Are you a talented writer with a knack for crafting articles fit for prestigious publications? Our client, a global electrical distribution manufacturing company, is seeking a talented writer with a stellar journalistic writing style for their published bi-monthly employee newsletter.
Portfolio Note: In order to be considered, candidates must provide samples demonstrating their strong storytelling writing skillset (in journalistic style), and their ability to conduct internal research and interviews related to topic.
You Will:
- Create internal stories that help employees connect their daily work to company strategy and initiatives, feel recognized for their contribution, and reinforce the company work experience
- Conduct topics-related research and interviews, develop a content outline, and write and edit company news stories and features for the company’s print and digital magazine
- Deliver compelling, well-written stories that are accurate and submitted to the deadline
- Help generate new ideas for stories and features that interest the target audiences
- Reach a wide target audience age range with your stories
- Write, edit, and proofread your copy before presenting it for client review
- Become an industry, company and culture expert to help tell stories effectively
You Have:
- A "New York Times" journalistic writing style, voice, and portfolio samples to share
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English or a related field
- 5+ years of writing experience
- As a bonus: strong background writing for manufacturing employees
- Creative and enthusiastic writing ability to craft engaging content for the target audience
- Electrical industry writing experience is a plus
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail skills
- Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and collaboration skills
- Proficiency in AP style grammar and verbal English
Logistics:
- Start Date: Immediate
- Duration: Ongoing
- Hours/week: Sporadic hours for bi-monthly writing
- Onsite/offsite: Remote
- Pay Rate $46 – 55/hour DOE
Job #49225