Part-Time Editorial Assistant

Penn State University; University Park (TX); Híbrido; USD 2.480.000 - 3.031.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Penn State University’s Eberly College of Science seeks an editorial assistant to support branding and storytelling efforts. The role involves editing, fact-checking, and coordinating publications and materials produced by the Office of Communications.

The candidate should have a degree or experience in English, journalism, or communications, and be proficient with AP/Chicago styles, Penn State branding, and tools like Microsoft Office, InDesign, and Canva.

Formación

• Great proofreading and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating production and distribution of articles and promotional materials.
• Familiarity with editorial style guidelines (AP, Chicago) and brand standards.

Responsabilidades

• Edit, fact-check, and coordinate articles and materials for publication.
• Ensure promotional materials meet branding guidelines through UBR process.
• Review events calendar submissions and website postings for accuracy.
• Conduct benchmarking and information gathering for college communications.

Conocimientos

Proofreading

Editing

Project management

Communication

Organization

Educación

English/Journalism/Communications degree or experience

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

InDesign

Canva

Descripción del empleo

Remote/Hybrid Work Policy

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Job Description And Position Requirements

The Eberly College of Science’s Office of Communications seeks an editorial assistant (part-time marketing/communications specialist) to join its team and provide key support for the college’s branding and storytelling efforts. Specifically, the person in this position will

• edit, fact-check, and coordinate the production/distribution of articles, feature stories, promotional materials, newsletter, and other publications created by the college’s Office of Communications;
• ensure that all promotional materials (flyers, brochures, posters, email marketing, invitations, etc.) created by college units meet University editorial style and branding guidelines as the college’s University Brand Review (UBR) process representative;
• review and approve information submitted for inclusion on the college events calendar and posting to the college website;
• conduct benchmarking, background research, and information gathering for priority college communications and talking points.

The editorial assistant must be a well-organized individual with proven proofreading, editing, and project management experience, as well as a keen attention to detail; they should also be someone who can work both independently and as a member of a dynamic team. As a frequent first point of contact for the Office of Communications (and, by extension, the college), the person should also be able to communicate in a positive, professional, and collaborative manner with colleagues and external stakeholders and demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of diverse audiences and communities.

Greatest consideration will be given to candidates with a degree and/or experience in an English-, journalism-, or communications-related field. Strong familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style, and Penn State’s brand editorial style and visual identity standards and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and InDesign, and Canva are also desired.

This is a part-time position (averaging 20–25 hours a week) with the flexibility to work in a remote/hybrid environment. Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a cover letter detailing their interest in the position.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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