Job Description

The Eberly College of Science's Office of Communications seeks an editorial assistant (part-time marketing/communications specialist) to join its team and provide key support for the college's branding and storytelling efforts.

Specifically, the person in this position will edit, fact-check, and coordinate the production/distribution of articles, feature stories, promotional materials, newsletter, and other publications created by the college's Office of Communications; ensure that all promotional materials (flyers, brochures, posters, email marketing, invitations, etc.) created by college units meet University editorial style and branding guidelines as the college's University Brand Review (UBR) process representative; review and approve information submitted for inclusion on the college events calendar and posting to the college website; and conduct benchmarking, background research, and information gathering for priority college communications and talking points.

Responsibilities

Edit, fact-check, and coordinate the production/distribution of articles, feature stories, promotional materials, newsletter, and other publications created by the college's Office of Communications
Ensure that all promotional materials (flyers, brochures, posters, email marketing, invitations, etc.) created by college units meet University editorial style and branding guidelines as the college's University Brand Review (UBR) process representative
Review and approve information submitted for inclusion on the college events calendar and posting to the college website
Conduct benchmarking, background research, and information gathering for priority college communications and talking points

Qualifications

Must be a well-organized individual with proven proofreading, editing, and project management experience, as well as a keen attention to detail
Should be someone who can work both independently and as a member of a dynamic team
As a frequent first point of contact for the Office of Communications (and, by extension, the college), the person should also be able to communicate in a positive, professional, and collaborative manner with colleagues and external stakeholders and demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of diverse audiences and communities
Greatest consideration will be given to candidates with a degree and/or experience in an English-, journalism-, or communications-related field
Strong familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style, and Penn State's brand editorial style and visual identity standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and InDesign, and Canva

Position Details

This is a part-time position (averaging 20–25 hours a week) with the flexibility to work in a remote/hybrid environment

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a cover letter detailing their interest in the position
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies

Job Description

Responsibilities

Edit, fact-check, and coordinate the production/distribution of articles, feature stories, promotional materials, newsletter, and other publications created by the college's Office of Communications
Ensure that all promotional materials (flyers, brochures, posters, email marketing, invitations, etc.) created by college units meet University editorial style and branding guidelines as the college's University Brand Review (UBR) process representative
Review and approve information submitted for inclusion on the college events calendar and posting to the college website
Conduct benchmarking, background research, and information gathering for priority college communications and talking points

Qualifications

Must be a well-organized individual with proven proofreading, editing, and project management experience, as well as a keen attention to detail
Should be someone who can work both independently and as a member of a dynamic team
As a frequent first point of contact for the Office of Communications (and, by extension, the college), the person should also be able to communicate in a positive, professional, and collaborative manner with colleagues and external stakeholders and demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of diverse audiences and communities
Greatest consideration will be given to candidates with a degree and/or experience in an English-, journalism-, or communications-related field
Strong familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style, and Penn State's brand editorial style and visual identity standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and InDesign, and Canva

Position Details

This is a part-time position (averaging 20–25 hours a week) with the flexibility to work in a remote/hybrid environment

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a cover letter detailing their interest in the position
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies

Part-Time Editorial Assistant

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Part-Time Editorial Assistant

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