Substack Content Creator (blog, newsletter)

The Substack Content Creator is the voice of the organization’s digital community. This role focuses on crafting compelling narratives, sharing organizational updates, and managing a recurring newsletter that keeps donors, volunteers, and partners engaged. You will be responsible for the end-to-end production of the Substack publication, ensuring a consistent and professional brand presence.

Responsibilities

Editorial Planning: Develop and maintain a monthly content calendar.

Content Creation: Write, edit, and format 2–4 high-quality posts per month (articles, interviews, or news updates).

Newsletter Management: Curate and send periodic email newsletters to the subscriber list.

Audience Engagement: Monitor and respond to comments; implement strategies to grow the subscriber base.

Analysis: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) like open rates and click-through rates to improve content strategy.

Benefits

Portfolio Growth: Build a public body of work on a leading publishing platform.

Networking: Connect with leaders, volunteers, and stakeholders in the non-profit space.

Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, community management, and professional storytelling.

Impact: Directly contribute to the organization’s growth by increasing visibility and donor engagement.

Qualifications

Writing Excellence: Strong command of grammar, tone, and storytelling.

Technical Savvy: Familiarity with the Substack platform (or a willingness to learn) and basic digital formatting.

Self-Starter: Ability to work independently and meet deadlines without constant supervision.

Collaborative Spirit: Comfortable interviewing team members or subjects to gather information for stories.