What are the responsibilities and job description for the Copywriter position at Weber State University?
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Copywriter
Requisition Number
S01991P
Position Category
Staff
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
E31
Salary
FLSA
Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Division of Online & Continuing Education at Weber State seeks a motivated, well-organized individual to write and edit engaging content to engage lifelong learners and an array of on-campus and off-campus partners. The content will be used for websites, print materials, emails, digital ads, podcasts, billboards and radio, among other assets.
Position includes:
Position includes:
- Working independently or with the team to create both external and internal marketing materials.
- Researching, writing and editing copy that will be used in various forms of advertising and communications.
- Meeting with clients to understand the intended audience and the marketing goals that need to be communicated.
- Presenting ideas to clients and modifying them based on feedback provided.
- Writing, editing and managing the Community Education course catalog creation process.
- Managing digital ad and billboard campaigns.
- Other writing/editing duties within DOCE as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in communication, English, journalism, marketing, or related field required.
- One year of copywriting experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Seeking applicants with:
- Strong writing skills, including writing for higher education.
- The ability to quickly switch voice and tone to match varying audiences.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to contribute to a team effort.
- Editing skills, including an excellent understanding of grammar, punctuation and information organization.
- Ability to follow the WSU Writing Style Guide and knowledge of The Associated Press Stylebook.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and time-management skills.
- Experience using a content management system and email clients.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Newsletter writing/editing.
- Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft programs.
- Experience using a project management tool such as Asana.
- Familiarity with web coding languages like HTML and CSS.
- Familiarity with web and email analytics to understand and improve user experience.
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check?
Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
01/29/2025
Review Date
02/12/2025
Job Close Date
02/12/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Notes to Applicant
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, three writing samples (other documents 1, 2, and 3), and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Applications must be received by February 12, 2025.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Applications must be received by February 12, 2025.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/24773
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
