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ABOUT CAMPBELL & COMPANY

Campbell & Company is a national consulting firm that serves nonprofit organizations and institutions in all sectors, including education, environment, healthcare, human services, arts and culture, associations and membership organizations, and civic and public affairs. The firm has offices in Chicago and Seattle with regional staff in the Midwest and along the East and West Coasts. Our team-based approach enhances our work and is built into our company's structure as a 100 percent employee-owned firm.

We work with organizations at critical points in their growth and development, when our expertise and partnership can have a powerful impact. We assemble versatile teams for every client engagement, working to address the challenges from every angle and crafting clear, integrated solutions.

Learn more about Campbell & Company on our website.

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Vice President & Manager of Client Experience, the Copywriter focuses on analytical and creative writing for fundraising and nonprofit communications. This role serves as the primary writer for client reports and as a contributing writer on campaign messaging and related deliverables. The role also includes client facilitation roles with the support and direction of other team members. The Copywriter is dedicated to outstanding client satisfaction and demonstrates critical thinking by interpreting and addressing each client's respective needs. This role blends analysis, writing, project management, and collaboration to drive consistent, high-value deliverables for clients.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Copywriter will have the following responsibilities:

• Lead and partner with project teams on the synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data, distill key themes and ideas, and develop comprehensive reports for clients.
• Work with colleagues and clients to develop messaging for fundraising campaigns and other significant communications.
• Produce copy for client communications in a variety of formats, including brochures, digital presentations, web, and video.
• Analyze a variety of client-related data and materials to identify key findings and messages.
• Develop client-facing presentations and participate in interviews related to messaging and communications direction with senior client leadership and staff both individually and in small-group settings and join team presentations to client leadership.
• Provide day-to-day internal project management for deliverables; manage timelines and review processes
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality through proofreading, copyediting, and review of client and internal deliverables.
• Collaborate across teams to develop recommendations, solve problems, share knowledge, and support integrated client service.
• Maintain and improve communications tools, templates, methodologies, and best practices.
• Participate actively in firm initiatives, meetings, workgroups, and professional development opportunities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, industry awareness, professional growth, and firm values.

The Copywriter may be assigned additional relevant job-specific duties and responsibilities as needed.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Success in this role will be measured by several key performance indicators including:

• Ability to manage workflows in line with goals for billable and non-billable time, working to project budgets.
• Demonstrating strong communication and project management skills with internal teams and clients, managing projects to schedule.
• Consistently and efficiently delivering quality work on core/standard services.
• Building trusting relationships by engaging regularly with clients and colleagues, demonstrating a strong understanding of our services and client needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission, and are highly motivated to change lives through meaningful work. This opportunity requires residence in the Chicago, IL area and a minimum of 2 days per week in person and/or on site with clients. In addition, the successful candidate will possess the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in a related discipline is required from an accredited college or university.
• 3-5 years of experience in a writing-focused role in a collaborative/team-based environment.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong technical/business writing and analytical skills.
• Exceptional persuasive and expressive writing skills with the ability to listen and adapt to each unique client brand, voice, and tone.
• Comfort and skill participating in team-based work processes and facilitating discussions of communications work.
• A collaborative work style with an open-minded attitude toward feedback.
• The ability to work independently to manage deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to solve problems.
• Project management skills and attention to detail.
• Professional experience in the nonprofit sector is not required, although a passion for the nonprofit sector is essential.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Requirements: This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. This is a largely sedentary role. Campbell & Company will provide reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals to perform the role.
• Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This position is based in the Chicago, IL office and serves as part of the Midwest team. This role requires a minimum of 2 days per week in the office and/or onsite with clients (may include up to 20% of travel time with clients).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $70,000-75,000. In addition, Campbell & Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Profit Sharing Program
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Transportation and parking FSAs
• Commuter program
• Long-term disability coverage
• Leaves of absence
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteer time off (VTO)

APPLICATION

To be considered, please apply via our website. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Campbell & Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are proud to partner with nonprofits to advance justice, opportunity, and equity throughout our society and we bring this same commitment to our practices and culture as a company. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Campbell & Company complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the People & Culture department via our website