Casual Staff Writer / Content Creator

About Yeshiva University

Yeshiva University is committed to academic excellence, intellectual growth, and the preservation of enduring values that influence lives. With a foundation rooted in Jewish tradition, YU promotes a vibrant learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. The university's goal is to nurture future leaders who contribute ethically and innovatively to society. Its community includes thousands of students, faculty, staff, and over 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, collectively striving to create a promising future.

Employees at Yeshiva University experience a welcoming, diverse, and stimulating atmosphere that encourages collaboration and professional development. The institution emphasizes employee wellness, work-life balance, and mutual respect, providing a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth and meaningful engagement.

Position Summary

• Provide project-based communication support within the Office of the President.
• Create written content including speeches, opinion pieces, articles, scholarly Jewish writings, business communications, and donor communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Compose speeches, op-eds, articles, and various communications for diverse audiences including internal staff, external partners, academic and business communities, and donors.
• Oversee writing projects from inception to completion by setting timelines, incorporating feedback, proofreading, and preparing final submissions.
• Collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders throughout the writing process, adapting content in response to feedback promptly.
• Manage several writing assignments concurrently while meeting deadlines and maintaining consistent updates on project progress.
• Ensure all written materials meet high quality standards and are customized appropriately for their intended readership.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• Five to seven years of professional experience in writing, communications, or an affiliated field.
• Demonstrated ability to produce speeches, articles, business correspondence, donor communications, and other types of written content for various audiences.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional skills in writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Proven aptitude for delivering quality drafts under tight deadlines.
• Experience tailoring content for a wide spectrum of audiences including internal, external, and published materials.
• Ability to grasp complex concepts and translate them into engaging and clear prose.

Compensation

The hourly wage for this position ranges between $35 and $85.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer, providing fair employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.