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Overview
Staff Writer (External):
Bowhead is seeking an External Staff Writer for an upcoming effort located at the Navy Yard in Washington, DC. The External Staff Writer will prepare statements, press releases, long-form articles, public affairs guidance, communication plans, briefing cards and like material as required and in accordance with Navy and Associated Press Style guidance.
Responsibilities
Bowhead seeks to network with qualified individuals relative to a potential opportunity, which is contingent upon award and not currently funded. Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be accepted.
Qualifications
Target salary is $85,000/year to $120,000/year commensurate with experience.
Physical Demands:
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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Staff Writer (External):
Bowhead is seeking an External Staff Writer for an upcoming effort located at the Navy Yard in Washington, DC. The External Staff Writer will prepare statements, press releases, long-form articles, public affairs guidance, communication plans, briefing cards and like material as required and in accordance with Navy and Associated Press Style guidance.
Responsibilities
- Authors feature and straight news writing products and provides editorial support directed to a wide range of audiences; including Members of Congress, Department of Defense (DOD), industry stakeholders and the general public.
- Products include but are not limited to: reports, fact sheets, press releases, website or social media and brochures.
- Consults with appropriate subject matter experts to ensure information is presented accurately.
Bowhead seeks to network with qualified individuals relative to a potential opportunity, which is contingent upon award and not currently funded. Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be accepted.
Qualifications
- At least four (4) years of experience and a baccalaureate in English, or Communications, or related field.
- Minimum of four (4) years of civilian or military experience in corporate communications.
- Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in English or Communications or other related field.
- Experience to write and edit news copy (articles, social media posts, et cetera) according to Navy and Associated Press Stylebook.
- Experience to synthesize complex ideas and initiatives into easily understood communications for a variety of audiences.
- Experience in managing small and largescale projects that contribute to a larger strategic communications plan.
- Experience to manage competing priorities under strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail; experience to work effectively with NAVSEA's senior leaders in a high profile and demanding office.
- Experience with NAVSEA, Congress, the Navy and Department of Defense.
Target salary is $85,000/year to $120,000/year commensurate with experience.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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