Staff Writer/ Copy Editor

Location

Carmel, IN | United States

Job description

Position Title: Staff Writer / Copy Editor
Reporting Relationship: Senior Director of Communication
Position Status: Nonexempt, hourly, full time
Position Location: Carmel, Indiana (remote considered)

Position Summary: This role is instrumental in managing and crafting the voice of Zeta Tau Alpha. In addition to speech writing and creating content for the quarterly magazine, this person works closely with all staff to edit and proofread training and educational materials, event programming, correspondence, video scripts and more.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in journalism, communication or related field
• Three or more years of professional copy writing and editing experience in the communication or journalism field
• Excellent reporting and writing skills to create in-depth feature articles
• Demonstrated ability to research and write speeches
• A command of AP Style and grammar
• Strong attention to detail, especially in editing and proofreading
• An ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement to writers
• Experience in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace (Drive, Documents)
• Experience with Adobe InDesign preferred
• Prior association or fraternity experience preferred; Zeta Tau Alpha membership preferred

Responsibilities:

• Write feature articles, blog posts, video scripts, e-newsletters, direct mailings, educational materials, manuals, etc. as well as occasional speeches and/or presentations for board members and executives
• Edit and proofread articles, emails and documents to ensure accuracy, clarity and adherence to our editorial and brand standards.
• Interview members from a wide range of ages, backgrounds and experiences to craft engaging feature articles for the print magazine.
• Collaborate with contributing writers and designers to create engaging and visually appealing stories.
• Develop and manage contributing writers through coaching and feedback. Help build a sizable, reliable pool of contributing writers.
• Contribute original ideas to share Zeta Tau Alpha member experiences and communicate the organization’s key messages.
• Adhere to the ZTA Style Guide to ensure all content aligns with the ZTA brand and maintains a consistent tone and voice. Update and revise the Style Guide as needed.
• Meet deadlines to ensure timely delivery of high-quality content.

Standard Benefits:

• Flexible work schedules
• Up to 4 days per month remote
• Staff committees that focus on the "other" side of work: Community, Celebration, Service, Wellness and Professional Development
• Unlimited coffee and soft drinks
• Regular staff pitch-in events and office celebrations
• “Dress for your Day” office environment
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual contribution by ZTA
• Monthly vacation and sick time accruals in addition to six (6) annual personal days
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching contribution by ZTA.

Zeta Tau Alpha’s nine Founders envisioned an organization that would perpetuate their ties of friendship. Almost 125 years later, over 290,000 women have experienced the opportunity of ZTA membership. Created to make a difference in the lives of its members by developing the potential of each individual, ZTA's goal is to connect members through sisterhood and belonging. The organization's three entities - Fraternity, Foundation and Fraternity Housing Corporation - work together to provide a uniquely valuable collegiate experience for ZTA sisters across the country. ZTA's three entities are supported by International Office staff, headquartered in Carmel, Indiana. This team of 40-50 individuals collaborate across departments and are committed to the following core staff values: Community, Integrity, Adaptability, Excellence, Optimism, Teamwork, Communication.

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$40k - $50k