Student Writer Job at University of Georgia in Griffin

Student Writer

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Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R27824P

Working Title Student Writer

Department CAES-Comm & Marketing

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Produce several stories per month for web distribution, highlighting faculty publications, news and events
• Occasionally attend and cover college events
• Interview faculty, staff and students
• Assist with other communication- and marketing-related projects
• Create relevant and engaging content based on topics as assigned and pitched
• Work with the OMC team to generate ideas for new content topics
• Meet regular story submission deadlines
• Other related duties on an as-needed basis, and per interests/experience

Position Information

Classification Title Student Assistant

FLSA Non-Exempt

UGA Job Code FTE .50

Minimum Qualifications

The student writer will work in the Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC) within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), assisting in the dissemination of news and information about the college to the campus and news media. This position offers the opportunity to develop internal announcements within CAES and UGA Cooperative Extension, review and creatively adapt research publications to produce clear, engaging, and accessible content for a general audience, and write compelling stories as part of a burning questions and consumer-focused series.

The ideal candidate is available to work 15 hours per week. The hours are flexible and will be structured around class schedules and related deadlines with the possibility of hybrid (partially remote) work.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

• Strong writing and research skills
• Competent in Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop or Canva
• Knowledge of correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Knowledge of AP writing style

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Previous experience reporting for a newspaper, broadcast, radio, online or other media outlet is a plus
• Students with experience studying or working in agricultural communication, communications, journalism, media studies, marketing, public relations or English are preferred

Physical Demands

Normal computer work. Driving required.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Name: Emily Cabrera

Recruitment Contact Email: emcabrera@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone: [Insert Phone Number]

Applicant Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Writing Sample

[Insert Optional Document List]

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.