Contract Marketing Copywriter - Consultant

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Tigard OR or remote US location - Tigard, OR 00000Position Type: ConsultantTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: MarketingFull RFP Download Here   Issued by: Medical Teams International  Proposal Due Date: March 20, 2026  Anticipated Start Date: March 26, 2026  Purpose of This RFP  Medical Teams International is seeking proposals from qualified Copywriters (individual contractors) to support the organization’s brand positioning, fundraising growth, church and volunteer engagement strategies, and PR initiatives.  This contract role will help shape and articulate a clear, compelling, and mission-aligned voice for Medical Teams — strengthening how we communicate life-saving medical care to donors, churches, partners, and the broader public.  The Copywriter will play a strategic role in refining messaging frameworks, developing revenue-generating fundraising campaigns, supporting integrated brand and PR initiatives that increase awareness, and creating practical resources that equip churches and supporters to engage meaningfully with the mission.  The purpose of this role is to deliver cohesive, persuasive messaging that:  Strengthens brand clarity and purpose   Supports integrated brand campaigns and marketing materials   Supports Media Relations efforts  Drives fundraising growth across multi-channel campaigns  Supports the mobilization of supporters and volunteers  Equips internal teams with clear, consistent messaging tools This role ensures that Medical Teams communicates with one unified, confident voice across fundraising, brand, mobilization, and external communications.  This is a contract position working in close collaboration with the Chief Marketing & Mobilization Officer (CMMO) and Director, Marketing, and Marketing Manager  Scope of Work  The Copywriter will support Medical Teams' brand and marketing efforts through strategic, clear, and compelling writing across channels. This role will contribute to the organization’s rebrand — including refinement of brand voice, messaging pillars, and positioning — while also supporting key marketing initiatives, including fundraising campaigns, direct response, digital marketing, advertising, events, PR, donor communications, and church engagement.   Through this scope of work, the Copywriter will develop messaging and practical resources that equip churches, supporters, and partners to engage meaningfully in delivering life-saving health care, translating Medical Teams’ global impact into stories and tools that inspire prayer, generosity, advocacy, and partnership.  Primary Responsibilities  Partner closely with the CMMO, Director, Marketing and Marketing Manager and other marketing team members to execute copy assignments that support integrated campaigns, fundraising initiatives, digital marketing, advertising, events, church partnership, and media relations efforts  Contribute to the rebrand process, including refinement of brand voice, positioning, messaging pillars, and key audience messaging, ensuring alignment across all marketing initiatives  Collaborate with the marketing team to develop campaign messaging and write copy for direct mail, email, digital advertising, landing pages, marketing storytelling, website content, brochures, presentations, social media, annual reports, and event materials  Support donor acquisition, retention, and sustainer marketing efforts with clear, persuasive, response-driven copy aligned with campaign goals  Develop and adapt messaging for church partners, including campaign toolkits, speaking materials, email templates, bulletin inserts, and faith-forward storytelling that equips pastors and congregations to engage with Medical Teams’ mission.  Help translate programmatic, field, and executive content into audience-appropriate messaging  Work cross-functionally with designers, digital staff, and external vendors to ensure cohesive storytelling and consistency between visual and written brand expressions  Review and edit existing materials as needed to improve clarity, consistency, and alignment with brand voice and campaign objectives  Ensure all content reflects Medical Teams’ mission, values, and faith-based identity while remaining accessible and compelling to diverse audiences  Key Focus Areas   Brand Messaging Foundation   Focus: Establish strategic clarity, alignment, and foundational messaging frameworks to guide all communications and events.  Campaign Messaging Activation  Focus: Apply updated messaging to active fundraising and external campaigns, including events.  Growth & Integrated Messaging  Focus: Scale messaging across major fall fundraising and brand campaigns, ensuring integration across channels, including events.  Ongoing Copywriting Requests & Refinement  Focus: Optimize messaging based on performance insights, support emerging initiatives, and maintain sustained brand alignment.  