Copywriter

Copywriter

Full-Time ∙ Exempt-Salaried ∙ Remote

Are you ready to transform your career into a powerful catalyst for change? For almost 30 years, ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) has been at the forefront of the battle against prostate cancer, providing essential support to patients and families touched by this disease. ZERO is the nation’s leading prostate cancer organization and the number one provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services. We are on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support.

Consistently recognized as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work for by the Nonprofit Times, we take pride in our unwavering commitment to our team and community. Our culture is founded on the principles of growth, inclusivity, and camaraderie, which we uphold with passion and purpose. Our vision is a world where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. When you join ZERO, you become part of an extraordinary community with strong core values: Courage, Ambition, Inclusion, Empathy, and Integrity– where each individual motivates and inspires one another, advancing your career while making a meaningful impact in the fight against prostate cancer. Seize this opportunity to be more than just an employee—become an essential part of a movement that truly matters!

Job Summary:

We’re seeking a conceptual, performance-minded Copywriter to craft clear, compelling copy across ZERO’s brand and marketing initiatives – headlines, emails, social posts, ads, landing pages, scripts, and more. You’ll be our go-to for voice, clarity, and consistency across channels, shaping ideas and executing copy that drives action in a largely earned/organic, resource-conscious environment. Website portfolio required with short- and long-form marketing samples. (Internal title: Manager, Copy & Content.)

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Write and edit copy for all ZERO marketing including email, website, social, fundraising, events, and printed materials.
• Develop and maintain messaging that aligns with ZERO’s voice and values.
• Collaborate with designers and Social Media Manager, as well as other contributors across the organization, to ensure copy is on-brand, on-strategy, and works seamlessly with visuals.
• Optimize written content for quality, clarity, and performance across channels (web, email, social, etc.).
• Ensure social media content aligns with brand voice and quality standards.
• Support development of messaging frameworks and copy templates for scalable use across departments.
• Champion brand voice and guidelines across the organization, acting as a resource and editor for cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate on brand and marketing campaigns, including overarching concepts, headlines, and taglines.
• Bring unique ideas for engaging content that resonates with diverse audiences.
• Utilize AI and other tools for proofing and to ensure high-quality content.
• Demonstrate project management skills to effectively coordinate multiple requests, even with limited resources.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

• 5+ years of experience in copywriting, content marketing, or brand messaging.
• Professional experience in a healthcare or nonprofit organization and a demonstrated commitment to mission-driven work.
• Website portfolio required showing long-/short-form work across channels (ex. ads, headlines, landing pages, emails, social, scripts).
  Files (Google Drive/Dropbox/PPT/PDF) will not be reviewed.
• Deep understanding of voice, tone, and content strategy.
• Excellent editing and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with healthcare or nonprofit content/marketing is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and Slack; skill or interest in AI as a workflow tool.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills, combined with excellence in tactical execution.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant use of a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as computer printer, calculator, and copier.
• Prolonged periods of a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• The ability to recognize details at close range for extended periods of time.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

One of many reasons to join the ZERO team is because we offer great benefits!

• Flexible Time Off Policy (FTO)
• 403(b) retirement plan matching up to 4%
• 100% Employer-paid benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability insurance
• FSA/HRA

This role will report directly to the Senior Director, Brand & Creative and will work closely with the Digital Marketing Manager, the Manager Creative Services, and a variety of stakeholders across the organization to support ZERO’s mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, education, awareness, and support.

This position is based remotely, and candidates may live in any area within the United States. However, it may require nationwide travel 10% of the time.

If you have gained the necessary experience to succeed in this role and have acquired this experience in other ways, we encourage you to apply and share all relevant information in your application. We value diverse perspectives and would love to hear from you!

ZERO Prostate Cancer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We encourage BIPOC, Veterans, individuals with Disabilities and those affected by prostate cancer to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at [email protected].