Zeta Charter Schools is hiring a Senior Writer & Content Strategist to join our mission-driven team. This individual contributor role focuses primarily on written content production (70%) with strategic messaging support (30%). Reporting to the Managing Director of Engagement & Impact, you will produce high-volume, high-quality communications for families and internal teams, translating complex updates into clear, love-driven messaging that builds trust.
What You'll Do
- Lead the drafting and refinement of high-volume family-facing communications, including emails, recurring parent communications, website content, enrollment materials, and informational resources.
- Translate complex operational or academic updates into clear, accessible, and love-driven messaging that builds family trust and strengthens belonging.
- Draft internal communications for Network and School teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and disciplined adherence to stakeholder communication sequencing.
- Ghostwrite thought leadership pieces, speeches, and public-facing content in the voice of the CEO and other senior leaders.
- Review and refine press releases drafted by external PR partners to ensure clarity, tone alignment, and narrative coherence.
- Manage multiple concurrent writing projects with clear ownership, reliable follow-through, and attention to detail.
- Operate effectively within structured project management systems, meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality.
- Incorporate feedback quickly and thoughtfully, elevating work through iteration.
- Contribute to editorial calendars and messaging plans in partnership with Marketing and Outreach teams.
- Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean scale-up team, supporting the work of others and taking on new projects as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 7–10 years of professional writing experience with a demonstrated record of consistently producing high-quality written content in fast-paced, mission-driven environments.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills across both long-form and short-form formats, with a portfolio that reflects clarity, structure, and audience awareness.
- A proven track record of shipping high-quality written work on tight timelines.
- Experience ghostwriting for senior leaders or executives.
- Strong organizational habits and the ability to independently manage deadlines and competing priorities.
- Comfort balancing strategic thinking with disciplined execution.
- A growth mindset and willingness to continuously refine craft in response to feedback.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in English, Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, or a related field.
- Experience in K–12 education or charter schools.
Technical Stack
- Asana
Team & Environment
This is an individual contributor role within a lean scale-up team, reporting to the Managing Director of Engagement & Impact.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $90,000-$105,000
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses.
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions from Zeta.
- Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses.
- 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription.
- MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone.
- Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine.
- Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats.
- Books for professional development.
- Clear pathway to professional growth.
- Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates.
- Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team.
- Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming.
Work Mode
This role follows a hybrid work model and is based in New York, NY.
Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.).
