Copywriter - health sector resources

We operate a small communications consultancy that specialises in the conceptualisation, development and production of resources for the alcohol and drug treatment sector.

An example of the work can be seen at www.likeadrink.org.nz

Other indications of what we are involved in can be seen at www.narrative.org.nz/methhelp.htm and www.narrative.org.nz/drughelp.htm.

A lot of what we do is about communicating with people who are suffering the consequences of their drinking or using and who are looking for help. It may also mean communicating with those affected by another’s using behaviour.

Talking to these people in language that they can engage with is all important. The use of overcomplicated explanations and white coat jargon is just not helpful.

These resources rely heavily on the experiences and stories of those who have been there. That said there needs to be a coordinating vision to drive the narrative along and create a framework for message delivery and self directed change.

we are looking in the first instance for a copy writer who can take charge of the style and content of two web based resources – MethHelp and DrugHelp.

These projects are well underway and have a tight deadline so we need an experienced smart person who can get going pretty quickly.

We are not looking for a long copy expert. The ability to write grammatically perfect well researched English while useful is not a prerequisite.

We want a person who can communicate. A writer who can analysis the oft dry subject matter and find ways to communicate through headlines, key statements and accessible language. Language that is short, sharp, to the point and funny.

An empathy with the subject matter while useful is not as significant as a level-headed ability to rapidly grasp key ideas and run with them into territory we have never even considered.

You might not even see yourself primarily as a writer at the moment however you will be able to convince us that you can use the skills you do have and turn them toward writing these resources.

The write person will find that that there are plenty of other projects to follow.

OK so if you are keen please send an email to writer@narrative.org.nz explaining why you are up for this work, what experiences you have that reinforce your desire and some examples, maybe, of stuff you have written or things that really appeal to you.

We do not have a website besides where the ads are housed so don’t bother searching. If your application is of interest we will get back to you bloody promptly. Otherwise, sorry, we just don’t have the band width to answer all the responses.

Make an impression.

Thanks for your interest

Michael