing team. Don’t think of us as a travel company. We’re more like a university of the world, offering educational adventures in more than 100 countries.

About the Role…

We’re not just looking for a writer; we’re on the hunt for a wordsmith who can create copy that captivates, engages and inspires. Whether it’s crafting compelling emails, engaging blog content, or thought-provoking print copy, your words will bring our brand to life across multiple platforms. Our ideal candidate is a lot like the Road Scholar writing style — creative, clever, authentic, pithy, interesting and quick to make someone smile. Do you have it in you?

Road Scholar offers a remote-first work environment. The compensation range for this exempt level salaried position is $59,000 – $68,000.  

You will…

• Writing snappy and interesting copy in nearly every medium imaginable: direct mail, email, web, video scripts, our own alumni magazine, and blogs.
• Solidifying and polishing our Road Scholar voice across various marketing channels including print and e-commerce platforms.
• Writing email marketing pieces with attention to personalization and versioning.
• Working closely with the graphic designer or production artist to produce a perfect finished product.
• Composing text with your familiarity with AP Style.
• Researching travel, aging and education-related topics to inform your writing projects.
• Brainstorming creative ways to spread our mission.
• Exemplifying an ethos of excellence.
• Rolling up your sleeves and bringing your best self.
• Appreciating a good pun now and then.

You need…

• 5+ years in a marketing or communications environment as a writer; or MFA graduate
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism or related field
• Research, writing, editing and proofreading skills bordering on obsession
• Familiarity with marketing techniques, writing to a Baby Boomer audience and communications that support the Road Scholar brand
• Previous experience working within a creative environment, i.e., interacting synergistically with graphic designers, photographers, web developers, etc.
• Self-motivated; strong organizational skills; an ability to work on multiple projects within a project management system; accountability for efficient project movement
• A quick study; ability to adapt readily to a fast-paced work environment
• Creative thinker and team player with good diplomatic, problem-solving and common-sense skills

Why join the Road Scholar Team…

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 20 days PTO annually 
• Paid shutdown between Christmas and New Years!
• Ability to work remote! 
• Paid Holidays (14)
• Retirement Plan with a company match up to 5%
• Identity Protection
• Unlimited On-line Training thru Linkedinlearning.com