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University of Florida Writer in Gainesville, Florida
Writer
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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing
Department: 27010400 - HA-HSC NEWS / COMMUNICATIONS
Classification Title:
Writer
Job Description:
Identifies, reports and writes science-based content for UF Health Communications, including materials for The POST, single-issue publications such as special reports, or radio scripts for a consumer health program that airs nationally on public radio affiliates. Produces multimedia content for external channels. Maintains relationships with faculty and staff and other internal constituents to determine when newsworthy research will be published or presented. Must be proficient in Associated Press style.
Edits news releases and publications. Works with photographers, videographers and graphic designers as needed.
Scouts and pitches story ideas to news media; escorts news media during on-site visits and responds to media requests in an expeditious manner.
Provides communications, marketing and public relations-related planning and support, including occasional event planning and assistance with special projects.
Expected Salary:
$64,000 to $70,000
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization or an associate’s degree and two years of appropriate experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization such as journalism, public relations or communications and two years of appropriate experience; five years of appropriate experience desired
Writing experience, preferably as a reporter or editor at a newspaper, magazine or broadcast media outlet (strongly preferred)
Experience with the development and implementation of marketing and public relations campaigns and editorial planning and coordination preferred
Experience in reporting and writing on medical and scientific topics
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint (strongly preferred)
Superior spelling, punctuation and grammatical skills; proficiency in Associated Press style
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments independently
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team toward organizational objectives
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please upload the following - CV or Resume, Cover Letter and List of Professional References.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 30 Apr 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 May 2024 Eastern Daylight Time