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Copyeditor/Advancement Writer

Full Time Operational

William & Mary

610000 University Advancement

At William & Mary, we convene great hearts and minds to meet the most pressing needs of our time. As such, the university aspires to attract and retain exceptional students, faculty and staff who keep W&M at the forefront of teaching, learning and research. University Marketing emphasizes three core areas — enrollment, advancement and reputation — to enhance William & Mary’s standing as a top institution of higher learning in the U.S. and around the globe. Through its work to strengthen brand perception, student recruitment, alumni engagement and fundraising, University Marketing advances William & Mary’s distinctive excellence, raises its profile worldwide and secures its financial foundation — creating meaningful connections and wide-ranging impact for all times coming.

The Copyeditor/Advancement Writer is a key member of the Strategic Communications team in University Marketing at William & Mary. In keeping with William & Mary’s values of excellence and integrity, all of our communications must be accurate, consistent, error-free, adhere to our style guides (internal and Associated Press) and convey their message clearly and concisely. The Copyeditor/Advancement Writer reports to the Director of Advancement Communications and partners with and advises colleagues across University Marketing to help the university, William & Mary Foundation or other university foundations advance their goals by ensuring their materials meet these high standards.

• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.
• This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule.
• This position is subject to evening and weekend work.
• This position requires the ability to travel as required.

No

Non-Exempt

No, this is a continuing E&G funded position and not term-limited

12 month - Continuing

Faculty or Staff: 12 month

• Bachelor’s degree in a field that required significant writing and research or several (typically three or more) years’ experience directly related to the position.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusiveness, including, but not limited to, collaboration, staffing and programming.
• The desire and ability to work and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, independent judgment, and a positive, responsive, service-oriented attitude.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills, including use of style guides, with the demonstrated command of correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• Experience and comfort using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, as well as Adobe Acrobat (typically three years).
• Experience writing and editing articles in journalism or public relations styles.
• Experience writing in a variety of voices and tones.
• Commitment to diplomacy, tact and confidentiality when working with individuals on and off campus and responding to Advancement audiences.
• Great degree of flexibility and outstanding organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple and competing projects concurrently while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal communications skills, including the ability to explain editorial changes and discuss alternative wording options clearly and respectfully.
• The ability to build consensus among colleagues and work with diverse audiences.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented research skills, including using internet-based databases.
• Experience writing in the voice of a specific person (ghostwriting), preferably an institutional leader.
• Experience using a customer relationship management database (CRM) such as Blackbaud or Salesforce.
• Comfortable using Adobe InCopy.
• Extensive portfolio that includes a variety of digital and print communications pieces.
• An understanding of best practices in university or nonprofit marketing and communications.

Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

Up to $55,000, commensurate with experience

All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.

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William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

03/20/2024

04/10/2024

Yes

Please submit a document that shows your copyediting markup (can be digital markup or written). If you are submitting a document that uses tracked changes or comment bubbles, we recommend making it into a PDF before uploading here, or emailing the original document file to cedelisle@wm.edu .

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.