University of Utah is hiring: Copy Writer in Salt Lake City

Open Date: 12/04/2024

Requisition Number: PRN40521B

Job Title: Account Executive/Copy Writer

Working Title: Copy Writer

Job Grade: E

FLSA Code: Administrative

Standard Hours per Week: 40

Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule Summary: Monday‐Friday, 8:00 am‐5:00 pm

VP Area: Academic Affairs

Department: 02118 - EM: Planning & Analysis

Location: Campus

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: $52,000 ‐ $55,000

Close Date: 01/12/2025

Job Summary:

Works with University departments and outside clients to develop a wide array of marketing strategies. Conceptualizes and writes advertising copy to support marketing strategies and creative platforms. Coordinates the production, delivery and distribution of ongoing promotional materials.

Responsibilities:

This job will be 90% writing. You will be responsible for creating content/copy and proofing/editing existing copy for a multitude of platforms and audiences, including print, digital, and social media. Typical projects will include but are not limited to creating complex email campaigns, webpage content, social media posts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.), print brochures, etc.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required:

Nearly Continuously:

• Office environment.
• Sitting.
• Hearing.
• Listening.
• Talking.

Often:

• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing).
• Walking.

Seldom:

• Outdoor Environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication, English or related field, plus three years professional experience in marketing, advertising, copywriting, directing publication projects or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated ability to develop effective print and broadcast media campaigns. Must possess excellent grammar, proofreading, human relation and effective communication skills.

Familiarity with broadcast production, studio photography direction, postal regulations and costing-out jobs is preferred.

Preferences:

• Higher Ed, publication or agency experience.
• Experience working in HTML/CSS.
• Experience working with Slate or other CRM a plus.
• Email Marketing: Experienced in email marketing for targeted audiences and adept at creating a sense of urgency with CTAs that drive traffic and create leads.
• Web Content Creation: Proven experience in translating complex content into easy‐to‐read copy with user experience as a top priority. Experienced in creating content with keywords for webpages to be easily optimized and indexed.
• Strong Editing/Proofreading Skills: Detail-oriented with proven ability to proof, edit, and spot errors in your own work, as well as the work of others. Proven ability to evaluate and tweak copy to improve readability, accuracy, and voice.

Type: Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary:

Additional Information:

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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