Applicants will be asked to provide a resume and 2-3 writing samples at the onset of an interview.
Department
ARTS & SCIENCES; DEAN (BL-ARSD-IUBLA)
Department Information
The College's Communications and Marketing office employs several student writers who generate 600-800 word news stories for the College's homepage and news page, and social media channels. Topics covered include: Student experiences: (in the classroom, with career preparation, service impacts, and awards), Faculty scholarship and teaching: (Courses taught, groundbreaking articles and books published, service awards, achievements and awards.), Spotlights of the College's Departments, Programs, Centers and Institutes. Our team is responsible for communications and marketing projects that advance the mission and strengthen the brand of the IU College of Arts and Sciences. We focus on College-wide initiatives, including brand development and management, user-focused website development for our departments and programs, and recruitment marketing strategy and products.
Job Summary
Writes 600-800 word news and feature stories for the College.
Researches and fact checks information, including ensuring accuracy of quotes used in articles.
Complies with IU editorial guidelines, and meet Marketing & Communications deadlines.
Student Writers are welcome to exercise their ability to identify, pitch, and tell compelling and authentic stories that showcase the College's vibrant intellectual community, and its impacts.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University
Preferred
Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University as a junior or senior
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
Experience with new reporting, blogging, or other public-facing writing
SKILLS
Required
Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with meticulous attention to detail
Organized, with the ability to plan effectively and meet deadlines
A passion for higher education and research
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$12.00 per hour
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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