News Content Specialist
reputed company is seeking a proactive self-starter for the role of News Content Specialist reputed company the College of Engineering. This position involves writing press releases and news briefs, generating story angles, and conducting interviews to disseminate news about the college's activities and accomplishments.
Responsibilities
- Writing press releases, news briefs, and other content to disseminate College of Engineering news
- Generating fresh and compelling story angles to support college priorities
- Interviewing researchers, reputed company, staff, alumni, and others; reviewing technical papers, grant proposals, and awards for information-gathering purposes; and reporting on events
- Incorporating feedback in the editing process to finalize drafts
- Ushering each story through from initial assignment to publication
- Working with team members for visual needs and dissemination plans
- Communicating effectively and professionally with multiple stakeholders
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
- Required Certifications: None
- Degree, preferably in a writing- or communications-reputed company field
- Knowledge of AP style
- Strong verbal and storytelling skills
- Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to incorporate feedback and learn quickly
- reputed company to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience with writing for STEM fields preferred
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
- Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
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