Content Writer

Job Title: Content Writer

Location: Americus, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 297815

About Us
Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The university is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.

Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.

Job Summary
This position is responsible for developing compelling, accurate, and strategic written content that communicates the university’s mission, achievements, and initiatives to internal and external audiences. The Content Writer plays a key role in shaping Georgia Southwestern State University’s brand, supporting marketing and fundraising efforts, and enhancing the institution’s overall visibility and reputation.

Responsibilities
Content Development and Writing (90%)
Research, write, and edit a wide range of content, including:

Press releases, feature stories, and news articles

Marketing and fundraising materials (digital and print)

Event promotion content, magazine, and newsletters

Website copy and social media content in collaboration with digital team

General Support (10%)

Complete special projects as assigned

Serve on university committees and contribute to departmental initiatives

Perform other related duties as required

Required Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the field required (Communications, marketing, journalism, English, etc.).

Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in writing, editing, or content development.

Experience in higher education communications or a university setting desired, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge in professional writing, editing, and storytelling, with ability to tailor to diverse audiences.

Knowledge in creating content for press releases, feature stories, marketing and fundraising campaigns, and digital platforms

Knowledge in AP style and other professional writing standards

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in grammar, editing, and proofreading with meticulous attention to detail

Skill in interpersonal relations and ability to work effectively with diverse population

Skill in prioritizing, organizing work, and following through

Skill in multitasking, time management, and working at a fast pace

Skill in organization, including files and content management

Skill in working independently and collaboratively

Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.

Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

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