Content Writer

Description:

What You'll Do
 

• Write consumer-facing content related to online education, degrees, courses, bootcamps, and other educational and career pathways
• Conduct interviews with relevant sources and subject-matter experts
• Research higher education and career news, trends, and data
• Learn and employ SEO best practices to ensure content is highly visible in search engines
• Uphold editorial guidelines and best practices
• Work collaboratively with assigning and copy editors to craft high-quality content
• Fact check work with reputable sources
   

What We're Looking For
 

• 2+ years of experience in a digital media, journalism, or digital marketing environment
• Ability to write content on a quick turnaround
• Familiarity with higher education is a plus, but not required
• A bachelor's degree in journalism, English, creative writing, or a related field
• A portfolio of published work or writing samples
• In-depth research skills and high attention to detail
• Strong familiarity with AP Style and journalism fundamentals
• Self-motivated with a track record of success managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Familiarity with SEO best practices
• Familiarity publishing on WordPress or a similar CMS