Temporary Senior Editor
Northwestern University - Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208![Northwestern University](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Temp CenterSalary/Grade:
TMP/01
Position:
Temporary Senior EditorHours:
This is a
part-time
position ( 20
hours per week/ TBD)Pay:
$40-45.00
per hourCampus:
EvanstonApproximate start date:
ASAPApproximate end date:
4/30/2025Northwestern University is seeking a temporary
Part-time Senior Editor
for the
Evanston
campus.Temporary Job Description:Northwestern University Alumni Relations and Development is seeking a part-time (20 hours/week) Senior Editor to join our 18-person Marketing and Communications team on a temporary basis (through April 2025 with the possibility of extending). The position will be hybrid, with in-office days spent in our Evanston office. The estimated pay range for this position is $40 -$45/hour.Reporting to the senior associate director of editorial content, the senior editor will review, edit, proof, and develop engaging copy for Northwestern alumni and donor audiences. Projects range from publications and e-newsletters to event marketing materials, web copy, captions, promotional emails, fundraising collateral, and more.Desired qualifications include 6+ years of editing experience, a strong command of editorial style (Chicago Manual of Style and/or AP required), attention to detail, and communication skills; the ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and complete projects on deadline; and the ability to write compelling short-form and long-form editorial copy. Experience in higher education and fundraising organizations, in marketing and related fields, and with inclusive language are a plus.To apply, please submit both a cover letter and resume. The hiring process for this position will require writing/editing examples, as well as an editing test.Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision.Northwestern strongly recommends COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for people who can obtain them as a critical tool for minimizing severe illness. More information can be found on the COVID-19 and Campus Updates webpage.The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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