Strategic Executive Communications Writer

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks an experienced Executive Communications Writer to craft strategic, high‑quality messages for internal and external audiences. You will translate institutional priorities and achievements into compelling messages for senior leadership and broader stakeholders.

The role requires excellent judgment, discretion, research and writing skills, and the ability to collaborate with executives and offices across the university in a fast-paced higher education

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations or related field.
• 5+ years of communications, journalism/media or public relations experience.
• Professional-level writing with published work.
• Ability to work with executive leadership and cross‑functional partners.
• Strong grammar, punctuation, and English composition.
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience writing executive speeches.

Responsibilities

• Develop executive-level communications for internal and external audiences.
• Translate university priorities into compelling messages for various platforms.
• Collaborate with the Chancellor’s office and communications colleagues.
• Research and produce high-quality messages advancing UNL’s mission.

Skills

5 years of communications experience

Executive-level writing

Ability to work with executive leaders

Strong grammar and punctuation

Deadline-oriented

Discretion with confidential info

Experience writing speeches

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations or related field

Job description

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks an experienced Executive Communications Writer to craft strategic, high‑quality messages for internal and external audiences. You will translate institutional priorities and achievements into compelling messages for senior leadership and broader stakeholders.

The role requires excellent judgment, discretion, research and writing skills, and the ability to collaborate with executives and offices across the university in a fast-paced higher education