Writer/Editor

$58,240 - $70,720/Yr

Unclassified - Claremont, CA

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Claremont, CA

About the position

The Writer/Editor at Scripps College plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative and communication strategy of the institution. Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager and collaborating closely with the Creative Director and the Office of Marketing and Communications, this position is designed to inform, inspire, and persuade target audiences through multimedia storytelling that aligns with the College's mission and brand. The Writer/Editor will be instrumental in developing content that enhances the College's reputation and engages various stakeholders, including prospective students, donors, and the broader community. The primary responsibilities include developing an editorial and video strategy that supports the College's mission, creating content for philanthropy, stewardship, engagement, and admissions, and producing materials for various projects such as Scripps magazine and the College's external website. The Writer/Editor will also serve as the editor and production manager for Scripps magazine, overseeing the entire production process from concept to execution, ensuring that all content aligns with the College's style and brand requirements. This role requires a commitment to the College's Principles of Community and Principles of Diversity, ensuring that all communications reflect these values. In addition to content creation, the Writer/Editor will be responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment, demonstrating strong project management and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will possess a proven ability to write clear and engaging copy, with a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of writing fundamentals. This position is full-time, benefits-eligible, and requires a Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field, along with relevant experience in writing and editing.

Responsibilities

  • Develop an editorial and video strategy that supports the College mission and increases awareness and reputation with external audiences.
  • Create content for philanthropy, stewardship, engagement, and admissions to enhance audience engagement, donor gifts, and student enrollment.
  • Produce content for various projects, including Scripps magazine, the College's external website, and marketing materials for philanthropy and admissions.
  • Serve as editor and production manager of Scripps magazine, proposing issue themes and managing production to execute two magazine issues per academic year.
  • Understand and implement the College's style and brand requirements, educating the Scripps community on the style guide and brand messaging.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested, supporting the College's Principles of Community and Principles of Diversity.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English/humanities or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven ability to write clear, engaging, and compelling copy in various styles appropriate for the College's target audiences.
  • Extreme attention to detail with strong copyediting, line editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of writing fundamentals, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation.
  • Strong project-management and organizational skills; ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Experience writing news or feature stories in a newsroom setting.
  • Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to generate and assess new ideas.
  • Willingness to take direction and work independently or collaboratively with a team.
  • Ability to write quickly and accurately in various styles and tones.
  • Familiarity with AP and Chicago styles.

Nice-to-haves

  • Familiarity with a project management system is a plus.

Benefits

  • Full-time employment with benefits eligibility.
  • Regular hours from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Hourly rate between $28.00 and $34.00, based on various factors.
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