Marketing Writer

Job Responsibilities

Looking for a writing/editing job in a great environment? USCs Office of Communications and Marketing is hiring a Marketing Writer! Just bring your expertise and enthusiasm. Weve got plenty of red pens and software.

The Marketing Writer serves on one of several interdisciplinary brand teams in the Office of Communications and Marketing at the University of South Carolina. This writer is responsible for crafting on-brand marketing copy for a range of audiences that drives engagement and enhances the universitys reputation. The successful candidate will have proven expertise in writing persuasive storytelling and marketing materials for print, web/digital, broadcast and social media and the ability to skillfully edit and proofread with accuracy.

In this role, the Marketing Writer will work independently on projects prioritized by an Associate Director of Integrated Communications and will collaborate with colleagues throughout the Office of Communications and Marketing on projects that are deemed shared priorities of the academic units and the university. Although the focus of this position will be the academic areas of the university, the marketing writer may provide some support for administrative units.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Bachelors degree and 2 years experience related to the development and dissemination of informational material.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree and three to four years of professional experience in a client facing communications, marketing or public relations role with an emphasis on digital communication. Experience writing for broad audiences, particularly higher education.

Additional Comments

Write on-brand, engaging content and ad copy across all media

Ability to think creatively and strategically

Ability to collaborate with content, design and video teams to concept, create and execute campaigns

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Proficient in AP style with editing, proofreading and grammatical skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Strong project management skills and ability to work with creative briefs

Use work management platforms effectively

Stay current on best practices for marketing

Desire to learn, grow in a creative and collaborative team environment

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth