Senior Editor & Fundraising Strategist

About the role

We are seeking a senior editor & fundraising strategist to oversee all editorial elements of our US supporter program during a 6-month maternity leave. The Guardian is considered an industry leader in reader-supported journalism models, and our readers play a crucial role in funding our independent journalism through voluntary contributions. Their support has enabled the Guardian to substantially grow its US presence in recent years.

Key responsibilities

• Write compelling, effective fundraising messages across digital channels that connect to the news cycle and the Guardian's mission and values
• Oversee the Guardian's US email fundraising program
• Commission and edit fundraising copy from Guardian reporters, editors and opinion columnists
• Review copy produced by marketing teams to ensure it fits with the Guardian's voice and values
• Help conceive of and run the Guardian's year end fundraising campaign Oct-Dec
• Oversee and craft a messaging testing program across digital channels
• Identifying news-driven opportunities for driving and motivating reader support

Key skills and experience

• Min 8 years experience working in an editorial capacity in a newsroom, and/or in digital fundraising or mission-driven digital campaigning or marketing
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Experience with cross-platform digital fundraising, including testing methods
• Experience working with senior stakeholders across an organization
• Creative thinker; ability to generate innovative ideas to connect with readers and grow our US supporter base
• Exceptional knowledge of the US media and political environment; strong understanding of journalism business models, growth strategy, reader revenue and audience engagement; familiarity with the Guardian brand and mission

How to apply

We know there are great candidates who might not check all these boxes or who possess important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you, we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself.

All candidates interested in applying should upload a resume and cover letter.

Compensation and benefits

• 25 days of vacation leave in addition to 12 company holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 401(k) Match
• Subsidized healthcare coverage including medical, vision, and dental
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous parental leave with 100% pay
• Long Term and Short Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Work/Life balance: Flexible hybrid schedule
• Culture & wellbeing: Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Learning & development: Encouragement of personal and professional growth
• Sustainability: Signed up to a sustainability vision and strategy to reach it