Marketing Writer/Editor
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
2-3 Marketing writing samples or link to portfolio website
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 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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About Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
