2 Writing-Editing-Publishing jobs

Position Objective: To research and coordinate special projects related to PETA's campaign work nationally and internationally   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Independently manage projects for PETA's campaigns, including conducting research and writing analyses • Develop and execute initiatives to push animal rights issues into the media spotlight • Draft letters, talking points, and other documents • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: • Degree in a related field or equivalent experience • Minimum of four years of relevant experience • Proven ability to produce exceptional, accurate research and analysis • Proven thorough knowledge of all animal rights issues and PETA campaigns • Proven exceptional verbal communication skills • Proven excellent writing and editing abilities • Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail • Demonstrated ability to make sound judgments and work independently • Adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle • Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow through • Commitment to the objectives of the organization

Position Objectives: To write advocacy and fundraising copy for PETA and its international affiliates.   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Write and revise direct mail and email appeals, acknowledgment letters, progress reports, and other fundraising copy • Create new and revised advocacy copy to respond to members and prospects who contact PETA or its international affiliates • Create internal reports to help staff in their work with donors and prospects • Monitor PETA affiliate websites and fundraising appeals and proactively suggest and develop new advocacy copy • Write talking points to guide staff in verbal conversations about programs of PETA and its international affiliates • Assist with preparation of scripts for fundraising and membership events • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: • Degree in a related field or equivalent experience • Minimum of one year of professional writing experience, which may include writing for newspapers, magazines, or other publications • Experience writing email and web communications (enews, blogs, etc) • Experience with fundraising appeals, acknowledgments, scripts desired • Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and campaigns of PETA and its international affiliates • Proven ability to meet deadlines while under pressure • Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail • Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner • Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow through • Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues • Commitment to the objectives of the organization