Writer and Author (Print Journalism)

icreatives • Bethesda, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Writer/Author will function as an experienced journalist and long-form storyteller, developing print and digital content that highlights medical innovation, patient experiences, research, staff achievements, and command priorities. This is an onsite contract position in Bethesda, Maryland, for the period December 2026 through November 2027, with a pay rate of $62.00.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of proven journalism or professional-writing experience.
• A strong portfolio of published articles demonstrating interviewing, narrative storytelling, and long-form writing.
• Proven experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or a similar regulated, high-visibility environment.
• Thorough understanding of HIPAA and PHI safeguards, particularly when interviewing patients.
• Excellent project-management capability, including editorial-calendar management, content-strategy development, and simultaneous management of multiple stories.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with patients, families, senior leaders, and medical experts.

Responsibilities

• Develop print and digital content about medical innovation, patient experiences, research, staff achievements, and command priorities.
• Conduct interviews and create narrative and long-form stories.
• Manage editorial calendars, develop content strategy, and manage multiple stories simultaneously.
• Safeguard patient health information when interviewing patients.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior