Copywriter

Member / Volunteer Full Time / Part Time Supported / Volunteer Remote

Produce compelling content across digital and print channels, capturing field stories and communicating the global impact of SIL Language Technology tools and services.

Announcement

We are seeking full-time and volunteer professional Copywriters who can promote exciting new technologies for language consultants and Bible translators to improve language analysis and development and to accelerate Bible translation.

About SIL Global

SIL Global is a faith-based nonprofit organization committed to serving translation teams worldwide. If you believe, as we do, that all languages are of value, form an integral part of people's identity, and have the potential to serve them in a rapidly changing world, then you can be part of a software team serving translation teams worldwide.

The Role

A Copywriter, or Marketing Writer, is responsible for producing engaging, clear text for different advertising channels such as websites, social media, print ads, and documentation. Their duties include researching keywords, producing interesting written content, and proofreading their work for accuracy and clarity. They will engage with field personnel to get their stories of how language technology is improving their work, then share that information with the global community through social media posts, blogs, and email lists. Where there are "bright spots" of success, they will arrange for a user to share their story and expertise in a webinar that can be recorded and shared. They will provide user stories and narratives for funded technology training projects, occasionally visiting field locations to gain first-hand knowledge.

Major Responsibilities

Writing clear and error-free content that reflects the voice of SIL and Language Technology.
Meeting with Language Technology staff and field personnel to understand the user community.
Interpreting creative direction and technical information and turning them into persuasive text.
Collaborating with recruiting and marketing departments to brainstorm and develop a variety of marketing materials.
Working with clients to edit and modify copy to meet their content expectations.
Participating as an integral and enthusiastic part of the team, exhibiting ownership, follow-through, initiative, awareness, and effective communication with peers and management.
Working with the team around a cohesive product roadmap.

Minor Responsibilities

Participate in regular project status, planning, partnership, and strategic meetings.
Be available to travel to meet with the larger department team at least once per year.
Be available to travel biennially to the Language Technology Conference.
Participate in professional conferences and meetings.

Knowledge & Skills

A servant heart attitude.
Demonstrated experience producing copy for print and digital media channels.
Proven success in producing copy for advertising or marketing campaigns.
Exceptional skill in social media writing, including use of hashtags and relevant acronyms.
Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
Good interpersonal skills of communication.
Good organizational skills.
The ability to make decisions in a timely manner.
The ability to generate multiple solutions to the problem.
The ability to quickly pick up technical concepts.
The ability to work both with a team and independently, and to multitask effectively.

Education

Copywriters need experience in writing and proofreading content, including proven experience as a copywriter or in a related role. Successful candidates should also have experience in conducting research for their clients. Preferred experience in social media advertising, writing for websites and other online content. A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or equivalent work experience is preferred, but we care more for a heart and mind that are always learning.

Training & Orientation

Will complete the initial IT Software Department training program and relevant portions of IT Orientation.

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