Writer/Editor (Part-Time On Call) - Huntsville, AL

Serco Group • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Seeking a part time on call Writer/Editor to join our Huntsville, AL-based strategic communications team supporting the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. In this role, you will work part time on call as-needed basis, as part of a small team that produces publications, websites, social media, videos and speeches explaining the complex nature of the command. This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain/transfer an active DoD Secret security clearance. Serco provides strategic communications support to the Office of Public Affairs at USASMDC's Redstone Arsenal, AL headquarters location through the development of communication strategies and planning and the production of publications, social media and web content, and the creation of news stories, video scripts and speeches in an effort to inform and educate stakeholders about the command's unique global mission and increase understanding of its importance.

Requirements

• A U.S. citizenship
• An active DoD Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English or related field
• A minimum of 5 years military public affairs experience to include media relations and event coverage
• A minimum of 5 years writing military public affairs content for internal and external audiences to include articles, press releases, speeches and other products
• A minimum of 5 years of experience writing and editing articles for public release, including proficiency in the use of AP Style
• Experience collaborating with and interviewing Subject Matter Experts to obtain complex military and scientific information to include in articles and publications
• Ability to work on an as needed, on call basis

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of writing experience creating products for public consumption
• Minimum of 5 years writing military content
• Five or more years of experience writing and editing for various internal and external audiences, including proficiency in the use of AP Style
• Experience collaborating with editors and Subject Matter Experts
• Skilled in MS Office software
• Skilled with preparation of images, i.e., understanding of image resolution and use of basic image manipulation tools
• Familiar with Adobe InDesign, i.e., basic layout and page design
• Familiarity with military systems and capabilities, particularly in air and missile defense and/or space

Responsibilities

• Research, write and edit articles about various aspects of USASMDC
• Assist with the planning, scheduling and project details of an annual magazine
• Coordinate with various points of contact in the command to obtain information and images to complete story assignments
• Edit articles using Army and AP Style formats
• Coordinate with printers regarding specifications, binding, materials and cost
• Draft speeches, talking points, letters, messages and other products for the commanding general and other senior leaders as needed
• Engage with Subject Matter Experts within the command, other military commands, and other sources as required to understand background information and obtain images
• Draft senior leader messages to the workforce on a variety of topics
• Use your understanding of grammar and style guides to edit executive level documents and senior correspondence
• Meet established deadlines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees