Job Description

Writer - Business, Finance and Technology

Are you a writer who gets excited by AI, cryptocurrency, cybersecurity and other technologies disrupting the business world? Can you write engaging, informative stories that will make readers want to learn more? Can you also condense complex ideas into a Tweet?

The School of Business at Stevens Institute of Technology is seeking an experienced, versatile writer to work with our fast-growing organization. You'll write compelling long-form stories about our students and faculty who are working at the intersection of business, finance and emerging technologies. You’ll also help write concise and precise marketing copy that can fit into a Facebook ad.

You're a storyteller that's equal parts journalist, copywriter and marketer. This position requires a deep understanding of the language and concepts used throughout fintech.

Please submit a portfolio of published stories, marketing copy and/or professional social media posts.

Duties and responsibilities

• Write engaging stories about students and faculty at the School of Business, highlighting their challenges and successes.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the university to develop and write articles to support websites and marketing campaigns, with attention to keywords for SEO purposes.
• Help write search page titles and meta descriptions to drive traffic to pages.
• Help create and distribute marketing content including annual reports, white papers, brochures, advertising copy and dean’s letters.
• Copyedit and proofread colleagues’ work, as needed.
• Help write conversion focused landing pages.
• Help write marketing emails appealing to prospective students.

Requirements:

• BS/BA in English, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Five years of professional writing experience required, some of it with business media.
• Ability to translate complex subject matter into compelling content for marketing purposes
• Professional experience writing on social media platforms.
• Experience addressing business audiences.
• Experience writing white papers, brochures, blogs, articles and newsletters
• Experience creating compelling copy for digital marketing campaigns that convert
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to set priorities and manage competing demands

Please submit a portfolio of writing with your application.

Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Stevens Institute of Technology appreciates all applications but can only respond to qualified candidates. 

Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who can contribute to a welcoming climate for students, faculty, and staff of all races and genders. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Department

School of Business Communications Department

General Submission Guidelines:

In order to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens, you must submit an online application. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu

EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff and student body and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.

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