Published: August 2, 2024 - The Communications Writer is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to inform the university community of news, events, and updates on strategic initiatives. This role involves creating compelling digital and print content for diverse audiences, ensuring consistency with university messaging, voice, and style. The writer also conducts research, manages content for various platforms, and measures the effectiveness of communication efforts to refine strategies.
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1. Communications Writer, Green Leaf Media, Austin, TX
Job Summary:
- Partner with the writing team leads to understand the unique communications needs of HR clients and contribute to the development and implementation of the annual HR communications calendar.
- Develop crew-facing deliverables including print collateral and publications, video scripts, feature stories, surveys, intranet articles and durable pages, and other multi-media deliverables to support delivery of key HR messages.
- Carry a full workload that includes the creation of content and messaging to elevate crew awareness and understanding of HR tools, products, processes, policies, and programs.
- Partner with Graphic Designers, Webmasters, and Editors to shape creative and impactful communication messages or vehicles using multimedia, graphics, etc.
- Partner with the Communication / Production Consultants and Editors to ensure the timely and cost-effective production, editorial review, and delivery of HR communications.
- Leverage the case management system to efficiently receive, prioritize, and manage communication requests.
- Partner with the production coordinator to ensure timelines are met.
- Understand and apply Vanguard Communications standards when drafting HR communications, including the use of the Vanguard brand (e.g., corporate logos, names, and copyrights).
- Develop communications content with a consistent Vanguard "voice” and consistent branding, style, accuracy, organization, format, and page flow.
- Collaborate with the EVP, Branding & Onboarding Lead in the Culture & Inclusion CoE and Corporate Communications to ensure that all HR communications are in line with the Vanguard employee value proposition and brand
- Ensure enterprise-wide consistency in all HR communications messaging and branding.
Skills on Resume:
- Content Development (Hard Skills)
- Project Management (Hard Skills)
- Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Branding and Standards Adherence (Hard Skills)
- Multi-Platform Communication (Hard Skills)
- Editorial Review and Production (Hard Skills)
- Case Management (Hard Skills)
- Consistency and Alignment (Hard Skills)
2. Communications Writer, Blue Horizon Solutions, Denver, CO
Job Summary:
- Develop compelling narratives for use in award nominations.
- Draft press releases and marketing copy, including collateral for recruiting materials.
- Audit and update content on the website to ensure consistency in style and tone.
- Proof client alerts and other content developed by attorneys for distribution to mailing lists and websites.
- Draft and distribute weekly “In the News” email and help develop a marketing newsletter for regular internal distribution.
- Work closely with the Internal Communications Manager on proofing and developing content for employee engagement and oversee content updates for the firm’s intranet.
- Develop ad copy and proof content for events and other internal and external messaging.
- Maintain the firm’s style guide and adjust content according to the feedback received during review cycles.
- Obtain final approval from the Scientific Communication Manager.
- Perform peer reviews for gSSRC style and accuracy and continuous improvement purposes.
- Identifies needs for and collaborates with web and creative teams in the collection of artwork, photos, and multimedia to support communications efforts.
Skills on Resume:
- Content Creation and Writing (Hard Skills)
- Proofreading and Editing (Hard Skills)
- Content Management (Hard Skills)
- Internal Communications (Soft Skills)
- Marketing and Advertising (Hard Skills)
- Collaboration and Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Style Guide Adherence (Hard Skills)
- Approval and Review Processes (Hard Skills)
3. Scientific Communications Writer, Red River Consulting, Portland, OR
Job Summary:
- Production of new global standard scientific response content (gSSRC) as defined by the Scientific Communications Manager
- Under the Sponsor Medical Information Style Guide, approved templates and Standard Operating Procedures for the creation of Medical Information content.
- Update the content of existing gSSRCs on an annual (12-month) basis and/or when new data becomes available, according to the direction received from the Scientific Communications Manager.
- Support internal communications and product teams to write and develop clear and concise messages to convey information to customers/members.
- Work with internal teams including legal and corporate communications to ensure all content is compliant.
- Ensure messages comply with any applicable regulatory requirements.
- Translate current “in-house” terminology into easily understood messages while making sure all copy is within the organization’s brand guidelines.
- Conduct internal interviews to obtain necessary information.
- Write grant progress reports to sponsors and write web copy
- Work closely with the TRAILS Grant Writer on writing sections on sponsor grant applications
- Write social-media style content and engage readers on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, YouTube and any other social media platforms, based on stories, blogs, videos and slideshows produced for web, print and mobile
Skills on Resume:
- Scientific and Medical Content Creation (Hard Skills)
- Content Updating and Management (Hard Skills)
- Clear Communication (Soft Skills)
- Compliance and Regulatory Adherence (Hard Skills)
- Terminology Translation (Hard Skills)
- Internal Information Gathering (Soft Skills)
- Grant and Report Writing (Hard Skills)
- Social Media Content Creation (Hard Skills)
4. Strategic Communications Writer and Editor, Bright Future Enterprises, Miami, FL
Job Summary:
- Focuses on achieving objectives and goals
- Develops positioning narrative, talking points, and collateral on issues impacting UWGC
- Works with Human Resources, stakeholders, board members, corporate and agency partners, news media, and the public to maintain consistent messaging and clear communications to achieve UWGC’s mission, strategy, and goals
- Assists in developing strategies, key messages, and vehicles for communication to support specific UWGC initiatives and market activities.
- Collaborate with Communications staff, the Executive Team, and the Senior Leadership Team to develop communications with internal/external audiences.
- Provides strategic and stakeholder communications materials
- Ensures that stakeholders receive timely, clear, and useful information
- Develops and implements tactical plans consistent with the Communications departmental strategy and plan
- Develops UWGC’s strategic messaging in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Prepares and assists with briefing materials, including outcome metrics, collateral, talking points presentations and position papers
- Curate content from across the enterprise
- Shapes responses to UWGC stakeholders on issues and questions surrounding strategic direction
Skills on Resume:
- Strategic Communication Planning (Hard Skills)
- Stakeholder Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Content Development (Hard Skills)
- Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Messaging Crafting (Hard Skills)
- Analytical Skills (Hard Skills)
- Media Relations (Soft Skills)
- Tactical Execution (Hard Skills)
5. Strategic Communications Writer and Editor, Golden Gate Communications, San Francisco, CA
Job Summary:
- Collaborates with key leaders throughout the company to ensure a consistent internal and public message
- Works independently in pursuit of department goals and objectives with little or no specific direction
- Demonstrates integrity in decision-making and persuasion as well as negotiation skills
- Maintains knowledge of strategic communications to improve overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Establishes a sense of urgency to complete tasks in an efficient and cost-effective manner
- Act as liaison with internal departmental clients and the marketing & communications function.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the internal client needs and how marketing communications can be effective in reaching their strategic goals.
- Be a continuous conduit between the internal client and the Marketing Project Portfolio by providing timely updates on prioritization and project development
- Provide education to the internal client as to the processes
- Provide consultation on what types of communications would have the greatest impact
- Provides oversight or management of special communications projects.
Skills on Resume:
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Independent Goal Achievement (Soft Skills)
- Integrity and Negotiation (Soft Skills)
- Strategic Communication (Hard Skills)
- Urgency and Efficiency (Soft Skills)
- Client Liaison Skills (Soft Skills)
- Understanding Client Needs (Soft Skills)
- Project Management and Consultation (Hard Skills)
6. Communications Writer, Silver Line Publishing, Seattle, WA
Job Summary:
- Develops engaging content for a variety of diverse external communications that delivers market-useful information effective in driving improvements in audit quality and meaningful to various stakeholder groups (e.g. investors, audit committee members, auditors and academics).
- Design communications that educate stakeholders on the importance of understanding audit issues.
- Writes clear, creative, concise and accurate communications in plain English.
- Identifies trends and insights from large amounts of data to further develop key messages.
- Assists in the preparation of speaking materials, including draft slides and speaker notes that are used in external presentations and status updates.
- Reviews and edits inspection reports and briefs to provide recommendations on how to organize content to be most effective and to conform to best practices.
- Collaborates with PCAOB staff, various teams and subject-matter experts within DRI and other divisions
- Develop and enhance content materials, and analyze reporting findings and other information for use.
- Assists in the preparation of internal DRI communications that deliver consistent, timely and transparent information on a variety of topics.
- Assists in the development of new web-based content and refreshing existing materials.
- Provides support related to DRI press releases and web-based content pages
- Assists in developing DRI’s outreach and communication strategy.
- Assists in creating and providing training for the university calendar and other communications channels.
Skills on Resume:
- Content Creation (Hard Skills)
- Educational Design (Hard Skills)
- Clear Writing (Hard Skills)
- Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Presentation Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Editing and Reviewing (Hard Skills)
- Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Web Content Management (Hard Skills)
7. Communications Writer, Emerald City Strategies, Chicago, IL
Job Summary:
- Interviewing NWC leadership, staff, supporters, and subject matter experts for communications.
- Planning, writing, and editing stories for the quarterly newsletter.
- Developing, writing, and editing content for websites, digital marketing assets, social media, presentations, and other projects.
- Writing press releases for internal and external audiences.
- Writing awards entries to recognize the work of the employees and business partners.
- Working across multiple divisions of NWC (including services for people with disabilities, internal communications, marketing, HR, recruiting, or one of the owned businesses) to create new materials or to proofread and edit existing materials.
- Shepherding content through review, editing, and production process.
