at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Senior Copy Editor and Writer (Deputy/Chief Copy Editor and Writer)
Hiring Department:Strategic Marketing and Communications
Location: Chicago, IL
Requisition ID: 1019921
Salary Range: $75,000-90,000
Posting Close Date:
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Working jointly with the marketing and communications teams of the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications, the Senior Copy Editor and Writer is responsible for curating UIC's weekly newsletter (UIC Today) along with providing strategic leadership regarding copy editing, writing and editorial support to inform, inspire and engage the brand and reputation of the University of Illinois Chicago.
Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Storytelling and Content Strategy, the Senior Copy Editor and Writer is a savvy communicator and steeped marketer who is highly detailed-oriented and gets just as energized by the proper use of the Oxford comma and AP style as writing-sometimes in 280 characters or less-marketing copy reinforcing UIC's mission, values and community. The Senior Copy Editor and Writer values a team of teams approach by supporting a collaborative environment to curate a content strategy anchored in brand voice, clarity and accuracy. The role also values process and will curate an integrated team workflow, system of editing and proofing. The Senior Copy Editor and Writer values and amplifies an inclusive learning environment to curate editorial and marketing copy best practices and lead workshops internally and externally with 150-plus key communicators across campus and other partners.
Qualifications:
Serve as deputy copy chief to curate university newsletter and other daily/weekly content.
Serve as the lead to review, revise, rewrite and edit copy, including headlines, subheads, captions, etc. (internal and external) for accuracy, quality, voice, spelling, grammar, punctuation and syntax to achieve accurate and consistent editing/branding for marketing and communication needs.
Nimble ability to adapt content for various multimedia channels.
Lead and manage a growing team, includes the Associate Copy Editor and Writer, to plan and curate advertising, marketing and editorial content and proofread submissions for grammatical and style errors. Collaborates with content strategy and marketing teams to ensure copy is consistent with brand standards and the university's mission and values.
Work with team members to ensure deadlines are being met and projects stay focused and on task.
Write and/or edit a variety of material for stylistic consistency, logic, organization, rational development of content and emphasis.
Write, edits and review copy in multiple forms, including email, landing pages, newsletters, web and social media, videos, and content styles, including blurbs, lede, headlines and strap lines.
Possess a knack for cutting through complicated text and jargon and simplifying and connecting to brand voice, impact and different modes of communications.
Lead creation and execution of marketing campaigns for targeted audience groups informed by a deep understanding of reputational strategy.
Possess a keen marketing knowledge and expertise and the ability to delineate between style, tone and voice... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
