General Information
| Job Description | WRITER EDITOR 3 | Working Title | Creative Copywriter, Out-of-State Market |
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| Job Code | 004017 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | Student Affairs Mrktng & Comm - D01284 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date | 04/16/2018 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
| Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
| Writes or edits a variety of comprehensive and difficult material for stylistic consistency, logic, organization, rational development of content, and emphasis. Researches, selects sources for and conducts interviews, and ensures accuracy of written pieces. Recommends content and layout, edits, and coordinates production of a variety of printed and online material, or conversion of printed pieces to online formats and archives. |
Department Custom Scope
| Writes, drafts, reviews, edits, proofs, and finalizes compelling content and key messages for campaign and marketing materials, web, electronic, smartphone, social media, print materials and other mediums to recruit and retain out-of-state students. Produces meaningful messages and content to compel out-of-state students and their parents to choose UC Riverside. This is a one year career position with the possibility of extension depending upon funding. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
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License Requirements
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
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Under limited supervision, researches, writes and/or edits material for a variety of publications for internal and external audiences, consulting with clients as necessary.
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50 |
| Assignments may include analytical, interpretive, reportorial/journalistic, or promotional/persuasive projects. | 5 |
| Produces articles, press releases, profiles, briefings, blogs, collateral, and/or other written material using subject matter expertise. | 10 |
| Independently researches, selects sources for interview, and ensures accuracy of written pieces. Obtains copyright permission. | 15 |
| As an editor, ensures clarity, organization, accuracy, style, and quality of written work. | 15 |
| Other duties as assigned as related to the position. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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| Advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation and advanced skills to write clear, lively, engaging, compelling and effective copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and the broader public. | Required |
| Advanced knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines. | Required |
| Thorough skills to write clear, lively, engaging and compelling copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and/or the broader public, while ensuring adherence to the location's message. | Required |
| Advanced, in-depth knowledge of the location, including its mission, goals, achievements, infrastructure, programs, and policies. | Preferred |
| Advanced knowledge of issues in higher education, a specialized academic discipline or field and/or health sciences. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of computer applications for publishing, image handling, and/or web production. | Required |
| Advanced research and fact verification skills. | Required |
| Advanced interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills. | Required |
| Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills. | Required |
| Thorough attention to detail, project management and organizational skills. | Required |
| Skill to maintain absolute confidentiality. | Required |
| Advanced skill in taking initiative to creatively identify and pitch story ideas to senior management and clients. | Required |
| Advanced project management, organizational and problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills. | Preferred |
| Writing samples or portfolio of samples are required as part of the recruitment. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| GeneralSupervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |