The National Center for Urban Solutions - NCUS · 4 weeks ago
Freelance Writer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS) Enterprises is dedicated to transforming lives and communities through education, workforce development, and wellness. The Freelance Writer will develop high-quality content that amplifies NCUS’s impact, collaborating with the Director of Communications to publish stories and elevate the company's presence in media.
EducationVirtual Workforce
Responsibilities
Develop compelling, human-centered stories that showcase NCUS’s impact across workforce development, health equity, education, financial empowerment, and socioeconomics
Create policy-centered storytelling, issue briefs, and advocacy articles that translate complex policy topics into accessible narratives aligned with NCUS’s mission
Craft stories that highlight health disparities, community wellness efforts, prevention initiatives, and the impact of NCUS’s health programming
Capture the impact of NCUS’s workforce and education pathways, including certifications, partnerships, credentialing, and career placements
Write engaging content that supports financial literacy and wealth-building
Collaborate with the Director of Communications and Public Relations to pitch stories to gain media coverage
Monitor emerging issues, including public policy developments, economic shifts, health news, and socioeconomic topics, to write timely and relevant stories
Proactively identify awareness months, national observances, and trend opportunities to propose high-impact stories that elevate NCUS’s visibility
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, english, or a related field
Minimum two years of experience in nonprofit, corporate, or mission-driven communications
Experience writing in AP style
Media relations expertise, including pitching stories, cultivating journalist relationships, and securing earned media coverage
Exceptional writing and editing skills with a strong narrative voice
Preferred
Proven ability to translate complex ideas into accessible
Experience in a newsroom
Relationships with journalist, reporters, and industry analyst
Deep commitment to equity, nonprofits, and community empowerment
Company
The National Center for Urban Solutions - NCUS
National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS) is a diversified social enterprise with an interdisciplinary approach to solving the needs of urban and underrepresented communities in health, workforce, and education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
J
John H. Gregory
Founder and CEO
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