Overview

The Humane League is an international farm animal advocacy group that fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem-solving. We have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, The Humane League has positioned itself for sustained growth and success in our mission to reduce the suffering of farm animals. We have a current staff size of 50+ dispersed across the US and internationally.

We’re looking for an experienced, talented and inspired writer who can help bring our message to a larger audience. This is a temporary contract role at a rate of $25 per hour. Please provide a professional, published portfolio of relevant writing samples with your resume.

Your Opportunity

As we grow and expand our reach, we need professional writing talent to support several key strategic initiatives. You will help us with a number of projects related to our work on behalf of farm animals.

  • Develop compelling content for a website related to compassionate food choices
  • Create a standalone compassionate eating guide–approximately 10 pages
  • Write other original content as needed, which may include e-mails, blogs, magazine articles, etc.

Qualifications

You’re a detail-oriented writer who can research topics and then spin an engaging story.  You are skilled at teasing out direction from internal clients, and you’re able to produce quality work on tight deadlines.

  • Writing/publishing experience and strong English grammar skills
  • Previous work related to animal protection, compassionate lifestyles or animal rights
  • Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style and adaptable to company-specific style guides
  • Ability to complete project on an established deadline

The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.