Copywriter

Elevation ChurchMatthews, North CarolinaOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 4 days ago

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About this role

At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website ( www.elevationchurch.org ) to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Write and edit copy for emails, websites, social media, marketing, and printed materials
- Ideate titles and descriptions for YouTube content and TV series
- Develop language for impact campaigns - driving growth, engagement, & connection
- Craft long-form content such as devotionals, print pieces, and ministry updates that foster spiritual connection
- Write talking points and guide the language for social video pieces, TV pieces, and impact videos.
- Pitch fresh content ideas that support online and in-person ministry expressions
- Create copy that aligns with Elevation’s creative standards
- Analyze copy impact across platforms and optimize accordingly

MUST-HAVES

- Proven ability to write in a clear, engaging, conversational tone, consistent with the Elevation Church voice
- Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of copywriting work
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once, communicate clearly, and meet deadlines
- Awareness of culture and trends, with the ability to write with relevance and range
- Highly motivated, flexible, and collaborative - someone who loves being part of a creative team

NICE-TO-HAVES

- Experience working in a church, nonprofit, or purpose-driven organization
- Familiarity with digital marketing strategies and ad copy best practices
- Background in creative writing, journalism, marketing, or communications

DAY-TO-DAY

- We’re a Sunday-Thursday work environment . Monday-Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
- There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast-paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - adaptability is a key competence for us.
- Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to have some fun !
- You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people. Professional development opportunities will be all around you , both in structured and unstructured ways.
- We expect you to be disciplined in your spiritual practices - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.
- Bring your full self to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.

BENEFITS

- Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff
- 403b with 4% match
- Dental & Vision benefits
- Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
- Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
- Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)