C2G Strategies: Contract Political Fundraising Copywriter (Progressive)

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Remote

Type: Contract

Time Commitment: ~20 hours per week

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced political fundraising copywriter to support progressive campaigns and organizations through compelling, urgent, and values-driven written content. This is a contract position for someone who ** understands both journalistic storytelling** and the mechanics of digital** political fundraising**.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a background in journalism or political communications who can translate breaking news, opposition threats, and campaign moments into high-performing fundraising copy.

Responsibilities

* Write and edit persuasive **fundraising emails, SMS messages, and digital appeals**

* Rapidly respond to news cycles and political developments with clear, compelling copy

* Collaborate with campaign strategists to develop messaging arcs and fundraising narratives

* Adapt tone and content for different audiences, including base supporters and newer lists

* Revise copy based on performance feedback and strategic goals

* Occasionally assist with messaging for landing pages, donation forms, or social content as needed

Required Qualifications

Proven experience writing political fundraising copy (campaigns, PACs, or progressive organizations)

Background in journalism, political reporting, or editorial writing

Strong understanding of progressive politics and Democratic campaign environments

Ability to write quickly, clearly, and persuasively under tight deadlines

Comfort working independently in a fast-moving political environment

Excellent attention to detail and editorial judgment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working on statewide or federal campaigns

Familiarity with A/B testing, subject line strategy, and conversion-driven copy

Experience writing for email and SMS fundraising platforms

Ability to balance urgency with credibility and narrative integrity

Time Commitment & Availability

Approximately 20 hours per week

Ideally available to start immediately

Some flexibility to respond to breaking political moments

Compensation

Competitive hourly or weekly contract rate, commensurate with experience

How to Apply

Please submit:

A brief note describing your relevant experience

Writing samples of prior political fundraising messaging and campaign-related work