Business Copywriter (Capital Raising) Job at Capital Department, New York, NY

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  • Capital Department
  • New York, NY

Job Description


Company Overview

Do you want to help entrepreneurs raise millions of dollars to scale what could be the next unicorn? Then join us at Capital Department, a fundraising firm that helps startups raise capital from retail investors online.

Capital Department is on a mission to open access to capital for all; we’ve helped innovative startups raise $200M+ to date. As a Copywriter, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the narratives behind these investment opportunities — crafting persuasive, investor-ready content that inspires confidence and drives engagement.

You’ll collaborate with startup CEOs and our internal team to develop compelling messaging across investor decks, campaign pages, marketing materials, and more. We’re looking for a strong communicator with a background in business copywriting , marketing , and ideally capital raising — someone who can translate complex financial and business ideas into clear, engaging, and high-converting stories.

As a major bonus, you’ll be joining an ambitious, inclusive, and engaging team that has worked with VC-backed technology companies and Fortune 500 companies. We’re graduates of Cornell, Oxford, NYU, and UCLA, and our work has been featured in Forbes, PBS, The New York Times, The Financial Times, and Fast Company.

We’re experiencing explosive demand — come be part of our journey!

What will you be doing?

Lead the development and refinement of compelling investor and marketing content across multiple startup campaigns:

Strategy & Execution

  • Write and edit persuasive copy for investor decks, online investment pages, pitch materials, webinars, videos, and investor relations content.
  • Craft and refresh email campaigns, investor updates, and weekly customer communications to engage and convert prospects.
  • Collaborate with founders and internal teams to ensure alignment on messaging, tone, and brand consistency.
  • Manage project timelines and deliverables, tracking feedback and approvals in collaboration with Capital Department and startup customers.
  • Leverage data-driven insights to iterate and improve copy effectiveness, conversion rates, and engagement.
  • Maintain an organized content calendar and contribute to campaign performance tracking, analysis, and reporting.

What are we looking for?

  • Professional copywriting experience, with a strong focus on business, financial, or investor communications.
  • Demonstrated experience producing copy that drives sales or investment conversion.
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills — able to craft succinct, persuasive, and emotionally resonant messaging.
  • Strong understanding of capital raising, startups, and marketing funnels.
  • Effective communicator who is clear, responsive, and detail-oriented.
  • Creative, curious thinker who thrives in fast-paced, startup environments.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) or Microsoft Office, and comfort with Asana, Slack, and CRM/email tools (Klaviyo preferred).

What experience would be an added bonus?

  • Experience as a founder or marketer in a startup environment.
  • Previous experience in fundraising, investor relations, or venture capital communications.
  • Background in finance or banking, with a solid understanding of investment dynamics.
  • Advanced degree, such as an MBA or related field.

Why is this a great opportunity?

  • Help shape the narratives of cutting-edge startups raising capital from the crowd and institutions.
  • Collaborate directly with visionary CEOs and founders.
  • Contribute to the success of startups building groundbreaking products and technologies.
  • Develop a strong personal brand in the startup and investment ecosystem.
  • Be part of a mission-driven, high-performing team redefining how private companies raise capital online.

Contract Details

  • Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
  • Hours: 10–15 hours per week, flexible scheduling
  • Compensation: $50–$60/hour

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Work at office, Remote work, 10 hours per week, Flexible hours

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