Call to Writers - Samaritan's Purse

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Senior Writer/Communications (1180)

Boone, NC - We’re looking for a top-notch Senior Writer to work on a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate must possess excellent writing and editing skills, with attention to organization, readability, clarity, syntax, accuracy, consistency, grammar, etc. The Senior Writer will produce creative, compelling copy for a wide range of publications, including newsletters, magazines, Web stories, ads, brochures, handbooks, forms, and correspondence. Responsibilities include working closely with graphic artists and photo librarians to achieve best design and layout of publications. Requires at least a bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, marketing, or related field, and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Non-profit experience a plus. Candidate must have a solid Christian commitment, consistent witness for Jesus Christ, and be able to manage multiple assignments, take direction willingly, meet deadlines, and work well in a team environment. Please provide samples of your work via website link within your resume, or email samples to hrmanager@samaritan.org after completing application.

Mission Statement:
Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Distinct Objectives:
The work of Samaritan’s Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles:
PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL - EXALT Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world
SERVE WITH EXCELLENCE - EXCEED the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdom
RESPOND WITH COMPASSIONATE ACTION - EXPEDITE our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister
DEMONSTRATE BIBLICAL INTEGRITY - EXHIBIT character and integrity personally, at home and work
WALK IN BOLD FAITH - EXPECT God to do the impossible-- “God Room”

Here is a link to the page where you will find this information and more.

http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing/senior_writer_communications_1180/

Don't forget to let fellow bootcampers know if you are the one who got the job!

WRITING OPPORTUNITY - Write Integrity Press

Call for Submissions: Three Anthologies

We are currently seeking submissions for the following:

Life Lessons from MOMS
To be released May 2012

Life Lessons from DADS
To be released June 2012

Life Lessons from TEACHERS
To be released August 2012

We learn about life from many different sources, and WIP wants to honor and recognize folks who've taught us through the years. The Life Lessons series continues with three more books this year, and we'd love to read your stories.

Submit your 1000-word or less story by e-mail - attached to the e-mail as a Word document - by March 30th, 2012. You may include one photo per entry that may or may not be used as a black & white image within the book. Please attach photo as a jpeg image.

Please put Life Lessons, along with the specific book you're submitting to (Moms, Dads, or Teachers), in the subject line of the e-mail. 

You may submit one story per book. 

Contributors will receive a $25 payment for their story, a complimentary copy of the book, a byline, and bio included at the back of the book.

Go to Call for Submissions and Submissions for more information and guidelines.

Writing Opportunity - Gold Star Family Devotional

Below you will find a writing opportunity open to all devotional writers.

                                         

Guidelines for the Gold Star Family Devotional

When writing your devotional, please remember that the  families will be at different stages of the grieving process. The purpose of the devotional is to offer comfort and encouragement through the Bible. The devotionals can be based on our nation’s history, culture, or landmarks.

    They should include the following

·       250 – 300 words, not counting scripture, prayer, and call to action

·       Scripture passage at the start and translation used

·       devotional

·       Short prayer at the end of the devotional

·       Call to Action

All proceeds will go to the Gold Star Family organization. If you have any questions please send an email to dannywoodall@yahoo.com  

(Danny Woodall is a two-time Boot Camp attendee.)