Copywriter, Freelance
Who We Are:
Omaze is a for-profit cause marketplace that is revolutionizing the philanthropic space. We serve world changers – all people who want to make a difference in the lives of others – by providing fun and easy ways to raise money for causes that have a positive and lasting impact around the globe. Omaze campaigns have featured top celebrities, Robert Downey Jr., George Clooney, Jennifer Lawrence, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, John Legend, and have included crushing things in a tank with Arnold, riding in an RV with the cast of Breaking Bad and our latest Omazeing experience – having a champagne toast with Henry Cavill in London.
- Matt and Ben take shots at each other (for charity)
- John Legend Dog Wedding
- Channing Tatum Dances at Prank Magic Mike XXL Screening
- Arnold Schwarzenegger: Will It Crush?
Our mission is to build a community that leverages the power of story and technology to transform lives and since launching in 2012 we have impacted over 100 charities and received donations from 160+ countries. So if you’re passionate, smart, fun and looking to use your talent to make a difference in the world then this is the company for you. Love of dogs is also critical. Meet Chief, he actually runs the place.
Who We’re Seeking:
A talented comedy copywriter to shape the creative strategy of our campaigns and lend their voice to a broad range of original content spanning video, social media, email and site copy.
Key responsibilities:
- Produce original video scripts and social media content that excite our celebrity and non-profit partners, engage their fans, and maybe even win them a few new ones
- Create site copy, marketing emails and blog posts with consistent style and coherence, while adhering to strict deadlines
- Capture the broad range of voices of our charity and celebrity partners with copy that is on-brand, engaging, and often hilarious
- Work with our marketing and campaign teams to maintain a consistent creative strategy as unique as each fundraising experience
Our Ideal Candidate:
- You have 2+ years of relevant experience, with an emphasis on comedic video script writing
- You work well with others and welcome constructive feedback
- Your fantastic attention to detail prevails, even in the tightest of deadlines
- You take inittiative, and are not afraid to stop and ask questions like, ‘Did they misspell “initiative” back there?’ (Good catch)
- You are passionate about pop culture, but won’t spoil last night’s episode
- You have a passion for sports that lives between favorite team colors and full-on face paint
- You take your work seriously but not yourself
- You love people and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
To apply:
- Got a portfolio? A blog? An article you wrote that that will make us laugh, cry, and think; all at the same time? Send us a link
- Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you would be an ideal fit. Include your dream Omaze experience and which cause it would benefit.