Copywriter (Freelance)

About Project Healthy Minds Project Healthy Minds is a mental health nonprofit that runs like a tech startup. We are pioneering a first-of-its-kind model: applying technology to address one of the biggest social issues of our time: the growing mental health crisis. We believe in a simple but profound idea: that it should be as easy to find mental health services as it is to book a flight or a restaurant reservation. That's why we're building the world’s first digital marketplace for finding mental health services that are right for you.  To do that, we work with some of the most inspiring and influential leaders in America - business titans, tech entrepreneurs, clinicians and scientists, musicians, artists, athletes, media stars, policymakers, and more - because we believe that the world's most complex challenges require interdisciplinary teams and solutions. We are backed by a powerhouse of industry-leading Board of Directors and Advisory Council Members who are passionate, hands-on, and dive into the important work with us. Learn more at projecthealthyminds.com and @projecthealthyminds on social. About The Role WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We are seeking an experienced Copywriter (Contract) to help develop clear, empathetic, and credible written content focused on mental health education and services. This role will be responsible for producing articles and related content aimed at a general audience that skews towards young adults and parents, translating clinical or technical concepts into language that is accurate, approachable, and useful. The Copywriter will work closely with the Product Marketing & Operations Lead and VP of Product, and will collaborate with PHM’s clinical network for sourcing, fact-checking, and review. This is a hands-on writing role, not a strategy-only or editorial management role. This role is designed for contract-based engagement, and the volume of work may vary over time based on editorial priorities. This is a remote, hourly contract position. HOW YOU'LL DO • Write clear, engaging, and accurate articles and educational content on mental health topics, services, and care navigation • Translate clinically reviewed concepts into accessible language  • Collaborate with PHM’s clinical network to source quotes, insights, and ensure factual accuracy • Partner with clinical reviewers to incorporate feedback and ensure content meets PHM quality standards • Use SEO tools to review drafts for keyword usage, readability, and search optimization, and revise accordingly • Work with PHM’s Creative team to help shape supporting visual assets (photography and occasional video concepts) that align with written pieces • Revise and iterate on content based on editorial feedback, performance insights, and evolving priorities HOW YOU'LL BRING • Proven experience writing about mental health, healthcare, or health education topics for a general audience • Strong ability to explain complex or sensitive topics with clarity, empathy, and accuracy • Excellent writing and editing skills, with attention to tone, structure, and audience fit • Experience working with subject-matter experts (e.g., clinicians, researchers) and incorporating feedback • Familiarity with SEO best practices and use of SEO tools to optimize content • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage drafts, revisions, and deadlines independently • Comfort working in a collaborative, feedback-driven environment NICE TO HAVES • Deep familiarity with one or more mental health topic areas (e.g., therapy modalities, psychiatric care, youth mental health, substance use, trauma, or care navigation) • Experience writing for digital health, healthcare, or nonprofit organizations • Familiarity with content performance metrics and basic analytics • Experience collaborating with designers, photographers, or video teams • Background in journalism, communications, public health, psychology, or related fields WHY THIS IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY • A world-class Board, Clinical Advisory Committee, supporters, and collaborators. We’ve assembled a truly best-in-class network across business, academia, and media -- working to help us reach our goals, and we’re still growing. • A big, bold vision with backing. To achieve our target scale of impact, we’re funded by a combination of private philanthropy and earned revenue. We are poised to continue our multi-year track record of strong year-over-year growth. • Startup mindset, social mission ethos. You’ll work with a team with experience at venture-backed startups, market-leading enterprise organizations, and everything in between. What brings us to this particular nonprofit is the recognition of a rare opportunity to drive massive positive impact in society. DETAILS Hours: Up to ~20 hours per week; allocation will vary over time Reporting to: Product Marketing & Operations Lead, with collaboration from the VP of Product HIRING PROCESS Application and portfolio review Paid writing assignment (used as the primary evaluation step) Follow-up interview for selected writers The hourly rate for this role is $25 - $35, depending on experience and subject-matter depth EEO Guidelines: Project Healthy Minds is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Project Healthy Minds will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws, and will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws. COVID Guidelines: The health and safety of our Project Healthy Minds community is the highest priority. As such, Project Healthy Minds is requiring all newly hired staff members to be fully vaccinated and boosted with an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Requests for reasonable accommodations for medical, religious, or other reasons will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.