Writer and Author Print Journalism (53402)

Miracorp; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) with employer matching

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

MIRACORP is seeking a seasoned journalist and public affairs professional in Bethesda, MD. The role involves researching, writing, editing, and producing news, features, press releases, speeches, and briefings highlighting medical advancements and staff achievements.

Responsibilities include investigative reporting, editorial planning, media relations, and strategic communications to support organizational priorities while ensuring HIPAA/PHI compliance and AP Style standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in journalism, news reporting, feature writing, or public affairs, with a published portfolio.
• Experience developing editorial content for print and digital publications.
• Advanced knowledge of AP Style, journalistic standards, and storytelling techniques.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/PHI safeguards and privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, edit, and produce news articles, features, press releases, and speeches.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with medical professionals, military personnel, patients, and subject matter experts.
• Develop and manage editorial calendars and coordinate multiple publications.
• Create messaging and materials aligned with organizational priorities and leadership communications.
• Coordinate with public affairs, media, and leadership for interviews and press events.
• Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and designers for multimedia materials.
• Ensure compliance with AP Style and regulatory requirements before publication.

Skills

Journalism

Public affairs

AP Style

Editorial planning

Media relations

Interviewing

Education

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

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Bethesda, MD 20889, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary, Job Category: Professional Services, Join a company where excellence meets opportunity! At MIRACORP, we don’t just provide services to the federal government, we set the gold standard in quality and reliability. What truly sets us apart? Our people. We believe our employees are the cornerstone of everything we achieve. That’s why we invest in talent, innovation, and leadership, fostering a workplace where your contributions make a real impact.

*This position is contingent upon contract award

Essential Functions

• Journalism & Content Development: Research, write, edit, and produce news articles, feature stories, press releases, speeches, briefings, and other print and digital communications highlighting medical advancements, research, patient experiences, organizational initiatives, and staff achievements.
• Investigative Reporting & Storytelling: Identify and develop newsworthy stories, conduct in-depth interviews with medical professionals, military personnel, patients, families, and subject matter experts, and verify information through multiple sources to produce accurate, balanced, and compelling content consistent with Associated Press (AP) Style.
• Editorial Planning & Project Management: Develop and maintain editorial calendars, generate story concepts, and manage multiple publications from initial research through final production, coordinating interviews, multimedia resources, revisions, and deadlines to support organizational communication objectives.
• Public Affairs & Strategic Communications: Develop messaging and communication materials aligned with organizational priorities, support leadership communications and crisis communication initiatives, and contribute to public affairs strategies that effectively communicate key messages to internal and external audiences.
• Media Relations & Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with public affairs personnel, subject matter experts, leadership, and external media representatives to facilitate interviews, respond to media inquiries, arrange media visits, and support press conferences, briefings, and community engagement activities.
• Digital Content & Multimedia Collaboration: Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and graphic designers to develop integrated communication materials, and prepare, update, and coordinate content for organizational websites, intranet platforms, and social media channels.
• Editorial Compliance, Reporting & Approvals: Ensure published materials comply with AP Style, organizational standards, applicable military regulations, and HIPAA/PHI safeguards; monitor media coverage, prepare communication reports, and coordinate required Public Affairs Officer (PAO) reviews and approvals before publication.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to pass a federal background check.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in journalism, news reporting, feature writing, or public affairs, supported by a portfolio of published articles demonstrating investigative reporting, interviewing, and long-form storytelling.
• Experience developing news articles, feature stories, press releases, speeches, briefings, and other editorial content for print and digital publications.
• Experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, government, or similarly regulated, high-visibility environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Associated Press (AP) Style, journalistic standards, newswriting techniques, and editorial practices.
• Demonstrated experience conducting interviews, researching complex subjects, verifying information from multiple sources, and translating technical or medical information into accessible content.
• Knowledge of HIPAA requirements, Protected Health Information (PHI) safeguards, patient consent considerations, and applicable privacy and confidentiality regulations.
• Experience managing editorial calendars, coordinating multiple publication projects, and overseeing content development from concept through final approval.
• Familiarity with media relations, public affairs operations, crisis communications, and organizational messaging strategies.
• Experience developing and managing content for websites, intranet platforms, and social media channels, including coordination of multimedia materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with the Defense Health Agency is preferred.

Why Choose MIRACORP?

• A company that lives its core values, prioritizing integrity, accountability, and excellence
• Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick Leave)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options for healthcare and dependent care
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Protection
• Employee Wellness Resources & Assistance Programs
• Financial Counseling Programs to support long term planning
• Commuter Benefits for work life ease
• 401(k) with 100% immediate employer matching

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled