Writer and Communications Specialist

Appalachian State UniversityBoone, NC

About The Position

The Writer and Communications Specialist serves as a core contributor to the university’s institutional messaging, developing narratives that articulate the institution’s mission and strategic vision. This role is responsible for drafting executive communications and news features while ensuring a consistent voice across professional platforms. By combining writing and editing skills with detail-oriented logistical coordination and knowledge of institutional protocol, the specialist works with internal teams to transform complex information into clear content that advances the university’s reputation and strengthens engagement with its audiences.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Nice To Haves

  • A degree in communication, public relations, journalism, marketing, English or a related field
  • Five years of relevant work experience as a writer or editor on a creative or news team
  • Speech writing experience
  • Demonstrated history of researching and writing documents on deadline
  • Knowledge of AP Style and familiarity with other writing style guides
  • Experience with event and/or project management
  • Demonstrated history of building relationships in a higher education, government or corporate setting
  • Experience utilizing project management platforms
  • Working knowledge of generative AI tools and AI prompt engineering

Responsibilities

  • Drafting executive communications and news features
  • Ensuring a consistent voice across professional platforms
  • Transforming complex information into clear content that advances the university’s reputation and strengthens engagement with its audiences
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