Editor/Writer II - PR & Marketing - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Unio

Editor/Writer II - PR & Marketing - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
The Editor/Writer II is responsible for the effective development and delivery of a wide range of communications within the health system that advance strategic employee initiatives of Keck Medicine of USC. Collaborates with other department partners to foster efficient, consistent and timely communications. The role also includes developing and executing an overall social media strategy to support employee engagement and employer branding efforts, and supporting multiple social media initiatives already underway within the organization. This incumbent partners closely with the Marketing department to coordinate strategic initiatives, communications and strategies, and builds relationships with key leaders in the organization. The Editor/Writer II must understand the business and have a presence at key events and meetings, and perform general media relations duties with an emphasis on writing and editing press releases, pitch letters, feature stories, faculty expert profiles and bylined articles on a variety of topics for Keck Medicine of USC and the Keck School of Medicine.

Essential Duties

Write and edit documents for Keck Medicine of USC and the Keck School of Medicine, such as press releases, pitch letters, source alerts, media advisories, bios, and feature stories.

Research, verify, read, proof, edit and rewrite copy; ensure accuracy and completeness of projects and interview sources when appropriate.

Assess technical, specialized and/or academic material from a wide variety of disciplines or sources to determine appropriate promotion for a general audience via external media relations.

Submit weekly news placements for internal communications; collaborate with the Media Relations Specialist to determine the most efficient process for news gathering and reporting summaries back to internal stakeholders.

Manage press release distribution via PR Newswire, Newswise, Campaign Monitor and submission to HSC News and USC News portal.

Support the media relations team on occasional event management and crisis communications.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The Health System reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or related field.

Combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum education.

Minimum 3 years of experience, with 5 years preferred.

Experience with writing, editing, proofreading, and preparing materials for publication.

Proven ability as a self-starter and problem-solver who evaluates situations, articulates possible solutions, and earns the respect of others by carefully listening and presenting productive responses.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word Office Suite.

Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Mastery of AP Stylebook writing guides.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience writing and editing of materials closely related to health system activities.

Photography skills and proficiency with InDesign.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Fire Life Safety Training (LA City); if no card upon hire, obtain one within 30 days and maintain renewal before expiration (required in LA City only).

The hourly rate range for this position is $33.00 - $54.02.

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