Continuing Education Copywriter/Editor

Howard Community College

Starting at $21.27

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

Dec 11, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

About Us	Howard Community College ( HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020. Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!
Position Title	Continuing Education Copywriter/Editor
FLSA	Non-Exempt
FT/PT	Part Time
Hours Per Week	25
Work Schedule	Normal business hours, flexible
Position Salary Range	Starting at $21.27
General Responsibilities	Howard Community College's Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development is seeking a creative communications professional to provide copywriting, editing, research, and planning support and aid in marketing projects. Reporting to the Continuing Education Marketing Manager, the successful candidate must have strong writing, editing, and data analysis skills as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced office environment. This role requires experience in crafting print and digital communications; phenomenal proofreading and editing skills; as well as a passion for producing engaging and relevant print, web, and social media content.
Work Performed	Under the supervision and direction of the marketing manager: Serves as the copywriter for the division's marketing communications including publications, direct mail pieces, postcards, direct marketing emails, e-newsletters, fliers, and success stories. Write clear marketing copy that informs, persuades, and promotes the division's programs. Assist with editing and proofreading materials to best communicate information, tell stories, and market the division and its offerings. Assist with CEWD webpage edits and copywriting as needed. Assist with the publication of division-wide courses to the college's website. Ensure consistency (style, fonts, images, and tone) in marketing materials to align with the college's style guide. Assist with developing social media content. The ability to multi-task/switch between duties and adhere to deadlines quickly are crucial for this position.
Minimum Education Required	Bachelor's degree
Minimum Number of Years Experience Required
Other Knowledge Required	Must be proficient in the Constant Contact Digital and Email Marketing Platform. Must be well versed in AP style. Associate's degree will be considered with 3+ years of experience.
Working Conditions
Division	Vice President of External Affairs, Communications, & Advancement
Department	Public Relations & Marketing

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	NB115P
Number of Vacancies	1
Best Consideration Date	03/10/2023
Job Open Date	02/10/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Applicant Instructions	*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2586
EEO Statement	Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.