Student Writer and Editor (Fall)

University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

6d•$15•Remote

About The Position

The Student Writer writes and proofreads content for print and digital publications, including, but not limited to, instructional materials, curriculum, website content, news and feature articles, blogs, social media posts, and press releases. The incumbent will work with requesting parties to ensure an understanding of project needs, gather a sense of the target audience, and support the planning and implementation of the team's projects and initiatives. The Student Writer will assist in the collection of data and information from comprehensive annotated bibliographies and detailed literature reviews to create practitioner-friendly briefs. This will be used by field staff to guide and direct interventions and services. The Student Writer writes original content for curriculum, print, web, and press use by compiling information collected through research, interviewing, and gathering materials from participating stakeholders. The incumbent will ensure messaging is accurate, clear, and fits within K20 branding guidelines. This will enable staff to facilitate effective communications within and outside the K20 Center by ensuring that information flows efficiently and accurately while fostering collaboration. The incumbent will perform various additional duties as needed to successfully fulfill the position's function.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in the Fall Term as a student at the University of Oklahoma.
Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
Resume
Cover Letter
Class Schedule
Ability to be organized and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Ability to work with diverse groups in planning, developing, and evaluating products.
Active listening skills.
Excellent written and verbal skills
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
Interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of the different media sites or sources.
Knowledge of trends and developments in writing.
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive)
Microsoft Teams
Proficient in copywriting, editing, proofreading, and composition
Project management practices.
Scheduling & coordination.
Teamwork and collaboration skills.
Zoom.

Nice To Haves

Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in professional writing, English, Journalism, Communications, or related field.

Responsibilities

Edits, posts, and updates instructional content that will be placed within K20’s instructional resource repository.
Ensures clarity, coherence, and overall quality by reviewing and refining written materials.
Enhances creative elements to engage the target audience effectively and present technical details clearly and accessibly.
Meticulously edits content to maintain a consistent, professional style, adhering to brand guidelines.
Corrects grammatical errors, refines sentence structures, and harmonizes writing style for a seamless, polished final product aligning with communication standards.
Pays careful attention to technical details, including factchecking, validating data, and ensuring accuracy.
Collaborates with experts to guarantee authenticity and reliability while making technical content accessible to a diverse audience.
Works with requesting parties to ensure an understanding of project needs, gather a sense of the target audience, and support the planning and implementation of the team's projects and initiatives.
Executes assigned project tasks, ensuring they are completed in accordance with the project plan and within the specified time.
Uses established communication channels to inform stakeholders about the progress of assigned tasks.
Fully participates in regular updates, reports, and status meetings.
Fosters positive relationships with project stakeholders, including community members, partners, and team members.
Addresses stakeholder needs and concerns while keeping them informed about project developments.
Assists in the collection of data and information from comprehensive annotated bibliographies and detailed literature reviews to create practitioner-friendly briefs.
Helps conduct in-depth literature reviews, utilizing research databases and journals to compile up-to-date summaries.
Synthesizes complex information to support evidence-based practices in content creation.
Collaborates to distill technical information into clear, accessible content.
Translates scientific jargon into layman's terms without sacrificing precision.
Plays a key role in making research findings understandable to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, aligning with evidence-based practices.
Writes original content for curriculum, print, web, and press use by compiling information collected through research, interviewing, and gathering materials from participating stakeholders.
Develops innovative ideas for content across mediums, aligning with the brand's voice.
Demonstrates creativity and technical acumen to captivate the target audience through unique concepts.
Conducts in-depth research for accurate, credible content.
Synthesizes technical details into clear, concise narratives, using industry trends to enhance quality and relevance.
Tailors writing style to diverse channels, adapting content for varied audiences while maintaining messaging consistency.
Explores new styles and formats to diversify the content portfolio and stay industry relevant.
Ensures messaging is accurate, clear, and fits within K20 branding guidelines.
Establishes internal communication strategies to stay informed about organizational updates, policies, and relevant news.
Actively uses the organization’s various channels, such as email, Microsoft Teams, and team meetings, to keep staff informed.
Manages external communications, including interactions with students, families, educators, school leaders, and partners.
Creates and maintains a positive working relationship and ensures all external messages align with the organization's mission and values.
Develops and distributes content, including written materials, graphics, presentations, and multimedia, to convey key messages and information.
Ensures content is clear, consistent, and engaging.
Builds and nurtures relationships with key stakeholders, including students, families, educators, school leaders, and partners.
Keeps stakeholders informed and engaged in the sponsored project's activities and initiatives.
Collaborates with the management team to develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that support the sponsored project's objectives and goals.
Performs various additional duties as needed to successfully fulfill the position's function.