Writer

Research, write and edit prepared remarks for chancellor and other leadershipReport accurately and in a timely mannerCoordinate publication timelines with writers and supervisorSecure approval from sources Conduct interviews Suggest/discuss story ideas Ability to independently assimilate and compose written materials to use in a variety of communication outletsAbility to write according to correct English usage and Associated Press style guideTranscribe and edit audio/video Communicate in writing with sources, vendors, faculty, students and administrators Present story ideas to support overall communications strategy Gathering and organizing assets for feature stories Proofreading Craft questions for interviews Coordinate writing assignments with the university communications liaisons Direct comm liaisons on style and content issues; enforce deadlines and style guidelines Ability to train others in use of new methods and technical tools Ability to research and identify new technology and make recommendations for use and purchaseAbility to determine, utilize, and apply standard and specialized techniques and technology appropriatelyAbility to use a variety of moderately complex processes, procedures and techniques. Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of planning, writing and editingWork effectively and efficiently in Microsoft Office suite, employ Google services and project management tools and other software systems as introduced; be able to integrate into printing and production processes

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor?s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.

Position Number:

070821

Posting Date:

01/14/2022

Closing Date:

01/31/2022

American Recovery & Reinvestment Act Funded: