Job Summary:

Seeking a skilled Copywriter to join our Strategic Services team. The copywriter is responsible for the creation of short-and-long form internal and external communications content to drive engagement among diverse audiences. This position includes independent development, writing, editing, and proofing content for a wide variety of on-and-offline channels

Provide thought leadership on content strategy and integration of content efforts to support overall business goals.
Work closely with department staff, subject matter experts, and/or company leaders as necessary to ascertain objectives of requested projects and then position and develop content.
Develop, write, and edit internal and external content including e-campaigns,-newsletters, direct mail, promotional collateral, press releases, video scripts, print advertising, publications, websites, and social media. Consult with and provide tailored content for different business units
Understand and ensure copy for online publications meets SEO standards.
Regular attendance is required.
This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessary to perform the job at all times due to circumstances. Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and all other duties as assigned. Employees are expected, and must be able to perform all such duties and tasks.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or Advertising/Marketing, or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
5 years of relevant experience, including online and offline promotional content required.
Experience in online and offline strategic content creation – both long- and short-form writing expertise required.
Superior editing and copy writing skills, compliant with AP Style guidelines required.
Demonstrated versatility and independence when writing and editing online content required; strong knowledge of search engine optimization preferred.
Ability to problem solve, evaluate effect of content on readers with different points of view, and independently develop on-target copy
Ability to see the bigger picture, but hone in on specific details to make sure all projects meet their stated goals.
Demonstrated leadership in developing content strategy, audience engagement and impact.
Basic understanding of content marketing and distribution.
Ability to function as a team player, share ideas, and offer and welcome constructive reviews.
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects simultaneously, while adhering to set deadlines.
Must be able to interact successfully with a diverse population and with stakeholders at all levels.
Strong computer skills; proficiency in MS Office on PC platform.
Industry knowledge/familiarity is a plus.
Must be able to lift approximately 20 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job
Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
Must be able to interact well with others
Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities
Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, lift, twist, turn and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be capable of lifting a minimum of 20 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.

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