Staff Writer
Miami, FL
Modesto A. Maidique Campus
Updated: May 30
About FIU
Job Summary
Minimum Qualifications
Departmental Requirements
Desired Qualifications
Job Category
Advertised Salary
$45,000 - $50,000
Work Schedule
How To Apply
How To Apply
Pre-Employment Requirements
Other Information
Florida International University
is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.Job Summary
The Staff Writer in the Executive Communications team assists the Director of Communications and the
President's speechwriter in crafting and delivering compelling written content that resonates with a wide
range of audiences, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community supporters. This position
requires a creative, detail-oriented writer who understands the importance of tone, voice, and accuracy.
- Conducts research and produces an array of content in both English and Spanish, such as talking points, remarks, internal memos, and various communications for executives and the university community.
- Collaborates closely with the Director of Communications and President's speechwriter to understand the specific needs for each assignment.
- Conducts research to ensure accuracy and relevancy of the content.
- Works with tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.
- Revises and edits drafts based on feedback from leaders and other stakeholders.
- Assists in maintaining the executive communication team's calendar and managing workflow.
- Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
- - - IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT A PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO OR RELEVANT WORK SAMPLES UPON APPLYING, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSDIERED - - -
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
Departmental Requirements
Submission of a professional portfolio or relevant work samples is required upon application.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a university setting or understanding of higher education landscape.
- Familiarity with content management systems.
- Spanish writing skills preferred.
- Ability to adapt writing style to suit different audiences and media.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$45,000 - $50,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
- This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply
Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Other Information
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
- Travel to FIU Campus
The Staff Writer in the Executive Communications team assists the Director of Communications and the. President's speechwriter in crafting and delivering compelling written content that resonates with a widerange of audiences, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community supporters. This positionrequires a creative, detail-oriented writer who understands the importance of tone, voice, and accuracy. Conducts research and produces an array of content in both English and Spanish, such as talking points, remarks, internal memos, and various communications for executives and the university community. Collaborates closely with the Director of Communications and President's speechwriter to understand the specific needs for each assignment. Conducts research to ensure accuracy and relevancy of the content. Works with tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency. Revises and edits drafts based on feedback from leaders and other stakeholders. Assists in maintaining the executive communication team's calendar and managing workflow. Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. - - - IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT A PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO OR RELEVANT WORK SAMPLES UPON APPLYING, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSDIERED - - - Minimum Qualifications. Bachelor's degree. Departmental Requirements. Submission of a professional portfolio or relevant work samples is required upon application. Desired Qualifications. Experience in a university setting or understanding of higher education landscape. Familiarity with content management systems. Spanish writing skills preferred. Ability to adapt writing style to suit different audiences and media. Job Category. Administrative. Advertised Salary$45,000 - $50,000 Work Schedule. Begin time: 8:30 AM - End time: 5:00 PM -
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