Campus Story Writer — Part-Time

Hamilton College; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton College seeks a part-time College Writer to craft engaging features, profiles, and news stories highlighting student, faculty, staff, and alumni experiences across Hamilton’s magazine, website, and newsletters. The role requires translating complex ideas into audience-focused narratives, editing with AP style, and collaborating in weekly Content Strategy meetings.

Expect 20–25 hours weekly with occasional campus visits, and a compensation range of $23–$26 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, English, or related field.
• At least two years of professional writing experience.
• Experience writing for multiple formats (longform features, short web/email copy, Q&As, captions, newsletters, etc.).
• Knowledge of AP Style preferred.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and write engaging, thoughtfully reported feature stories, profiles, and news content for Hamilton’s magazine, website, and newsletters.
• Conduct interviews with students, faculty, staff, and alumni, often translating complex ideas or technical topics into clear, audience-focused narratives.
• Edit and revise content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with Hamilton’s editorial voice and AP style.
• Participate periodically in weekly Content Strategy meetings to generate story ideas, shape narratives, and align on cross-platform priorities.
• Provide writing support for high-impact projects, marketing campaigns, and institutional initiatives.
• Estimated time commitment is 20-25 hours per week. Total hours worked per year cannot exceed

Skills

Writing

Editing

Interviews

AP style

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hamilton College seeks a part-time College Writer to craft engaging features, profiles, and news stories highlighting student, faculty, staff, and alumni experiences across Hamilton’s magazine, website, and newsletters. The role requires translating complex ideas into audience-focused narratives, editing with AP style, and collaborating in weekly Content Strategy meetings.

Expect 20–25 hours weekly with occasional campus visits, and a compensation range of $23–$26 per hour.