Architecture Writer & Editor

Special Instructions to Applicants: In PDF form all interested applicants should attach a resume cover letter and two (2) writing samples about or related to architecture in the Supporting Documents section of the application.

About Rice

Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston Texas Rice University is ranked among the nations top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system which supports students intellectually emotionally and culturally through social events intramural sports student plays lecture series courses and student government. Developing close-knit diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.

Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rices culture. They come through in how we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name RICE Responsibility Integrity Community and Excellence.

Position Summary

The Architectural Writer and Editor researches conceptualizes and produces high-quality written and visual content that communicates the work vision and impact of the School of Architecture. This role transforms complex architectural and design concepts into accessible compelling narratives and designs for diverse audiences including prospective students alumni media and the public. The position works closely with faculty staff and leadership to create integrated print and digital communications that elevate the Schools profile locally nationally and internationally.

The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator with a strong foundation in writing editing and design and a demonstrated ability to translate architectural and design concepts for broad audiences. They will be highly collaborative detail-oriented and comfortable working across multiple media formats. A passion for architecture design culture and higher education communications is essential.

Workplace Requirements

This position is exclusively on-site necessitating all duties to be performed in person. Per Rice policy 440 work arrangements may be subject to change.

Salary

This is a full-time benefits-eligible position and theproposed salary is $67000 annually. Exempt (salaried) positions underFLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Architecture or a related field
• 2 years of experience writing about architecture and/or design for public audiences

Skills:

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate knowledge of multiple media formats
• Proficiency with Chicago style writing format
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite particularly Photoshop and InDesign
• Understanding of architectural terminology design culture and contemporaryarchitectural discourse
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferences

• Masters degree
• Experience translating architectural and design concepts into engaging narratives
• Strong visual design skills
• Proficiency with best practices in media archiving social media strategy CRM software and newsletter platforms (Mailchimp Befree etc.) and Google Workspace applications.

Essential Functions

• Researches conceptualizes and writes copy for informational promotional and public relations projects to support the initiatives and objectives of the School of Architecture.
• Produces annual communication plan and written content for speeches brochures articles features press releases newsletters web pages marketing collateral exhibition texts and other media that promote the Schools programs research and events.
• Provides editorial guidance and collaborates with faculty staff students and leadership to develop communications plans and ensure consistent messaging across platforms.
• Writes and edits marketing and promotional copy in alignment with the Schools brand standards.
• Develops stories highlighting faculty achievements student projects research initiatives alumni accomplishments exhibitions and public programs.
• Collaborates with designers photographers and videographers to produce integrated print and digital communications.
• Edits copy for accuracy clarity style and effectiveness.
• Maintains an organized archive of communications assets for institutional use.
• Coordinates with the universitys public affairs and media relations teams to maximize visibility and media coverage.

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