- Creating clear, concise communications from scratch or using existing templates that incorporate stakeholder feedback, brand standards, and appropriate disclosures
- Working directly with content owners and reviewers to clarify the type and purpose of communication, resolve questions or concerns, and incorporate feedback
- Partnering with key stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging across channels
- Submitting polished drafts for Legal/Compliance/Registered Principal reviews, as well as managing scheduled annual reviews
Skills on Resume:
- Content Creation and Editing (Hard Skills)
- Stakeholder Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Project Management (Hard Skills)
- Communication Strategy (Hard Skills)
- Content Review and Approval (Hard Skills)
- Consistent Messaging (Soft Skills)
- Feedback Integration (Soft Skills)
8. Communications Writer, Sunrise Media Group, Atlanta, GA
Job Summary:
- Develop content that is clear, understandable, and engaging for a diverse audience (internal and external).
- Execute operational objectives and work plans for the corporate communications team.
- Serve as a copy editor for all internal and external communications, adhering to AP style.
- Work cross-functionally to identify story ideas and develop content that is relevant to the international team of 50,000+ associates across stores, corporate offices, field teams, and international offices.
- Creates and distributes e-blasts to targeted associate groups on a variety of subjects, with a high level of confidentiality
- Contributes to monthly Company Newsletter and intranet homepage stories with business or human-interest angles.
- Fosters relationships with business partners to stay abreast of company news, attending weekly or bi-weekly meetings to ensure messaging is consistent.
- Administers policies, procedures, and programs to increase associate awareness and engagement.
- Assist in the execution of a robust external communications strategy, partnering with cross-functional partners to properly position key messages.
- Help create a strong cadence of external messages and identify the right message, outlet/platform, and timing to keep relevant and improve Company reputation, including press releases, Company Blog, LinkedIn, etc.
- Collaborate with the team to create and advance communications and media strategies in support of strategic goals.
- Actively pitch journalists on initiatives
Skills on Resume:
- Content Creation and Editing (Hard Skills)
- Strategic Communication Planning (Hard Skills)
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Audience Engagement (Hard Skills)
- Relationship Building (Soft Skills)
- Policy Administration (Hard Skills)
- Media Strategy Development (Hard Skills)
- Journalist Relations (Soft Skills)
9. Communications Writer, Riverbend Marketing, Nashville, TN
Job Summary:
- Serve as spokesperson for the organization and manage social media channels
- Track media coverage and provide ongoing reporting and analysis
- Engage in national and regional cultivation of relevant media outlets, journalists, and analysts across all media formats, with an emphasis on growing reporter relationships in business and trade outlets.
- Monitor, share, and frame relevant issues/opportunities, stories, new research, and media reports.
- Provide media training and help prepare talking points for leader interviews
- Draft and disseminate written external communications using clear, compelling core messages.
- Monitor the news cycle and inbox to research and respond to media inquiries appropriately.
- Stay abreast of general media trends and provide recommendations to keep communications relevant.
- Provide input into a variety of different supporter communication pieces, across all mediums and for the relevant audience
- Identify key components of an impactful story, and interview clients to gather more details
- Manage a story bank of relevant stories that can be drawn on for any occasion to communicate powerfully and effectively with stakeholders
- Values diversity and inclusion in day-to-day interactions and creative recommendations and decision-making.
Skills on Resume:
- Media Relations (Soft Skills)
- Content Creation (Hard Skills)
- Analytical Skills (Hard Skills)
- Media Training (Soft Skills)
- Storytelling (Soft Skills)
- Crisis Management (Soft Skills)
- Trend Awareness (Hard Skills)
- Diversity and Inclusion (Soft Skills)
10. Strategic Communications Writer, Oceanview Communications, San Diego, CA
Job Summary:
- Regularly produce various long- and short-form content, including in-depth case studies, white papers, blogs, op-eds, speeches/scripts/talking points, press releases, web content, emails, and social media posts
- Collaborate with Creative Services in developing strategic presentations for CEO/executive keynotes and other high-profile events, shaping the presentation’s narrative, structure, and information content
- Research markets and industries to identify best practices and compelling content
- Perform primary research for the weekly employee newsletter, blog posts, articles, presentations, white papers, guides, and other content
- Develop internal communications for use across Mom’s Meals teams and departments such as employee announcements, newsletters, and slide decks
- Serve as the main point of contact with the Human Resources department for internal communications needs
- Support marketing projects by providing written content for use in tradeshows, recruitment activities, etc.
- Create and publish communications for internal and/or external use, such as blog posts, website content, employee announcements, slide decks, etc.
- Proofread internal and external communications content for clarity, tone, style, and grammar to ensure they are high quality and results-oriented
- Be informed about the overall business direction and key trends to ensure all written materials are timely and relevant
- Immerse yourself in CAP's tone, brand, mission and values to communicate effectively on CAP's behalf with a range of stakeholders
- Work with the wider Fundraising, Marketing and Communications team to brainstorm and create high-quality and compelling communication pieces, as well as write, review and edit content
Skills on Resume:
- Content Creation (Hard Skills)
- Collaborative Development (Soft Skills)
- Market Research (Hard Skills)
- Internal Communications (Hard Skills)
- Proofreading and Editing (Hard Skills)
- Strategic Communication (Hard Skills)
- Stakeholder Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Marketing Support (Hard Skills)