Writer I (TEMP)

The Opportunity:

The part-time Writer I will assist with creating content for Pegasus magazine, UCF Today and other UCF Marketing projects through research, create questions, connect with sources, conduct interviews, write and/or create content, and edit content for assignments.

Responsibilities:

Content Creation: 

• Produce high-quality, engaging written content across various formats (articles, blog posts, social media updates, website copy, etc.)

• Conduct thorough research and gather information from reliable sources.

• Ensure all content is accurate, informative, and free of grammatical errors.

Editorial Support:

• Assist with the editing and proofreading of content.

• Contribute to content strategy and brainstorming sessions.

Collaboration:

• Work effectively with cross-functional teams (marketing, design, etc.) to achieve project goals.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.

Brand Voice:

• Maintain consistent brand voice and messaging across all platforms. 

• Adapt writing style to suit the target audience and platform.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 0 years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a relevant field.

• Two years experience in a relevant field.

• Proven proficiency in AP style editing skills.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This position may have the possibility for hybrid work based on university policy and supervisory approval.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?  

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. 

Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off. 

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Benefits Eligibility

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.