Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hamilton College is an institution of higher education seeking a creative and experienced College Writer. The role produces and edits stories, profiles, news content, and digital communications while interviewing campus stakeholders and supporting content strategy, marketing campaigns, and institutional initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Research and write engaging, thoughtfully reported feature stories, profiles, and news content for Hamilton’s magazine, website, and newsletters
- Conduct interviews with students, faculty, staff, and alumni, often translating complex ideas or technical topics into clear, audience-focused narratives
- Edit and revise content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with Hamilton’s editorial voice and AP style
- Participate periodically in weekly Content Strategy meetings to generate story ideas, shape narratives, and align on cross-platform priorities
- Provide writing support for high-impact projects, marketing campaigns, and institutional initiatives
- Estimated time commitment is 20-25 hours per week. Total hours worked per year cannot exceed
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, English, or related field
- At least two years of professional writing experience
- Experience writing for multiple formats (longform features, short web/email copy, Q&As, captions, newsletters, etc.)
- Exceptional and proven writing, interviewing, and editing skills, with attention to accuracy and detail
- Ability to adapt writing style and tone for different audiences, from prospective students to alumni
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills; comfortable working with diverse stakeholders
- Curiosity, creativity, and a commitment to continuous learning about evolving digital content practices
- Demonstrated editing and fact-checking skills
- Knowledge of AP Style preferred
- Experience in higher education or nonprofit settings preferred
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