Copy Writer

Job Title

Copy Writer

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Marketing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Marketing Copy Writer, under the supervision of the Marketing Coordinator, provides strategic writing and editing skills necessary to assist in the creation of targeted media, including digital and print advertising, recruitment messaging campaigns, and branding projects for both internal and external audiences. Identifies, researches, and creates written content for print, multimedia, and online.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Marketing Writing

Percent Effort: 60%

• Researches, writes, and edits marketing content for print and digital advertising, brand manuals/usage guides, posters, fact sheets, campaign materials, events, promotional signage, and other university initiatives.

• Performs research interviews with internal and external stakeholders as needed.

• Attends meetings and other activities necessary for strategic content development.

Functional Area 2: Editing

Percent Effort: 20%

• Proofreads and provides editing for marketing materials.

Functional Area 3: Accolades Tracking

Percent Effort:10%

• Curates and manages a repository of university achievements and accolades for incorporation into marketing copy.

Functional Area 4: Administrative

Percent Effort: 10%

• Assists in preparing marketing briefs and presentations.

• Contributes to the effective team management of relevant problems, issues, and opportunities.

• Works closely with other communications staff to ensure timeliness and quality of final products.

• Assists in developing and updating content for the university brand guide.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or marketing.

• Additional experience may be considered as a substitute for the minimum education requirement: Associate's degree in a related field with two (2) years of related experience.

• Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills.

• Knowledge of promotional, factual writing styles, and publication procedures.

• Expert in AP Writing Style.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in working within a marketing or advertising team.

• Two years of related experience in promotional and educational writing.

• Experience working within brand guides or standards.

• Expert knowledge of project management with experience using a project management tool.

SALARY: $40,000 - $45,000/annually.

• $3,333.34 - $3,750/monthly.

• Salary is dependent upon education and/or experience.

NOTE: Applicants are required to submit 1-2 writing samples.

• Examples: press release, social media post, brochure text, marketing email, etc.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Medical

• $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

• Employee and Spouse

• Employee and Children

• Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.