State Government Copywriter & Communications Specialist

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma seeks a Copywriter & Communications Specialist within the Department of Commerce to lead storytelling and produce compelling copy for print and digital channels. The role requires advanced copywriting and editing skills, strong critical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple projects under deadline pressure; 3+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree are preferred.

WordPress experience is a plus, with agency alignment to economic development goals.

Qualifications

• Advanced copywriting and editing skills across print and digital formats.
• Strong critical thinking with initiative to identify content gaps and propose solutions.
• Analytical ability to review content performance data and refine messaging.
• Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail; manage multiple projects under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead storytelling: write clear, persuasive copy highlighting Oklahoma’s economic advantages.
• Copywriting execution: produce high-quality copy for print and digital materials with editorial standards.
• Proactive content ideation: identify gaps and propose new content concepts and formats.
• Campaign & audience engagement: craft messaging for B2B newsletters, emails, and digital platforms.
• Website copy optimization: review and update content; WordPress experience welcomed.
• Inter-division collaboration: translate initiatives into clear public copy across divisions.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Critical thinking

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Professional Writing, English, Business, or a related field

Tools

WordPress

Job description

State of Oklahoma seeks a Copywriter & Communications Specialist within the Department of Commerce to lead storytelling and produce compelling copy for print and digital channels. The role requires advanced copywriting and editing skills, strong critical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple projects under deadline pressure; 3+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree are preferred.

WordPress experience is a plus, with agency alignment to economic development goals.