To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to succeed in a result-driven professional organization. Maintaining professional performance, demeanor, team-approach and focus on results while working under pressure in a dynamic environment. Customer, budget, quality and delivery conscious mindset. Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision and facilitate teamwork. Highly organized, with the ability to plan, execute and multitask to meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
In addition, a successful candidate will have a passion for writing for a wide range of audiences, a high level of creativity, the ability to produce editorial content in a fast-paced and deadline-orientated environment, and working collaboratively with faculty, staff and students. This position requires strong writing, editing and project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop impactful messaging.
Additional qualifications specific to this position are below:
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in writing, English or related field, plus at least three years of professional experience.
- Strong written and communication skills.
- Familiarity with journalistic styles, specifically knowledge of AP style writing guidelines, standards and ethics.
- Excellent history of copywriting, copy editing/proofreading and interviewing skills.
- Working knowledge in creating content for marketing campaigns, including experience writing for diverse audiences and editing high-quality content.
- Strong project management and communication planning skills coupled with an ability to understand and support strategic priorities.