EXECUTIVE WRITER

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); Hybrid; USD 77,640 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is looking for an Executive Writer to draft speeches, quotes, and presentations for the President and Provost. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and seven years of related experience in communication or journalism.

This role requires strong research abilities and the capacity to work closely with senior officials to support key initiatives. The position offers a salary range of $77,640 - $105,000. Flexibility in work arrangements is available, including remote options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and seven years of related experience.
• Experience in writing and communication roles.
• Proven ability to conduct research and gather information.

Responsibilities

• Research and write speeches and presentations.
• Lead development of content for institutional initiatives.
• Conduct special research as needed.

Skills

Writing speeches

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications

Job description

Job Description - EXECUTIVE WRITER (T236877)

EXECUTIVE WRITER - (T236877)

Description

To research and write speeches, remarks, quotes, video messages, presentations and other communications for the Office of the President, the Office of the Provost and other senior university officials as directed. To maintain awareness of key institutional rankings, facts and data, and identify sources and gather information from printed material and interviews with University faculty and staff, institutions, organizations and individuals as appropriate in order to write speeches or prepare other media/content as required by the President or Provost. To lead development of content and graphics for presentations and other key institutional priority initiatives. To work closely with and to conduct special research at the request of the Chief Communications Officer.

Salary Range: $77,640 - $105,000

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications or a related field and seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Media and Communication

Organization

170000000 Office of Marketing & Communications

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Remote/Hybrid Eligible