Application Guide
How to Apply for Associate Content Strategist
at MissionWired
🏢 About MissionWired
MissionWired is a mission-driven agency that has helped nonprofits and progressive political campaigns raise over $4.5 billion in donations. Working here means contributing to world-changing causes like Sandy Hook Promise and Human Rights Watch, with a fully remote team that values creativity and impact.
About This Role
As an Associate Content Strategist, you'll craft compelling copy across email, SMS, web, ads, and social media for high-impact organizations. Your work directly drives donations and advocacy, making a tangible difference while honing your voice in a collaborative, data-informed environment.
💡 A Day in the Life
Start your day reviewing email performance metrics from yesterday’s sends, then draft a new email series for a client while incorporating feedback from the account team. After a midday brainstorm for an upcoming SMS campaign, you’ll revise social copy based on A/B test results and wrap up by collaborating with designers on a landing page.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who MissionWired Is Looking For
- Has introductory experience writing in someone else’s voice—e.g., drafting speeches, emails for a team, or content for a school publication.
- Brings bold, out-of-the-box ideas and isn’t afraid to suggest creative approaches in brainstorms.
- Is comfortable receiving and incorporating feedback, both in writing and during live edits.
- Is deeply curious about language and analytics, eager to test and iterate based on performance data.
📝 Tips for Applying to MissionWired
Showcase a specific example of writing in another person’s or organization’s voice (e.g., a mock email for a nonprofit).
Highlight any experience with A/B testing or data-driven copy decisions, even from internships or class projects.
Tailor your portfolio to include diverse formats: email, social, short-form, and long-form copy.
Emphasize your passion for progressive causes—mention specific nonprofits or campaigns you admire.
In your cover letter, propose a quick sample of how you’d rewrite a call-to-action for a MissionWired client.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your ability to adapt your writing voice to different organizations while maintaining authenticity.', 'A specific example of how you used data or feedback to improve copy performance.', 'Your enthusiasm for MissionWired’s mission and clients (reference a specific client like Save the Children).', 'Your comfort with fast-paced, deadline-driven work and collaborative feedback loops.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Read MissionWired’s blog or case studies on their website to understand their strategy and voice.
- → Review recent campaigns from their clients (e.g., Sandy Hook Promise or Human Rights Watch) to see their messaging.
- → Familiarize yourself with the nonprofit fundraising landscape and common metrics (e.g., open rate, conversion rate).
- → Learn about MissionWired’s culture by checking their LinkedIn or Glassdoor for employee insights.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn’t mention MissionWired or its clients.
- Overemphasizing academic writing without showcasing versatile, audience-aware copy.
- Being defensive about edits during the interview—show openness to collaboration instead.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!