Content Specialist

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Content Specialist supports the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Communications team, based in Little Rock. The role writes and edits news and feature stories that communicate the impact of the Cooperative Extension Service and develops strategic content for multiple platforms. The position collaborates with Extension faculty and staff to identify story ideas, translates complex scientific concepts for general audiences, and supports media relations. It also edits colleagues’ stories and Extension publications, photographs Extension events, and helps manage the Extension photo database.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, mass communications, public relations, marketing, technical writing, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must be able to qualify to operate a motor vehicle for state business, as some travel is required.
• Strong writing and reporting techniques to make stories appealing to news media and the public.
• Excellent storytelling skills and a strong command of English language and grammar.
• Journalistic integrity.
• Self-editing skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate sound news judgment.
• Familiarity with AP writing style.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines, with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability and desire to learn new skills quickly and efficiently and learn from others.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Self-starter.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of writing and editing experience with a portfolio of published work.
• Knowledge of agricultural issues.
• Photography skills.
• Social media experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, write, and publish news and feature stories about the work of the Cooperative Extension Service.
• Work with Extension faculty and staff to identify stories highlighting Extension programs and services.
• Translate complex scientific concepts for average readers.
• Support media relations by developing media lists, pitching stories, and assisting journalists seeking information.
• Edit and proofread stories written by colleagues.
• Copyedit Extension publications as needed.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and precision in written work.
• Develop strategic content for web pages, newsletters, publications, social media, video scripts, and presentations.
• Photograph Extension events and help manage content in the Extension photo database.

Benefits

• The Division offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Benefits eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level