[Remote] Content Writer (US-Based, Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Animal Welfare Investigations Project (AWIP) is an international, investigations-led animal protection organisation. They are seeking a Content Writer to support and scale digital campaigning and supporter engagement across the United States, focusing on producing emotionally compelling content quickly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Write high-emotion petitions, supporter appeals, and calls to action
• Draft urgent campaign emails, breaking updates, and follow-up chasers
• Translate investigation and court updates into clear, compelling supporter messaging
• Write social media copy aligned with active campaigns and enforcement outcomes
• Deliver consistent, publish-ready copy to tight deadlines
• Maintain AWIP’s distinctive voice: urgent, direct, justice-focused, and mission-led
• Support the organisation’s Content Lab, helping build a pipeline of planned and evergreen content
• Adapt copy for different supporter segments and levels of engagement
• Respond rapidly to breaking developments such as: Court hearings, verdicts, and legal updates
• Live investigations and enforcement actions
• Rescue operations or urgent intelligence updates
• Produce publish-ready copy within 30–60 minutes when required
• Monitor internal channels during priority moments and act quickly on direction
• Work calmly and accurately under pressure without sacrificing emotional impact

Skills

• Must be based in the United States and legally authorised to work in the U.S
• Proven experience writing emotional, persuasive content (advocacy, fundraising, campaigning, or direct response)
• Strong ability to write with urgency, clarity, and conviction
• Comfortable working with sensitive and distressing subject matter related to animal cruelty
• Excellent written English and attention to detail
• Ability to edit and prepare images using Photoshop, Canva, or similar tools to support digital campaigns and social content
• Ability to manage multiple pieces of content and meet rapid deadlines in a remote environment
• Genuine dedication and commitment to the animal protection cause, and alignment with AWIP's mission to investigate, disrupt, protect, and rescue
• Experience in nonprofit campaigning, advocacy, or supporter communications
• Familiarity with petitions, donor or supporter appeals, or email campaigning
• Background in campaigning, journalism, or fast-paced advocacy or newsroom environments
• Understanding of U.S. nonprofit or activist audiences
• A vegan or vegetarian lifestyle is strongly aligned with our mission and culture and is therefore highly preferred

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