Major Function/Purpose of the Position:
The Copywriter at Regent University plays a vital role in advancing the universitys mission by crafting compelling brand-consistent high-quality written content that communicates Regents values academic excellence and Christ-centered identity. This position is responsible for developing strategic messaging across a variety of platformsincluding print digital and web to engage prospective students donors alumni and other key audiences. The role involves integrating improvements from testing results and analysis to create results-driven approaches to copy. This role will work collaboratively with creative team members and assigned clients across the university.
Essential Duties:
- Develop and write clear and engaging copy for a wide range of media including web pages email campaigns brochures digital ads video scripts and print collateral.
- Ensure all written content aligns with Regent Universitys brand voice values and Christ-centered mission.
- Assist in message development that communicates Regents unique value proposition.
- Develop content specific to each medium integrating improvements from testing results and analysis.
- Apply proficient knowledge of AP style and editorial best practices to maintain consistency and quality across all communications.
- Collaborate with the creative team on marketing campaigns and other designated assignments.
- Maintain a strong and relevant voice among institutional peers in higher education.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining a high standard of excellence.
- Edit and proofread copy created by other writers or departments for grammar clarity tone and brand alignment.
- Assist in updating and maintaining the Brand Guide and Value Propositions Spreadsheet to ensure the most up-to-date information is captured.
- Assumes other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of professional copywriting experience
- A bachelors degree in a related field or an equivalent professional experience
- Exceptional writing editing and proofreading skills
- Proficient in AP style
- Experience writing for digital marketing platforms
- Familiarity with inbound marketing tactics and lead generation
- Results-oriented with the ability to organize and independently manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Effective time-management and prioritization skills estimating appropriate time for tasks and deliverables to consistently meet deadlines
- Organizational skills professionalism and a creative team player mentality
- Portfolio and/or samples demonstrating a range of voice tone and messaging strategies across different platforms and industries required
- Commitment to Regents core values of Excellence Innovation and Integrity
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