Writer and Editor

Job details Job Type Full-time Full Job Description

REMOTE AVAILABLE
Association Headquarters is seeking a Writer and Editor for its award-winning Marketing and Communications Department. The Writer and Editor is a central role in the ideation and creation of compelling content that tells stories, educates, and elevates AH Client Partners’ organizations.
The Writer and Editor primarily creates content including long- and short-form articles, website copy, white papers, blog posts, social media content, and more, and must be comfortable writing and researching confidently, and on deadline, for clients whose industries span medical, business, marketing, and various aspects of the trades. The Writer and Editor is also a vital member of the editorial process and assists with planning and reviewing material for publication across platforms designated for AH clients including but not limited to print publications, digital media, and social media.
The Writer and Editor will review and edit digital media and drafts of all content executions across the AH client portfolio, offering comments to improve the product and suggest titles and headlines. The Writer/Editor will adhere to and ensure content generation best practices and AH MarCom standard operating procedures are utilized across all projects. The Writer/Editor reports to the Director of Content & Creative.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gather information on assigned topics, including sourcing subject matter experts and credible references
• Participate in content planning sessions to ideate and originate content themes and topics using data to inform suggestions and pitches
• Conduct interviews of sources and subject matter experts, as needed
• Develop original, thought-provoking content for a diverse audience across multiple media platforms
• Copywrite for video, print, and digital advertising
• Incorporate SEO elements into written copy
• Edit and proofread all written material prior to submission
• Verify facts using standard reference sources
• Lead the editorial production of assigned publication projects
• Meet established deadlines and utilize project management systems for project tracking
• Collaborate with graphic designers on relevant projects
• Be a role model for company values
• Support Marcom staff on assigned clients and/or projects

MEASUREMENT OF SUCCESS:

• Overall client satisfaction
• # of new projects introduced to MarCom's portfolio of client partners
• On time, accurate and within budget execution of project deliverables
• Outstanding metrics based on client partner MarCom plan execution

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE/REQUIRED PROFICIENCIES
Bachelors degree preferred high school diploma, and 5 years editing and copywriting experience required.

In accordance with Association Headquarters' commitment to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known and preventable hazards to safeguard the health of employees and their families, clients, and affiliates, all employees are required to receive the COVID-19 vaccination unless a reasonable accommodation is approved (i.e.: serious health risks or sincere religious beliefs). Such accommodations will be granted where they do not cause AH undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To be considered for this position, the online application must be submitted, along with an updated resume. All applicable fields on the application are required.
AH utilizes Spark Hire, a video interview software, to gain better insight into our candidates. Please use the below link to submit your video interview for review.
Writer and Editor SparkHire Interview
AH is a professional services firm that specializes in helping non-profit organizations achieve their mission, create value, and advance their causes, industries, and professions. We have four main divisions within AH — a full-service Association Management Company; a Marketing and Communications Agency (MarCom); a Meetings & Events Management Team; and a division that focuses on other custom solutions such as strategic planning, website builds, database integrations, accounting services, staff recruitment, credentialing management, public affairs and lobbying, and growing non-dues revenue.
For more information, visit associationheadquarters.com, connect with AH on Facebook* on *YouTube* and follow on *Twitter.
Association Headquarters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ethnicity, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), family status, marital/civil union status, religion, domestic partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for military service, and mental or physical disability (including perceived disability, and AIDS and HIV status) , language, national origin, political affiliation, socio-economic status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.
Benefits
Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Voluntary Life Insurance - Employee Paid
• AFLAC available
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
• 401k
• Basic life insurance, short term, and long-term disability

Other Benefits of Working at AH:

• Named Best Place to Work by Philadelphia Business Journal 9 Times – based on a survey conducted of our employees
• Industry Leader – Most credentialed AMC, and the first AMC to be Customer Service Certified by the Customer Service Institute of America
• Flex Schedules
• On-site fitness center, open 24/7
• Gym reimbursement program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Training and Development opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Multiple Locations