University of Houston
Position
Writer/Editor 1
Location: Houston, TX, University of Houston
Department: Associate Vice President for Administration
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Job Summary Has overall responsibility for developing, writing and editing internal publications. Disseminates material about university research, academics, activities, events and awards.
Key Responsibilities
Research university programs for potential story ideas to generate positive public interest and identify appropriate outlets for specific story interests.
Maintain regular contact with university and college administrators regarding ongoing academic and related programs; keep abreast of faculty research, teaching and service activities to generate story ideas.
Conduct interviews and investigate selected activities to write stories for various internal publications.
Develop and implement strategies/plans for conferences and other significant programs or events; develop communications plans to address potential problems.
Identify, research and write feature stories for university magazine(s), including photo and illustration planning and editing.
Provide work direction and guidance to interns.
Plan and edit departmental publications, websites, and electronic newsletters.
Support updates to chatbots and websites, collaborate with departments to gather materials and organize written communications.
Determine content needs, select and research subjects, conduct interviews, and ensure factual accuracy.
Provide writing and editing services for other communication projects as assigned.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job‑related experience.
MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge is normally obtained through a formal, directly job‑related 4‑year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in‑depth specialized training program related to the type of work performed.
Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.
Additional Information All positions at the University of Houston‑System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
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Location: Houston, TX, University of Houston
Department: Associate Vice President for Administration
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Job Summary Has overall responsibility for developing, writing and editing internal publications. Disseminates material about university research, academics, activities, events and awards.
Key Responsibilities
Research university programs for potential story ideas to generate positive public interest and identify appropriate outlets for specific story interests.
Maintain regular contact with university and college administrators regarding ongoing academic and related programs; keep abreast of faculty research, teaching and service activities to generate story ideas.
Conduct interviews and investigate selected activities to write stories for various internal publications.
Develop and implement strategies/plans for conferences and other significant programs or events; develop communications plans to address potential problems.
Identify, research and write feature stories for university magazine(s), including photo and illustration planning and editing.
Provide work direction and guidance to interns.
Plan and edit departmental publications, websites, and electronic newsletters.
Support updates to chatbots and websites, collaborate with departments to gather materials and organize written communications.
Determine content needs, select and research subjects, conduct interviews, and ensure factual accuracy.
Provide writing and editing services for other communication projects as assigned.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job‑related experience.
MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge is normally obtained through a formal, directly job‑related 4‑year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in‑depth specialized training program related to the type of work performed.
Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.
Additional Information All positions at the University of Houston‑System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
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