Job Summary: The California Community Foundation is looking for an experienced writer and editor to advance our mission of leading systemic change to strengthen Los Angeles communities. We seek a writer and editor with a strong understanding of how clearly communicating with multiple audiences is vital to the success of our programs. Experience as a reporter or editor at a news organization is preferred, as is previous work in media relations. The ability to collaborate on teams both within and outside the organization and ease in adapting to quickly evolving projects are essential. Deep knowledge of communities served by the foundation is also important.
Pertinent Information:
Starting salary range: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00/annually
This is a Full-Time, Exempt position located in Los Angeles, CA. The person in this position will be required to work in the office over their first 100 days. Following the first 100 days, staff have the flexibility to work two (2) days remotely. Mandatory in-office workdays are Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
Only applicants who submit a cover letter will be considered.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Communications Responsibilities:
General: As appropriate, assists other departments and works as a member of interdepartmental teams to ensure the effective and efficient operations of CCF. At all times, demonstrates cooperative behavior with supervisors and coworkers. Other duties as assigned, dependent on organizational needs and employee skills.
Teamwork/Customer Relations Responsibilities
Job Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Communication Skills: Superior written, verbal and presentation skills required. Ability to write, edit and copyedit creatively and persuasively, distilling complex concepts into easy-to-understand information. Ability to integrate film, video, audio and photography into compelling communications. Spanish, Mandarin or Vietnamese language proficiency is a plus.
Technology Skills: Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite WordPress is a plus.
Problem Solving Skills: Must be an efficient, well organized, detail-oriented, creative, energetic, flexible, problem-solver who can handle multiple requests and tasks. Strong service orientation necessary.
Management Skills: Ability to recruit, retain, motivate, and develop talented individuals and engage them in collaborative achievement of personal, departmental, and organizational goals. Ability to clearly communicate expectations and decisions, demonstrating good judgment and sensitivity.
Teamwork and General Skills: Ability to work well independently and as team member. Ability to take initiative and follow tasks through to completion. Ability to lead a cross functional team toward CCF's goals, leveraging each team member's skill set.
Working Conditions:
Disclaimer: This description should not be construed to contain every function or responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job classification. This job description is intended to be general and will evolve over time. The description is subject to periodic updating. At management’s discretion, the employee may be assigned different or additional duties from time to time.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The California Community Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Summary: The California Community Foundation is looking for an experienced writer and editor to advance our mission of leading systemic change to strengthen Los Angeles communities. We seek a writer and editor with a strong understanding of how clearly communicating with multiple audiences is vital to the success of our programs. Experience as a reporter or editor at a news organization is preferred, as is previous work in media relations. The ability to collaborate on teams both within and outside the organization and ease in adapting to quickly evolving projects are essential. Deep knowledge of communities served by the foundation is also important.
Pertinent Information:
Starting salary range: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00/annually
This is a Full-Time, Exempt position located in Los Angeles, CA. The person in this position will be required to work in the office over their first 100 days. Following the first 100 days, staff have the flexibility to work two (2…
Employee Benefits:
California Community Foundation (CCF) is proud to offer a generous benefits package. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans are provided at no cost for all full-time staff. CCF contributes 10% of all full-time employee's salaries into our 403b retirement plan. CCF subsidizes monthly transit passes for staff who commute via public transportation. CCF also offers an assortment of snacks available to all staff in our breakrooms, and an on-site fitness center.
After one year of service, all full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement of up to $15,000 for higher education. CCF also offers student loan repayment support of $100 per month for all full-time employees after one year of service.
Employee Benefits:
California Community Foundation (CCF) is proud to offer a generous benefits package. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans are provided at no cost for all full-time staff. CCF contributes 10% of all full-time employee's salaries into our 403b retirement plan. CCF subsidizes monthly transit passes for staff who commute via public transportation. CCF also offers an assortment of snacks available to all staff in our breakrooms, and an on-site fitness center.
After one year of service, all full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement of up to $15,000 for higher education. CCF also offers student loan repayment support of $100 per month for all full-time employees after one year of service.
Spanish, Mandarin or Vietnamese language proficiency is a plus.
Spanish, Mandarin or Vietnamese language proficiency is a plus.