Marketing Writer

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or a closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications 

• At least one year of relevant marketing writing experience.
• Creativity and ability to tailor the style of writing to reflect the audience.
• A keen eye for detail, with excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time, concurrently working on multiple projects.
• Knowledge of the importance of adhering to a style guide and brand standards.
• Solid understanding of how design and copy work together.
• Experience interviewing sources and extracting interesting stories.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education.
• Track record of using research and data to help bolster creative decisions.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under a deadline, while remaining positive amid constructive feedback.

Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission: 

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights:

Regular salaried position. Pay Level 3A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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