Who We Are:
Colorado Public Radio is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that produces meaningful news, music, and cultural experiences to everyone in Colorado using the power of the human voice in all its forms. 100 percent of CPR’s funds come from the private support of listeners, businesses and foundations. For more information, visit www.cpr.org.
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CPR News delivers in-depth, insightful and impartial news and information from around the world, across the nation and throughout Colorado, examining its relevance to our state and connecting it to our community.
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CPR Classical takes listeners on an in-depth exploration of thoughtfully curated music – with an emphasis on Colorado’s classical community – providing context to a broad range of meaningful and compelling works from past to present.
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Indie 102.3 takes listeners inside the world of new and independent music – exposing them to up-and-coming artists and highlighting Colorado’s local music scene.
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Denverite is an online news source dedicated to Denver's curious and concerned.
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KRCC is a public radio station in Colorado Springs, Colorado, serving Southern Colorado. KRCC is operated by Colorado Public Radio in partnership with Colorado College.
Our values inspire, inform and guide our everyday actions. They serve as a set of expectations and a promise we make to ourselves, our partners and audiences.
• Creative • Curious • Ethical • Inclusive • Respectful
At Colorado Public Radio we are committed to cultivating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace that helps us represent the voices of the communities within Colorado. We highly encourage individuals with unique contributions such as ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity, nation of origin, age, language, veteran status, color, religion, disability and sexual orientation to apply to our openings. CPR is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team.
Colorado Public Radio (CPR) is seeking a Copywriter.
About the Position:
The Copywriter creates compelling written content that inspires, engages, and informs our diverse audiences. This role ensures consistency in voice, tone, and storytelling across fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, marketing initiatives, and organizational communications. The Copywriter will play a critical role in helping CPR reach its fundraising goals, strengthen donor relationships, and steward our brand as Colorado’s trusted source for fact-based news, music discovery and cultural connection.
The new hire is expected to reside in the greater Denver metro area upon starting - this is not a remote position. However, a hybrid schedule is available that requires a minimum of 3 days in the office each week.
About You:
You’re a strong writer with a keen attention to detail and a commitment to producing polished, accurate content that aligns with your organization’s brand, voice, and editorial standards. You’re able to manage multiple projects and deadlines while staying adaptable as priorities evolve. Your communication style is clear and collaborative, grounded in active listening and curiosity. You’re open to feedback and bring a growth-oriented mindset to your work. Finally, you have a genuine enthusiasm for mission-driven work and a strong interest in helping CPR grow audiences, strengthen relationships, and engage communities across Colorado.
Minimum Qualifications:
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A minimum of 4 years of experience as a copywriter, content writer, or in a related communications role.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for diverse audiences and channels.
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Familiarity with AP Style.
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Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging and accessible language.
- Strong project management and prioritization skills.
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Familiarity with nonprofit, media, or fundraising content, with an understanding of fundraising principles and donor-centered communications.
- While not required, experience with customer relationship management systems (CRMs) and digital / email marketing platforms is preferred.
Education Equivalency:
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A fully relatable bachelor’s or master’s degree may replace some of the required years of experience needed to qualify for the position, but is not required for the role.
Don't meet every single requirement? Research has shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Colorado Public Radio, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles with us.
Benefits:
Colorado Public Radio is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our culture of caring. Our employees have access to: 100 percent employer paid individual health, life, and disability coverage; an outstanding paid family medical leave policy plus paid holidays and a very generous sick, vacation, and personal time off plan; voluntary offerings such as vision and dental; a competitive retirement plan match with no waiting or vesting periods; flexible schedules; engagement and development opportunities; and a casual atmosphere.
Position Information:
Position Type: Full-time
Hiring Range: Grade 16 - $58,868 - $73,640
Structure Title: Specialist, Copywriter
Starting Pay: based on experience
Application Requirements:
. Please upload a resume (preferably in PDF format) and answer all application questions.
Application Deadline: This position was posted on May 29th. While we sometimes keep our roles open for 30 days, we recommend you apply as soon as possible as the posting may close early if we have a strong candidate pool.
Incomplete Applications will not be considered.
At Colorado Public Radio we are committed to cultivating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace that helps us represent the voices of the communities within Colorado. We highly encourage candidates with unique contributions such as ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity, nation of origin, age, language, veteran status, color, religion, disability and sexual orientation to apply to our openings. CPR is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
