Company Description Esperanza is a faith-based social benefit organization dedicated to strengthening the Hispanic community through practical, community-driven services. Guided by a mission to serve those in greatest need, Esperanza focuses on education, housing and economic development, immigration legal services, job training, and advocacy. Team members collaborate across programs to support equitable access to opportunity and long-term community resilience. Applicants joining Esperanza can expect to work in a values-driven environment that emphasizes service, dignity, and empowerment. The organization offers the chance to contribute directly to impactful initiatives in Philadelphia and beyond.
Role Description The Junior Editor role is a full-time, on-site position based in Philadelphia, PA. The Junior Editor will support the creation, review, and refinement of written materials, including program content, reports, marketing copy, web pages, and community outreach materials. Responsibilities include editing for clarity, tone, and consistency; checking grammar, spelling, and style; and ensuring that content aligns with organizational guidelines and mission. The role involves collaborating with writers, program staff, and communications team members to manage revisions, maintain editorial calendars, and prepare content for publication across print and digital channels. The Junior Editor will also assist with basic research, fact-checking, and formatting to help deliver accurate and accessible information to diverse audiences.
Qualifications
- Strong editing and proofreading abilities, with attention to detail, grammar, and style.
- Solid writing skills, including the ability to refine content for clarity, tone, and audience.
- Basic research and fact-checking skills to support accurate and trustworthy content.
- Familiarity with digital content formats (e.g., web pages, newsletters, social media) and document formatting tools.
- Excellent organizational skills, including time management and the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Effective collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Commitment to Esperanza’s mission and comfort working in a faith-based, community-focused environment.
- Knowledge of or interest in Hispanic community issues; bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly beneficial.
