Requisition Number 18-0038
Title Writer/Editor
City Herndon State VA

Description

Writer/Editor

K12 is a dynamic company on a mission to provide the most compelling, comprehensive, and effective K-12 education available. Our employees are a critical part of an organization that is providing powerful, new options for the way children can be educated. They have a passion for education and a drive to make a difference.

We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest level of integrity. We have the same high expectations for our employees as we do for the students who are in our programs. These are just a few of the values that make K12 a great place to work.

K12 is seeking a Writer/Editor to join the Marketing Editorial team. The Writer/Editor expertly writes a variety of editorial/advertising/marketing copy for a range of marketing channels and audiences as well as strategic, response-oriented content in a fast-paced environment. The position works closely with internal clients to understand and add value to projects.

• Writes and edits direct-to-consumer copy for online and in-print assets for a variety of audiences and channels, e.g., email, banners/digital marketing taglines, web copy, social media, brochures, flyers, etc.

• Develops strategically on-target, response-oriented communications employing an effective level of writing as well as correct grammar, usage, and spelling; writes a variety of short-form and more sustained, longer form pieces

• Works collaboratively with group leaders and fellow team members to develop compelling ideas, concepts, and campaigns; works closely with marketing teams and internal clients to understand and add value to project requirements

• Processes a high volume of work efficiently while maintaining quality using production and project management interfaces • Has the ability to edit peer's copy to help ensure clarity, accuracy, and message impact

• Has a level of familiarity with digital best practices and skills, including knowledge of SEO and usability

• Possesses excellent interpersonal communications skills and ability to engage with internal and external partners for content promotion efforts

The Writer/Editor expertly writes a variety of editorial/advertising/marketing copy for a range of marketing channels and audiences as well as strategic, response-oriented content in a fast-paced environment. The position works closely with internal clients to understand and add value to projects.

• Writes and edits direct-to-consumer copy for online and in-print assets for a variety of audiences and channels, e.g., email, banners/digital marketing taglines, web copy, social media, brochures, flyers, etc.

• Develops strategically on-target, response-oriented communications employing an effective level of writing as well as correct grammar, usage, and spelling; writes a variety of short-form and more sustained, longer form pieces

• Works collaboratively with group leaders and fellow team members to develop compelling ideas, concepts, and campaigns; works closely with marketing teams and internal clients to understand and add value to project requirements

• Processes a high volume of work efficiently while maintaining quality using production and project management interfaces • Has the ability to edit peer's copy to help ensure clarity, accuracy, and message impact

• Has a level of familiarity with digital best practices and skills, including knowledge of SEO and usability

• Possesses excellent interpersonal communications skills and ability to engage with internal and external partners for content promotion efforts
Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or related field AND

• 5 years of writing/editing experience in advertising or marketing

• Business-to-consumer copy/content experience is preferred, as is educational market background

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Thorough understanding of standard copy editing skills

• Ability to meet tight deadlines with grace under pressure

• Strong commitment to deliver error-free work

• Superior attention to detail while balancing multiple projects

• Flexibility, adaptability, and excellent interpersonal/collaborative skills

• Ability to process creative output as well as workflow via production and project management interfaces

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word

• Familiarity with PowerPoint and Excel

• Experience with or ability to work within specialized interfaces, such as content management systems

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