Branded Content Writer (Contract)

About Impact

Impact is the digital destination for the next generation of changemakers. Our mission is to inspire and empower through accessible information, stories, and resources. Our audience of millions of young people care deeply – they believe in righting the wrongs from their past generations by initiating self-learning, taking action for social causes, supporting historically marginalized communities, and shifting our culture for the better.

As one of the highest engaged platforms on IG (compared to traditional media platforms like NYTimes, WashingtonPost, NowThis, etc.), Impact Digital’s two main platforms, Impact & Environment, reach over 40M+ people each month. Our brand partners include value-driven companies like Hinge, Beyond Meat, and KEEN, as well as non-profit organizations like Planned Parenthood, Climate Power, and the Human Rights Campaign.

Our Impact

The Impact team has fundraised $1.7M+ for social causes and organizations like the ACLU, Planned Parenthood, Ukrainian Refugees, and COVID-19 relief. With many of our content pieces, we aim to provide our readers with action items, directing hundreds of thousands of petition signatures to important causes such as Act for Antonio, Abortion Access, Justice for George Floyd, and many more.

Awards & Nominations: Shorty Impact Awards Winner, Shorty Impact Awards Audience Honor, Anthem Awards Winner, Forbes30U30, Webby Awards Nominee, Webby Awards Honoree

JOB DESCRIPTION

Impact Digital is looking for a Freelance Writer focused primarily on branded content. This role is perfect for those passionate about the intersection of social issues and culture, particularly with a Gen Z perspective. You will be working closely with the editorial and sales team to ideate and write branded content for our value-driven partners.

You Will:

• Write a myriad of content pieces per week in various formats, including in-feed posts, story sets, short-form video and newsletter inclusions. This will involve a mix of pitched ideas and assigned topics.
• Relatedly, contribute to the development of sales and marketing materials (newsletters, etc.)
• Adhere to our core business practice of swift and speedy turnarounds for internal drafts and revisions, ensuring all deliverables are completed by the end of the business day.
• Ideate and execute branded content for value-driven brands across a wide range of industries. 
• Write organic content when capacity allows, comprised of pitches and assignments

The ideal candidate has:

• 2-5+ years of professional writing experience.
• Proven experience as a writer, copywriter, social writer, or social editor, with a portfolio showcasing social media content that drives brand/client objectives.
• Experience writing branded content for social impact-driven brands or campaigns is a huge plus.
• Concise writing skills for social media with a clear voice and adherence to deadlines.
• The ability to write social media copy that resonates with our Gen Z audience.
• An impeccable understanding of grammar & storytelling.
• Experience with researching nuanced topics & finding reputable sources.
• A strong commitment to thoroughly fact-checking to ensure the accuracy of information.
• Must reside in the United States, on the East Coast

You’re a great fit if:

• You have a passion for storytelling and a knack for creating engaging content.
• You can develop content that balances audience and client needs
• You are proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can adapt to changing priorities.
• You have excellent communication skills and can collaborate effectively with a diverse team.

We’re a great fit if:

• We’re incredibly committed to diversity - As a platform that cares about advancing social progress, we understand that it’s vital to center those who have these lived experiences. Our team is predominantly POC, Women + Nonbinary, and LGBTQIA, shattering the norms for media companies across the board.
• We care deeply, but still have fun - We choose to operate and act with optimism and joy. We remain hopeful and treat each other with care and kindness. It’s the only way we can sustain the work we do.
• We’re committed to growing personally - Our work is based on the premise that people, systems, and ideas can grow. Within our team, we all aim to grow, whether that be our skills, perspectives, mindsets, or relationships.

DETAILS

Position Type: Contract (4 months, with the opportunity to extend) 

Time Commitment: Part-time (20-35 hours per week, depending on business needs)

Compensation: $25-$33/hour

*Note: Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply!

Why work at Impact Digital Group?

• We’re incredibly committed to diversity - As a platform that cares about advancing social progress, we understand that it’s vital to center those who have these lived experiences. Our team is predominantly POC, Women + Nonbinary, and LGBTQIA, shattering the norms for media companies across the board.
• We care deeply, but still have fun - We choose to operate and act with optimism and joy. We remain hopeful and treat each other with care and kindness. It’s the only way we can sustain the work we do.
• We’re committed to growing personally - Our work is based on the premise that people, systems, and ideas can grow. Within our team, we all aim to grow, whether that be our skills, perspectives, mindsets, or relationships.