Job Description

Reports to: Executive Director of Communications and Marketing

Status:       Full Time

FLSA:         Non – Exempt

Location:    Manhattan- Main Campus

About Touro College:

Touro is a system of Jewish-sponsored non-profit institutions of higher and professional education. Touro College was chartered in 1970 primarily to enrich the Jewish heritage, and to serve the larger American community. Approximately 19,000 students are currently enrolled in its various schools and divisions. Touro College has branch campuses, locations and instructional sites in the New York area, as well as branch campuses and programs in Berlin, Jerusalem, Moscow, Paris, and Florida. Touro University California and its Nevada branch campus, as well as Touro College Los Angeles and Touro University Worldwide, are separately accredited institutions within the Touro College and University System. For further information on Touro College, please go to: http://www.touro.edu/media/.

JOB SUMMARY:

Serve as a member of the Communications and Marketing team to build awareness and enhance the image of Touro College in the Jewish and general communities, in addition to the academic community. Research, develop, write and edit stories for local, ethnic and national press, as well as customized brochures for various schools and programs, and other communication materials that achieve departmental and college goals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties includes the following but not limited to:

Develops relationships with clients that include deans and faculty to discover interesting story ideas about faculty, students and interesting initiatives Writes compelling stories about students, faculty, and deans in the four undergraduate schools Edits copy written by faculty and students revising, rewriting, and reorganizing for clarity, comprehension, use of language, sequence of thought, logic, flow, consistency, and effectiveness Provides creative input on marketing, publication projects as well as the web. Researches and prepares creative briefs, collaborates on strategy and web content, and maintains communication with clients Works proactively with the Executive Director to identify new opportunities in support of comprehensive and consistent brand strategy Researches, gathers, and provides background information and campaign deliverables as needed Directs and supports multiple projects concurrently and efficiently through the use of project management best practices to ensure goals, deadlines, maintaining consistent quality in all materials

REQUIREMENTS:

Education, Preparation, and Training

Bachelor’s degree, Master’s preferred, in Journalism, Public Relations, Mass Communications, English, Marketing, or related fields Public Relations experience preferred

Skills

Strong story-telling and writing skills

Creative thinker, passionate about content, determined to seek out the story Strong headline writing skills Strong interviewing skills – you know the right questions to ask Good editor, can edit copy to match a certain style or voice Excellent project management and strong interpersonal skills Can work independently and collaborate with a team Comfortable/willing to learn CMS (content management system) to update and upload content Knowledge of/integration with social media a plus Contributes to editing guidelines for internal/external editors Ability to work on simultaneous projects Willingness to “dig in” and do the work required to get great content Excellent grammar, spelling and English usage Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds

Physical Demands

Extensive use of computers

Extensive time sitting and standing

Able to lift up to 5 lbs.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet Research

 

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter with salary expectations and your resume to: recruit.hr@touro.edu. The subject line of your email should read: “Staff Writer”

Job Categories: Indeed, Media/Design/Art, Non-Profit, and Other. Job Types: Full-Time.

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