Project Deliverables  Stakeholder interviews (i.e., Executive Leadership, Philanthropy / Fundraising, Marketing, PR & Communications, Church & Mobilization, Programs / Field Operations)  Messaging audit summary and insights report  PR and brand relaunch messaging support  Enhancements to brand voice and tone guidelines  Audience-specific key messages (donors, churches, partners, media)  Multi-channel fundraising campaign copy (i.e., Emergency/Disaster Response, Easter/Spring, Summer Gap, Fall Major, GivingTuesday, Sustainer, Calendar Year-End)  Multi-channel brand campaign copy (i.e., Always-On brand messaging, Corporate Partnerships, Church Mobilization, Vision Trips, Advocacy initiatives)  Church engagement toolkits and campaign resources  Sustainer positioning and donor journey messaging updates  Digital campaign copy (email, landing pages, advertising, SMS)  Internal messaging playbook and copy standards guide  Ongoing copy support and performance-informed messaging refinements  Proposal Requirements  Proposals should include the following:  Overview & Approach  A summary of your background, design philosophy, and approach to supporting mission-driven organizations.  Relevant Experience  Description of comparable brand and design work, particularly in areas such as logo development and refinement, visual storytelling, environmental and signage systems, digital and print execution, branded materials (i.e., swag), and longer-form publications such as annual or impact reports.  Portfolio  A link to a portfolio highlighting relevant projects. Please note which pieces best reflect senior-level thinking and brand execution.  Availability & Engagement Model  Estimated availability, preferred contract structure, and typical turnaround expectations.  Pricing  Monthly rates only Submission Instructions  This RFP is being shared through direct outreach and external posting for 7 days. The due date is noon on 20 March 2026.  If you are interested in moving forward, please upload the requested materials and proposal at the Paycom Apply link.  QualificationsDesired Qualifications Proposals should demonstrate the following:  15+ years of professional copywriting experience  Nonprofit, faith-based, experience required  A strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in storytelling, brand voice development, and persuasive fundraising copy  Experience writing for both print and digital channels, including direct mail, email, web, advertising, SMS, and multi-channel campaign materials  Ability to write within established brand guidelines while helping refine and evolve voice, positioning, and messaging frameworks  Experience supporting media relations initiatives and brand campaigns with aligned messaging and spokesperson materials  Demonstrated experience developing training programs and engagement resources, including speaker scripts, presentation decks (PPT), facilitation guides, church toolkits, and practical materials that equip churches and supporters to engage meaningfully  Comfort collaborating closely with marketers, designers, church partnership staff, philanthropy staff, program staff, and organizational leadership  Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines  Experience writing response-driven fundraising copy (donor acquisition, retention, sustainer marketing)   Proficiency working in shared, cloud-based environments and content management systems; familiarity with project management platforms is helpful  Engagement Details  Medical Teams International anticipates this role will be engaged on a contract basis, with an estimated workload of 40 hours per week.   This role will include:  Ongoing copywriting support  Project-based assignments  Participation in creative reviews and planning meetings  Evaluation Criteria  Proposals will be evaluated based on:  Quality and relevance of portfolio  Alignment with Medical Teams International’s mission and values  Demonstrated senior-level design thinking  Communication and collaboration approach  Cost and overall value  Evaluation Process: Shortlisted bidders may be invited to discuss their proposals in more detail at Medical Teams’ discretion. Medical Teams reserves the right to keep all evaluation details confidential and to select the successful RFP. Proposals will be evaluated through documented review of all relevant criteria by qualified Medical Teams staff, as required by the Medical Teams Global Procurement Policy. Medical Teams reserves the right to award in full, part, or not at all, any submission; and to re-publish the RFP.   Value for money is important to Medical Teams International, and all decisions will be made to ensure funds dispensed are used in the most effective and efficient manner. Medical Teams International may award multiple contracts, and all contracts will be non-exclusive.   Payment: Medical Teams International’s standard payment terms are Net 30 or acceptance of Goods/Services/Works, whichever is later.