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Writer/Editor

Staff Exempt Boston, Massachusetts

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Description

Working within OMC, the Writer/Editor will play a critical role in helping to drive Suffolk University’s institutional brand and strategic goals forward through the development of innovative and targeted copywriting. This position will craft copy that informs, compels, promotes, engages, and influences our audiences which include prospective and current students and families, influencers, faculty and staff, the Boston community, and alumni. S/he will produce copy for use across the marketing spectrum, from digital, to print collateral, and other advertising and communications platforms.The qualified candidate will be a smart, creative writer who will work closely with a cross-functional team to develop strategically-inspired and creatively-led ideas. S/he must be willing and able to do the groundwork necessary to craft well-conceived, fully-informed content—diving into research, meeting with and interviewing stakeholders, cultivating an in-depth understanding of the program, initiative, etc. The Writer/Editor will conceptualize, write, revise, edit, and proofread digital and print projects that drive and support the brand vision and deliver against strategic institutional goals. This person must be able to produce long copy, short copy, scripts, social posts, and be a master of the headline.

This is a critical position that is focused on supporting the initiatives of the Division of Advancement. There is an ever-growing need for the creation of a range of communications to be delivered across every type of media, and this writer/editor is responsible for producing many of these. This position is necessary to ensure the ongoing success of the engagement and fundraising efforts of the Division of Advancement.

Primary Location- Boston Campus

Scheduled Weekly Hours- 35

Primary/Principal Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize, write and edit compelling copy that conveys the institution's brand message

• Write and edit for marketing campaigns that deliver on strategy and meet project objectives

• Craft copy appropriate to channel and format, including emails, landing pages, websites, social media, direct mail, advertising, etc., as well as design and intended audience

• Apply writing strategies for the digital world, integrating SEO best practices into all web content

• Proactively identify content/copy gaps and inconsistencies in University communications

• Second-edit and proofread project copy, as needed

• Collaborate with the OMC editorial team and other University communications colleagues to ensure appropriate and consistent usage of University brand voice and tone and in the establishment, maintenance, and education of editorial standards/style

• Follow trends in communication, marketing, and higher education, to identify those that may impact or influence the department’s work

• Work with the OMC team to meet University needs; performing other duties as assigned

  Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, advertising, or communication; graduate degree preferred

• 5+ years marketing communication experience, preferably in higher education; agency experience is also valuable

• Proven content writing and copywriting experience across all mediums

• Knowledge of digital marketing tactics, including SEO, email marketing, content marketing and web analytics

• Excellent research and interviewing skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong listening skills

• Highly organized, flexible and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other collaboration, content management, and asset management systems

• Strong portfolio that demonstrates creativity, expertise, and attention to detail

Suffolk University does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a veteran in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs, activities, or employment. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, the University is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and inclusive faculty and staff that reflect the broad range of human experience who contribute to the robust exchange of ideas on campus, and who are committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment. We strongly encourage applications from groups historically marginalized or underrepresented because of race/color, gender, religious creed, disability, national origin, veteran status or LGBTQ status. Suffolk University is especially interested in candidates who, through their training, service and experience, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the University community.