Metropolitan State University - Denver, CO
posted about 2 months ago
The Senior Writer and Content Manager at Metropolitan State University of Denver is a pivotal role that combines storytelling with strategic communication. This position is designed for a highly versatile and journalistically minded individual who will shape the voice of the University across various platforms, including the award-winning online newsroom, RED, and the employee communications platform, Early Bird. The Senior Writer/Content Manager will also contribute to the University's alumni magazine, advertising, marketing collateral, and other publications as needed. In this role, the Senior Writer/Content Manager will be responsible for producing high-quality written content that aligns with MSU Denver's mission and values. The individual will handle near-daily assignments, ensuring that all content meets journalistic standards. Additionally, the Senior Writer/Content Manager will be a skilled digital publisher, utilizing the University's content management system, WordPress, to build and publish stories, as well as to create and distribute the RED newsletter through the University's email distribution system. The position requires a strong ability to research, report, and write multiple stories each week, while also developing story pitches in collaboration with the photo team to create visually compelling narratives. The Senior Writer/Content Manager will assist in editing freelance-produced stories and rewriting submitted content, as well as managing special project writing and editing assignments. This role is integral to the University Communications and Marketing team, requiring excellent organizational skills and the ability to utilize project-management tools for effective cross-team collaboration.