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Zoological Society of San Diego Philanthropy Senior Editor - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance in San Diego, California
Philanthropy Senior Editor - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
1455 Frazee Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA Req #3442
Monday, June 3, 2024
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Philanthropy Senior Editor researches, develops, writes, and edits compelling content in digital, print, and live presentation format on behalf of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's Philanthropy and Marketing departments. This position reports to the Purpose Communications Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Create unique, compelling, and engaging content for all organizational materials that effectively communicates the story of the organization’s mission and vision.
Leads Philanthropy’s editorial team and interfaces daily the with Marketing and Philanthropy teams
Play a strategic role in the ongoing growth of the organization’s fundraising campaign results.
Develops content in a manner that drives donor engagement and response
Develops stewardship pieces and an integrated mix of strategic donor communications that equip the Philanthropy team to achieve campaign and annual revenue targets
Edits content and proofreads a variety of communication types, and works closely with Design team to ensure collaborative success.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Philanthropy Senior Editor is a dynamic leader managing the full spectrum of philanthropy communications from strategic planning through tactical execution and analysis. In this role, you’ll leverage communications to share lifechanging stories of our local and global conservation efforts, help garner support for initiatives at the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and more. You are comfortable and adept at working with people at all levels of an organization, including senior executives. As the liaison between philanthropy and marketing, this position is critical to the success of the goals and vision of both departments. You’ll manage and mentor a team of Philanthropy Writers, editing their work and ensuring philanthropic and fundraising best practices are used while keeping communications in alignment with brand voice.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Must have prior experience in copywriting, editing, and content marketing.
Experience developing and crafting copy for nonprofit fundraising, advocacy, and target-driven donor response required.
Editorial experience required.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in communication, journalism or related field and/or equivalent specialized training required.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Fundraising communication tactics and best practices knowledge required.
Reader or audience appeal knowledge.
Strong functional knowledge of editing, grammar, and writing rules.
Able to clearly communicate to internal and external stakeholders both orally and in writing.
Able to use Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to remain adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines to meet business needs.
Able to collaborate and work effectively with others in a diverse team environment.
Ability to use a variety of project management software including Freshdesk and Airtable.
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Family Passes
Complimentary Tickets
Local and In-House Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Salaried Full -Time Benefited Exempt Position
Salary Range: $78,400 - $86,680
Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.
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- 1455 Frazee Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA