University Communications Writer & Storyteller

SU01 Seattle University; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition benefits for employee and dep.

Transit benefit

Wellness program & onsite fitness

Job summary

Seattle University is seeking a talented journalist and writer to create feature stories about the university, conducting interviews with faculty, students and partners, and producing content for digital and print platforms. The role emphasizes clear storytelling, editorial standards, and collaboration with photographers and designers.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing, AP style knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, English or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in journalism, writing, content creation or higher education communications.
• Exceptional writing, interviewing and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of journalistic ethics, fact-checking and AP style.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging narratives.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as in a team or collaborative environment, and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic content management systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pitch story ideas highlighting the university's people, programs, partnerships, events and research.
• Conduct interviews with faculty, students, alumni and industry partners.
• Write feature stories, profiles and other content for digital and print platforms.
• Collaborate with photographers, designers and videographers to supplement stories with images.
• Ensure content aligns with the university's editorial voice and strategic messaging.
• Develop sources within the university and community to inform timely storytelling.
• Coordinate storytelling ideas with senior editors.
• Drive visibility by creating search-optimized copy and meeting search intent.
• Edit or proofread content according to Editorial Style Guide.

Skills

Writing

Interviewing

Storytelling

AP style

CMS

Microsoft Office

Deadline management

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism/related field

Job description

Seattle University is seeking a talented journalist and writer to create feature stories about the university, conducting interviews with faculty, students and partners, and producing content for digital and print platforms. The role emphasizes clear storytelling, editorial standards, and collaboration with photographers and designers.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing, AP style knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic university environment.