Business & News Writer

Job Summary

The Office of Strategic Relations and Communications (SRC) encourages applications for a part-time Business & News Writer! This media-forward position will research, write, edit and otherwise produce and facilitate the distribution of written content designed to increase the visibility of key faculty research and expertise strategically identified to enhance the reputation of the university and the Leeds School of Business in the news media.
In collaboration with the SRC media relations team and the marketing communications team at the Leeds School of Business, this position will be responsible for producing news stories, Q&A’s, media releases, feature articles and other written content identified by the media relations manager, with the goal of generating content that will be of interest to the media and broader audiences. Key elements of the position include: breaking down complex research into engaging content that anyone can understand; attracting positive attention from the media and key constituents in Colorado and nationwide for innovative research through strong multimedia storytelling and proactive pitching; using faculty expertise by working with journalists seeking experts on hot topics; collaborating and working with videographers, photographers and other members of the SRC team to create and share high quality multimedia story assets around topics in business.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Lead. Innovate. Impact.
Strategic Relations and Communications facilitates an integrated approach to campus-wide marketing and communications to inspire greater CU Boulder engagement, affinity and support.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Writing and Editing:

• Identifying stories of wide public interest for news packaging by meeting with campus business experts to discuss the latest research efforts and by keeping abreast of emerging and trending topics in business-from DEI and ESG to financial markets and acquisitions.
• Edit content to ensure that it aligns with Associated Press Style, university external-relations style and university brand standards.

What You Should Know

• This is a 50% time position, averaging 20 hours per week.
• This is currently a 1-year limited term position.
• This position is ideally a hybrid position, working both remotely and in-person at the CU Boulder campus.
• All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to comply with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement. New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.

What We Can Offer

• The salary range for this 50% position is $32,295 to $36,300 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

Be Statements

Be excited. Be fun. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 3 years of professional experience that may include journalism, communications or mass communications, and preferably with experience in business journalism.

What You Will Need

• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to produce clear, concise, persuasive and original copy.
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills.

What We Would Like You to Have

• 5+ years of professional business-related experience in journalism, communications, or mass communications.
• Experience writing or editing for a magazine or newspaper.
• Experience in higher education creating research- or science-related content.
• Strong relationships with national business journalists/publications.
• Familiarity with AP style.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
3. A writing sample that represents your relevant writing experience.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by February 15, 2023 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu