Senior Writer

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

10d

About The Position

The Senior Writer must be highly collaborative and adept at working both independently and across teams. You will manage complex writing projects from concept to execution, ensuring consistency, clarity, and brand alignment across all communications. In addition to writing and editing responsibilities, you will contribute to high-level messaging strategies and support cross-functional initiatives within the Admissions team, including support for Summer Session programming, Small Town and Rural Students Network, and the Advanced Scholars Program, among others. As with all Admissions staff, this role may include recruitment and application review responsibilities, along with project management duties within specialized teams. The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate exceptional writing and editorial skills, strategic insight, and a deep understanding of the admissions landscape. As a Senior Writer, you will lead the development of compelling digital and print content that shapes the voice of the University of Chicago’s Office of College Admissions. You will play a key role in crafting narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, supporting the University's recruitment and engagement efforts at a national and global scale. We encourage all interested internal candidates with a strong writing portfolio and a demonstrated commitment to the values of the Office to apply.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a lead writer and editor for high-impact admissions materials.
• Serves as lead writer and editor for summer session admissions materials and communications.
• Serves as lead writer for advanced scholars and 4 +1 communications and materials.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to craft effective messaging strategies.
• Manages complex projects from concept through execution.
• Provides editorial guidance and mentorship to fellow writers and communicators.
• Supports strategic initiatives that advance our outreach and enrollment goals, including support for Summer Session programming, Small Town and Rural Students Network, and Advanced Scholars Program, among others.
• Uses knowledge of writing with moderate levels of guidance to write in-depth pieces relating to specialized field (e.g. scientific writing).
• Participates in the design and planning of communications strategies.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees