La Voz Community Journalist
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job DescriptionDescription:
La Voz Community Journalist
Reports to:
Director of Digital Presence and Executive Director
Classification: Hourly
Part Time (10-15 hours per week, must have a flexible schedule, includes occasional
weekend work, occasional evening work).
The Puerto Rican Cultural Center (PRCC) La Voz Community Journalist requires excellent writing and storytelling skills. The candidate should be familiar with working on the Mac (primarily) and PC platforms and should know basic troubleshooting on each platform. The candidate must also be proficient in using InDesign. This position will be in charge of marketing La Voz and all PRCC programs, gathering articles for La Voz, writing articles, conducting interviews, laying out the newspaper, meeting printing deadlines, posting La Voz online, managing La Voz distribution, documenting events with photos and videos, and maintaining communication with La Voz ad buyers and funders.
This position requires compliance with all The Puerto Rican Cultural Center's written standards, including its Standards of Conduct, all policies and procedures, and Regulatory Compliance requirements. Compliance will be considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
? Work/School experience in the social/digital media field.
? Knowledgeable in Graphic Design, WordPress, web design, or related fields.
? Knowledgeable in computer troubleshooting (principally on a Mac platform)
? Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills in Spanish and English.
? Familiarity with web design and content management systems.
? Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work effectively with a diverse set of team members, and learn to perform under tight deadlines.
SKILLS:
Organizational and time-management skills
In-depth understanding of diverse computer systems and networks
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
Works independently with a strong sense of focus, task-oriented, non-judgmental, open personal qualities, and clear sense of boundaries
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
OSHA Category 3 – Involves no regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, and tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues are not a condition of employment.
EEO Statement:
The Puerto Rican Cultural Center (PRCC) is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that celebrates inclusion and diversity. The PRCC provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other basis or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, The PRCC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Prepared by: Human Resources Department (07/2024)
Senior Copywriter (pharma agency exp needed)
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
EVERSANA INTOUCH™ is a leading full-service, global healthcare agency serving the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients.
We combine the power of world-class creative and digital teams with deep market access, payer, and healthcare communications expertise to provide innovative solutions to life science companies that want to connect with consumers, healthcare professionals, and payers.
We get fired up when people talk about getting—and staying—healthy. That’s where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one’s health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need.
And as a part of EVERSANA, a pioneer in next-generation commercial services, we connect dots that other agencies can’t, helping drive commercialization success.
Our eight affiliates within the EVERSANA INTOUCH Network include EVERSANA INTOUCH Solutions, EVERSANA INTOUCH Proto, EVERSANA INTOUCH Seven, EVERSANA INTOUCH Oxygen, EVERSANA INTOUCH Engage, EVERSANA INTOUCH B2D, EVERSANA INTOUCH Media, and EVERSANA INTOUCH International.
Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture we are building. We look for team members that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but also who care deeply about EVERSANA INTOUCH, our people, clients and most importantly, the patients we serve.
Job Description
We are looking for someone who is:
Curious. You must have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge—of the problem, the solutions and our target—in order to sculpt the big ideas that drive action.
Empathetic. Compassion leads to passion, and ultimately work that makes a difference for our clients and their targets (many of whom suffer). You’ll feel good about what you do here.
Thoughtful. You can’t pun your way out of a pharma project. You need true strategy and craftsmanship to build the work that wins. Writing in a heavily regulated industry is not for the faint of heart. You’ve got to have the resolve to power through to creative solutions. Words are weapons, after all.
Inspiring. You’re no novice to the power of words, and it’s your responsibility to use them to drive action in the hearts of the target and your teammates.
Persuasive. You’ve come up with the perfect solution; now you have to pitch it that way.
A team player. You will work with a dozen different departments to make your message come to life across a multitude of digital channels. Collaboration and laughter are key.
A go-getter. No time? No problem!
Qualifications
The Senior Copywriter HCP role requires:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising or related field (or equivalent in education + experience)
6+ years of writing experience in marketing, advertising or related field; ideally 4+ years of that writing has been in a digital landscape- from strategy development to banners to sites to SEO
Writing experience must include 2-3 years of writing within a pharma agency environment
Extensive pharma HCP and DTC writing experience is required
A book featuring conceptual work and very smart digital executions, social experiences, out-of-home extensions, and event banners
Expertise in extracting relevant information from clinical sources and writing medically accurate copy
Experience with complex projects that include internal and external account and creative teams
Client-facing confidence that advances dialogue, sells creative ideas, and creates strong agency-client relationships
Equally talented at editorializing something complicated as well as crafting a headline that sings – be prepared to provide examples of both
Additional Information
OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS
Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.
Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.
Take Action I am empowered and hold myself accountable.
Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.
Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.
Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.
Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful, and timely dialogue.
Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.
EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $76,000 to $113,300 and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range at any time.
Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.
From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at *****************************.
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Senior SEO Copywriter
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Description
About Us:
We're Helium 10, the leading Software company for Amazon sellers. We move fast, really fast, so we need someone who can keep up. We're experts at our craft (and if not, we become experts, fast!) and we hold each other to a high standard. Why? We're shaping the future for Amazon sellers and our customers deserve the best. We make tough decisions, own up to mistakes, and above all, we find solutions to problems.
About the role:
Helium 10 is looking for a senior marketing copywriter with SEO experience to join our team. The copywriter will lead the creation and optimization of high-impact content and drive our content roadmap and elevate our brand in the Amazon and Walmart seller ecosystem. This role requires a strong understanding of SEO strategies/best practices and an ability to craft compelling written assets to support Amazon and Walmart sellers on their journey to start, grow, and scale their businesses. The ideal candidate is a seasoned writer who can deliver a compelling, solution-oriented narrative to Helium 10 target personas. A foundational knowledge of how selling on Amazon and/or Walmart works is a major plus, as is in-house experience at a SaaS or tech company. Success in this role encompasses the ability to independently manage and drive complex content initiatives, showcasing Helium 10's solutions to our community of Amazon and Walmart sellers. This role reports to the Senior Director, Marketing and will collaborate with the Senior Manager, SEO, Group Digital Marketing Manager, Sr. Group Creative Manager, Evangelist Team, and brand copywriters.
Responsibilities:
Oversee and execute the SEO content roadmap, writing and optimizing compelling website content, product descriptions, blog posts, case studies, video scripts, whitepapers, landing pages, and other relevant marketing content to inspire and engage our community of Amazon and Walmart sellers.
Independently review and edit copy to ensure accuracy, proper grammar, and compliance with company and industry best practices (including Amazon and Walmart seller guidelines).
Perform in-depth competitive analysis to identify content opportunities for Helium 10, based on insights gained from market research.
Learn and maintain active knowledge of Helium 10 customer personas, product offering and best practices for selling on Amazon and Walmart.
Continuously monitor SEO and marketing trends, SaaS industry developments, and competitors' strategies to ensure our content remains relevant and optimized.
Leverage SEO and digital research tools to uncover search trends, such as commonly used keywords and phrases for specific online topics, for integration into written content.
Lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of on-page SEO elements, such as metadata, schema markup, and structured data, to enhance search engine visibility.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to help develop and execute content calendars and work with the creative team to develop graphic and video assets.
Track and analyze key performance metrics, such as website visits, traffic sources, organic vs paid traffic, keyword rankings, SERP visibility, click-through rates, and bounce rates, using traffic analytics tools. Adjust content strategies as needed to enhance search rankings and drive better results.
Provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations to stakeholders, showcasing content's effectiveness in driving search visibility, user engagement, and conversions.
Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in English, communications, marketing, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience as a copywriter, ideally with in-house experience at a B2B SaaS company and in crafting content to support Amazon and Walmart sellers in starting, growing, and scaling their businesses.
Experience leveraging SEO best practices, keyword research, and on-page optimization strategies.
Excellent writing and editing skills with a keen attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to independently handle multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
Proficiency with tools including WordPress, Ahrefs, SurferSEO, SEMRush and Google Analytics.
Benefits:
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life Insurance and Pet Insurance
401k with Employer Match
Take up to 2 Days of Paid Time Off to Volunteer with a 501c Organization
Paid Parental Leave
Helium 10 is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Senior Copywriter
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Description
The Senior Copywriter is responsible for generating creative ideas to solve marketing challenges outlined by agency/ client creative briefs. This role is above and beyond the conceptual, specifically responsible for the written aspects (scripts, headlines, body copy) of creating advertising elements for specified media.
What you will do
Work as part of the Agency team to achieve the client’s objectives through creative imagery and effective message strategies.
Demonstrate creative thinking and provides marketable solutions for advertising problems.
Bring innovative concepts into finished copy for print, digital, television, radio and collateral materials from conception to completion.
Revise, edit and proofread content as needed or directed by client and creative team.
Maintains a high standard in the presentation of all work to internal and client audiences.
Work with the Art Director to deliver polished and well-designed creative elements for internal and external presentations.
Maintain a status on all ongoing projects and makes sure all deliverables are met in a timely manner.
Ensure brand guidelines and glossary are followed and adhered to.
Ensure synergy when working with General Market across all components of a campaign.
Adhere to established formats and works within budget boundaries.
Interpret creative briefs and client feedback.
Participate and contributes to creative briefings, creative presentations to the ACD/ECD, to Account Service, and to clients.
Work collaboratively, accept direction and translate feedback.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Keep up to date with trends within the industries specific to assigned brands.
Your experience
Creative writing samples and/or portfolio is required.
Bachelor’s degree in advertising, communications, or similar creative writing courses.
5-7 years of creative writing experience in advertising with segment experience targeting Hispanic consumers.
Adapts well to accommodate changes in marketing direction, client needs or agency process.
Must be a self-starter that can take direction and feedback.
About Us
fluent360™ is one of the foremost agency leaders shaping the multicultural marketing industry. Equal parts integrated marketing agency and cultural hub, we specialize in giving brands a resonating voice to effectively speak to various cultural segments– both ethnic and consumer niche followings. As a multi-talented, multicultural agency, we offer a full spectrum of communication services. Find out more about us at fluent360.com
Agency Benefits & Perks
fluent360 offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and a generous PTO and sick leave policy. In addition, we have some amazing agency perks including paid gym membership, summer hours, 14 paid holidays, and flexible schedules.
fluent360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO, AAE, MF/Disability/Vet.
Our organization participates in E-Verify. For more information visit ******************************* E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
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Content Editor
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Details:
Are you a podcast-lover who excels at writing and editing? Do you want to help change the world, one relationship at a time? Rise25 is looking for a Content Editor to edit podcast show notes for a wide range of B2B clients.
Job Description:
As a member of our content team, your primary responsibility will be to review and edit podcast show notes for clients. You will ensure that each set of show notes is accurate, readable, has no grammar errors, and aligns with the client’s tone of voice/Rise25’s style guide. You will also have the opportunity to work on other exciting projects within the Rise25 content team.
Key Responsibilities:
Editing podcast show notes on behalf of clients or our company.
Editing and fact-checking articles for Rise25 (we have been published in Forbes, Inc.,
Entrepreneur, Business Insider, and many other high-profile publications).
Editing social media copy for Interactive Dynamic Audios to be published to our social media following of 100K+ or for clients.
Editing email copy for content marketing purposes.
Attending regular check-ins and meetings with the team.
This position is remote and self-paced. You can work from anywhere with a good Internet connection. Ideally, we are looking for someone who can devote at least 20 or more hours per week, but if you have fewer hours available at least initially, that is OK.
You must be good at self-direction and taking initiative. In addition, it is important to us that all of our team members are detail-oriented and meticulous; therefore, in the application form, when it asks for your “favorite vegetable?” Please put the word “eggplant.”
Required Skills:
Quick with communication via email and Slack
Nice — we spend a lot of time working, so we want to be on a team with nice people
The ability to write using American English spelling and grammar
Detail-oriented with a good grasp of grammar and AP style
Highly organized and can use documents in Google Drive
Have reliable internet and are able to work independently
Bonus points if you have been involved in some way with podcasting, radio, or other related media activity (but not required)
Our writing staff is overseen by former White House writer and speechwriter John Corcoran who has also previously written for Forbes, Entrepreneur, Huffington Post, Business Insider, and more. You have the opportunity to learn from and be mentored by John directly, while also working with interesting businesses that want to get more clients, referrals, and strategic partnerships using a podcast.
Who We Are:
Rise25, LLC is a company on a mission to help businesses connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners using a podcast.
Co-founders Dr. Jeremy Weisz, a chiropractor turned serial entrepreneur, and John Corcoran, a former White House writer and speechwriter, were early adopters of the podcasting medium and between them have over 22+ years of experience with podcasting. Today, Rise25 works with top-notch B2B businesses around the globe, including one of the nation’s largest ticket sellers, consulting firms, law firms, and more. Learn more at: ********************
Why Rise25:
The team at Rise25 prioritizes flexibility, so you can work where and when you want, as long as you get your job done. Although we have team members all across the globe, we strive to build a culture of one team working together toward a common goal.
Monthly Book and Masterclass Club meetings - One of our core values is to Keep Learning, so we pay for our entire team to join our Book and Masterclass Club, where we have monthly meetings to discuss one book or masterclass we have all read or watched together.
Monthly video team meetings - We meet as a team once a month to celebrate each member’s personal and professional successes and participate in team-building activities.
New team member mentoring sessions - Experienced team members meet one-on-one or in small groups with new team members to help them get onboarded, answer questions, and welcome them to the team.
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Senior Copywriter
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
The Senior Copywriter works closely with members of the Studio at all levels (creative directors, designers, art directors and other copywriters) to conceive, articulate, and create concepts for interactive media. This includes web sites, online advertising campaigns, e-mail marketing, viral and other online marketing initiatives. A keen familiarity with trends in online marketing and advertising in general along with a deep knowledge of the interactive digital space is required. Reports to the Creative Director (or ACD).
Core Duties/Responsibilities:
The Senior Copywriter is responsible for conceptual development and copy deliverables, including advertising, web sites, email and other forms of interface design. These responsibilities include creating and communicating concepts, implementing marketing strategies and developing short and long form copy solutions. The Senior Copywriter will work with and lead a collaborative team that includes an Art Director and Designer. Balancing creative thinking with interpersonal skills, this person will demonstrate the ability to review and justify concepts to both the client and the project team. The Senior Copywriter will be responsible for training and mentoring the Associate Copywriters and Copywriters in EDG.
Collaborating with creative team members to determine the conceptual and copy direction of branding and advertising initiatives
Working with art directors and designers to ensure copy tone and style are consistent with visual tone and style
Interacting with project teams to understand business objectives and audience demographics
Translating creative direction and copy points from creative briefs into engaging and effective copy concepts
Maintaining high standards of copywriting and exercising quality control on all copy
Foster a Studio environment that is on-brand: Collaborative, Trusted, Insightful, Innovative, Ingenious, Memorable, Pioneering, Agile, Driven, Passionate, Diverse, Analytical
Required Skills/Knowledge/Experience
A Bachelor's degree or diploma in English, journalism, communications or a related field
6+ years’ experience as a copywriter in an agency environment (including experience with interactive media and direct marketing)
A keen enthusiasm for and demonstrable understanding of Web trends and technologies
A strong understanding of marketing (especially direct marketing) and advertising principles
Exceptional writing skills, including the ability to write in a range of voices and styles for varied projects with diverse audiences
Expert at strategic brainstorming, campaign development, creative brief development and creative execution
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively juggle diverse writing demands
Proven aptitude for quick creative thinking with acute attention to detail within demanding deadlines
Sound understanding of graphic design and a keen appreciation of the interplay between textual and visual elements
Openness to constructive criticism and flexibility with regards to adaptation and modification
Data Journalist
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Description
You could work anywhere. Why us?
Join a pre-IPO startup with capital, traction and runway ($240M funded | 40X revenue growth in 4 years | $2T market size)
Work closely with brilliant leaders and team mates from companies like Nvidia, Better, Nerdwallet, Wayfair, Sofi, etc.
Disrupt a massive market and take us to a $5B business in the next few years
Be immersed in a talent-dense environment and greatly accelerate your career growth
About the opportunity:
As a Data Journalist reporting directly to the VP of Communications, you'll help position Jerry as a leader in data insights within the personal finance and automotive industries. Your role will focus on crafting data-driven stories that capture media attention and drive coverage across key topics.
The Communications Team at Jerry builds our super app’s reputation as a trusted brand and in-demand employer. The team builds trust and engagement with customers, partners, investors, and employees by amplifying Jerry's impact, actions, and people. You'll contribute to media relations, social media growth, executive thought leadership, and internal/external communications, owning your area while supporting the team’s broader initiatives.
Jerry is building the first super app to help people optimize all aspects of owning a car – insurance, buy/sell, registration, loans, safety, repairs, parking, etc – a $2T market in the U.S. We started with insurance in 2019, and since then we’ve launched loan refinancing, real-time driving insights, a repair marketplace, car diagnostics, and a GenAI-powered chatbot and voicebot. We have amassed over 5M customers, raised $240M in funding, scaled our revenue 40X and our team to 250 across 7 countries.
How you will make an impact:
Wrangle data from internal and external sources, analyze data, create data visualizations, and write and publish relevant stories
Conduct data research and analysis to identify topics for consumer consumption
Bring newsroom-based data journalism experience and expertise to the team
Identify topics and opportunities based on analysis of data that are relevant to news media and consumers
Conceptualize, outline, and draft newsworthy articles or studies on a broad spectrum of topics including automotive, driving, insurance and personal finance
Partner with our editorial/video content, growth marketing, data, product, partnerships and SEO teams to identify data journalism opportunities
Act as spokesperson for media opportunities about the stories you write secured by our communications team
Train supporting talent to identify angles, data sources and trends and enhance writing
Who you are:
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or related field
4+ years of experience in a real-time news service or online publication that covers finance, auto and/or the economy
Passion for topics in automotive and/or personal finance such as car buying/selling, credit scores, driving habits or insurance and loans
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience with data analysis and spotting newsworthy trends through data
Proficiency with Excel, Python, and R or SQL
Proficiency with Flourish or similar chart creation program, and at least one generative AI platform (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Copilot)
Prior experience working on fast-paced data projects in a digital newsroom (preferred)
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently (preferred)
Detail oriented with an ability to focus on the larger picture (preferred)
Experience publishing personal finance or automotive data stories (preferred)
While we appreciate your interest and application, only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Jerry is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
Jerry is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at
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About Jerry:
Jerry is America’s first and only AllCar™ app. We are redefining and radically improving how people manage owning a car, one of their most expensive and time-consuming assets.
Backed by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Jerry simplifies and automates owning and maintaining a car while providing personalized services for all car owners' needs. We spend every day innovating and improving our AI-powered app to provide the best possible experience for our customers. From car insurance and financing to maintenance and safety, Jerry does it all.
We are the #1 rated and most downloaded app in our category with a 4.7 star rating in the App Store. We have more than 5 million customers — and we’re just getting started.
Jerry was founded in 2017 by serial entrepreneurs and has raised more than $240 million in financing.
Join our team and work with passionate, curious and egoless people who love solving real-world problems. Help us build a revolutionary product that’s disrupting a massive market.
Medical Writer II
News Writer Job 16 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Description
Job Title: Medical Writer II Period: 11/18/2024 to 11/24/2025 – Potential for extension/direct hire Hours/Week: 40 hours – Hours over 40 will be paid at Time and a Half
Rate: $35 – $40/hour
Contract Type: W-2 only
Scope of Services:
The Medical Writer II researches, writes, and edits business and marketing writing, procedures, proposals, scripts, speeches and technical/white papers in support of global citizenship/sustainability, global marketing, public affairs, business and corporate functions related to employee and external communications.
Role, Responsibilities, and Deliverables:
Works within the confines of the Client brand voice guidelines and style, as well as understanding domestic and international regulatory requirements, writes, edits, and formats a wide variety of assigned communication materials.
Collaborates with global citizenship and sustainability, marketing, public affairs, research and development, engineering, regulatory affairs, and corporate function personnel, among others, to outcomes are accurate, complete and on-target with overall strategy.
Coordinates with creative direction, project management, graphic design, translation, and production personnel to meet project timelines. Advises with outside sources and vendors.
Develops creative briefs by developing a concise outline of jobs that need to be completed, which contain project parameter, goals and inspirations to achieve to achieve business goals
Recommends overall organization and layout, mode of presentation, publication methods, and related matters.
Develops publication concepts for the best communication of subject matter.
Reviews and proofreads all types of materials for accuracy, consistency and clarity
Oversees multiple content projects simultaneously and ensures deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment
Leads projects to improve departmental processes that require cooperation from other functional groups, and troubleshoots existing processes and tools.
Remains current on developments in and knowledge of the company's products, markets, policies, and objectives, including regulatory requirements and restrictions.
Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical discipline, Communications, Marketing, English or equivalent
English or Journalism field of study; Qualifications: Exceptional writing and proofreading skills; Experience with AP Writing Style and AMA references; Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner; Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail Deep understanding of corporate branding structure.
Must possess comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, analytical, project management skills and the ability to prioritize and handle a large volume of projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Must be highly organized and attentive to detail. Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred. Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment. Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. Ability to travel approximately 5%, including internationally.
Progressively more responsible experience as a business or technical writer in a corporate sustainability, citizenship, or high technology (preferably biotechnology) environment.
Regulatory Labeling Editor
News Writer Job 12 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Description
Universal Beauty Products, Inc. has been dedicated to making the world's finest, high-quality products in the beauty and personal care industry. Our customers, both large and small, are based in countries all over the world, and as a company, we pride ourselves on our commitment to producing innovative and performance driven products. We are under new management and growing, so now is a great time to join our team. Please note this is an on-site position.
In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.
The Regulatory Labeling Specialist ensures finished product labels are compliant with FDA labeling laws and 21 CFR regulations, minimizing the exposure of the company to regulatory action including recalls, jeopardy of third party certifications, customer and consumer complaints.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Under general supervision, responsible for aligning product labeling content with state and federal regulations
Review, verify and complete packaging submissions to authorize label related content based on regulations and product claims
Knowledge and understanding of FDA product codes and product class structure, Quality Management Systems and Good Manufacturing Practices
Manage the revision history of all product labeling and coordinate the translation of approved product labeling into the required languages of international markets while upholding all applicable requirements
Coordinate and facilitate communication and collaboration with external partners, such as suppliers and contract manufacturers, to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
Assist with reviewing social media content for alignment with regularity compliance.
Conduct internal audits of files, processes and databases and making process improvements as necessary.
Create and maintain detailed documentation and reports related to scientific and regulatory affairs, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Develop and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies, staying informed on any changes or updates that may impact our products
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, graphic design, quality, purchasing and legal, to ensure compliance across all departments for regulatory requirements
Other duties as requested by management.
Required Skills/Abilities:
5 years minimum working experience in Regulatory Label Development and/or Regulatory Compliance
3+ years' experience working in a CPG environment
Bachelor degree preferred in a Science related field
Experience evaluating regulatory risk
Experience in project management using critical thinking and problem-solving skills to deliver results.
Working/expert knowledge of FDA 21CFR Labeling Requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal, and organizational skills and good attention to detail required
Editorial Internship Winter/Spring 2025 (January - May)
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Description
Ateema Media & Marketing, a Chicago visitor marketing company, is looking for bright, energetic, hard-working students who are interested in writing for Concierge Preferred Magazine and *************************** Interns will work in tandem with the editors to assist in creating the best visitor-related articles in the Chicago market. Specifically, our interns will contribute to the magazine plus online products including the website,
weekly newsletters and blogs.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), be highly
organized, totally in-tune with digital media, and possess a keen desire to excel with and learn from
a team of hard-working, fun people who love what they do. This position is heavy on content
creation and distribution so the ability to adapt writing style to meet Ateema’s editorial style, tone, and brand—across all of our platforms—is imperative.
We are looking for smart, energetic college students that possess a willingness to work hard and
want to learn the skills that will get them the real-world experience they need to kick-start their
professional careers (while having fun along the way). You’ll work hard, gain invaluable experience,
and be a trusted team member that contributes to the editorial and marketing side of
the company.
You will learn how to:
Update a website via a content management system (Word Press)
To copy edit like a pro
Navigate analytics, SEO and other online tools that boost site traffic and ensure your content is found
Be a part of the editorial process and be involved from the ground-up in putting together a magazine
Heavily contribute to social media platforms on a professional level in an authentic way while maintaining brand integrity
Become an expert on what’s happening in the Chicago travel, tourism, visitor marketing, concierge & hospitality industry
Build effective email marketing campaigns and gain experience tracking analytics, A/B testing, et al.
Assist at some of our industry events and trade shows
To apply, you must be an undergraduate or graduate student who has completed one or more years
of college. We require a minimum of 15-20 hours per week, occasionally in the Chicago office. Times and days vary depending on class/work schedules. We are happy to complete any forms to help you comply with school credit needs given this is an unpaid position.
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Donor Relations/Grant Specialist
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job DescriptionSalary: $50, 065.00 (starting-based on full-time salary) )
The mission of Sunshine Gospel Ministries (SGM) is to seek the renewal of the city through ministries of discipleship, mercy, and justice. Our vision is to empower youth and families to thrive and lead prosperous, healthy lives through connectedness, opportunity, and economic sustainability. Our culture is open, warm, inviting and family oriented. We are a ministry that seeks individuals who have a passion for the gospel, and our youth and families in the Woodlawn community.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Donor Relations and Grants Specialist is responsible for implementing the donor relations strategy in conjunction with the Development Director and the Director of Marketing and External Relations. The Donor Relations and Grants Specialist supports the development teams efforts to broaden SGMs individual donor base, providing major gift, sustainer and planned giving donor pipelines, along with supporting direct response activities that generate growing revenue streams for the organization. The Donor Relations and Grants Specialist manages the grants writing process and also provides administrative support to the development team to ensure effective data management and reporting and donor stewardship efforts (acknowledgements, meeting requests, printed materials). The Donor Relations and Grants Specialist contributes to developing and implementing messaging to existing and prospective donors, continually adapting a strong and compelling case for support.
The primary purpose of this position is to implement donor relations activities and engage with donors as part of a larger development plan (including tracking donor relations activities, assisting with direct response plans and activities, and making recommendations for improving program results). The duties of this position also include researching grant opportunities, drafting and submitting grant proposals based on funding requirements.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS**
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
In conjunction with the Development Director and Director of Marketing, implements and assesses an overall donor relations strategy that supports the short and long-term fundraising goals.
Maintains online profiles, including Charity Navigator and Guidestar; maintains donor gift data; manages sustainer programs, including promotion, tracking, stewarding and providing annual acknowledgements.
Promotes planned giving programs via direct mail, newsletters, and other organizational publications and communications.
Assists with individual giving appeals (in collaboration with consultants, vendors and the development team); strengthens giving circles that generate annual support through stewardship; provides annual fundraising support to the organization, such as donor-driven campaigns and events.
Manages strategy and appropriate implementations of external campaigns such as Giving Tuesday and year-end appeals; manages strategy and appropriate use of social media for individual giving appeals.
Assists with proposals and reports for major donors and other writing needs; has excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated history of appropriately handling communication with high-net worth donors and/or foundation representatives.
Maintains physical and electronic donor communication materials and Development Department supply inventory.
Completes accurate contact reports utilizing Bloomerang/Raisers Edge/CRM when interactions occur.
Coordinates with Marketing to develop art for holiday messages, give days, and other electronic messaging.
Researches and identifies grant prospects at the local, state and national levels.
Determines grant proposal concept by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs, studying requests for proposal (RFPs), attending strategy meetings, participating in relevant staff meetings, and developing a strong understanding of SGMs work, programs, priorities, innovations, history, mission, and results.
Maintains grant deadlines and program tracker and enters relevant information into the database. Meets proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information and shares information with the development team. Coordinates requirements with various program staff and contributes proposal status information.
Drafts, revises, and produces high-quality proposals and reports for multiple stakeholders by using templates and following proposal-writing standards including readability, consistency, and tone. Assembles information including project nature, objectives/outcomes/deliverables, implementation, methods, timetable, staffing, budget, standards of performance, and evaluation. Presents proposals in creative or required formats. Obtains approvals by reviewing proposals with key stakeholders, including various program and executive-level staff within the organization.
Drafts content related to grant partners for general external communications such as newsletter articles, blog posts, and social media content.
Assists with database management; is capable of pulling reports to meet various funder queries.
Responds to phone and email inquiries concerning the department; responds to a variety of inquiries regarding interest in supporting the organization.
Other duties as assigned.
RELATED DUTIES
Ability to work some evenings and weekends for special events.
EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Required:
Bachelors Degree in a related field
Minimum 5 years experience in the nonprofit sector with donor recruiting and stewardship, fundraising, and grant writing experience.
Experience with Bloomerang or Raisers Edge or other related fundraising software
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; strong writing skills (including the ability to proofread and edit content.
Exceptional team and project management, organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete them timely.
Strong leadership skills; ability to make sound decisions when under pressure; ability to be resourceful and creatively resolve issues.
Experience managing a project or program budget.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as effectively as part of a team, instilling confidence and trust among fellow staff and external constituents.
High ethical standards, discretion, and confidentiality in working with donor information.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to work well within a diverse team and across departments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk and/or sit; use hands to fingers or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend, stoop, pull, push, lift, as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift, carry or move at least 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in a public building and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
DIRECT REPORTS
None
Android Police - Features Writer
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Job Description
will operate on a remote, contractual basis.
Are you an impeccable writer with a passion for everything Android? Want to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment from home while monetizing your love for technology?
AndroidPolice.com is looking for dedicated Feature Contributors to cover informative Android features, as well as topical roundups or lists. With your skillful writing and tech expertise, you will help readers fully leverage their Android devices and apps.
The Android Police team is constantly scouring the internet for the latest Android news, sharing tips, tricks, tutorials, videos, and podcasts, reviewing devices, apps, and games, and keeping track of custom ROMs and hacks.
Necessary expertise is required in at least one of the following areas:
Phones and tablets
Smartwatches and wearables
Other gadgets
Applications and ways to improve your devices
Android itself and how it works
Job Responsibilities:
Ability to contribute reliably and consistently under tight deadlines
Stay up to date on the latest Android news, products and updates
Coordinate with the editorial team for assignments and feedback
Generate and pitch concise and relevant ideas/topics for articles, if needed
Input work into our in-house CMS according to our guidelines
Application Requirements:
CV
Cover Letter (tell us why you want to write for us!)
2-3 tech articles you've written that demonstrate your writing abilities
Applicants must have a self-starter attitude and possess the following requirements:
Relevant experience in writing and editing in the English language
Ability to breakdown complex topics
Expert knowledge and broad familiarity of Android products or apps
The hiring team at Android Police will get back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team. Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered.
Please note that we have a zero-tolerance policy regarding plagiarism on our site. Any AI content generating tools are also forbidden from use. Therefore, any evidence of plagiarism within your work or AI-generated content will result in the rejection of your application.
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Grant Specialist
News Writer Job 15 miles from Rolling Meadows
The Grants Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the administration of federal grants for our client. Working closely with internal teams and government funding entities, this role ensures the effective implementation and achievement of grant activities. The Grants Specialist plays a critical role in data collection, evaluating program effectiveness and maintaining transparency and integrity across all grant-funded programs. This position also manages reporting and compliance for grants at federal, state, county and local levels.
Grants Specialist Responsibilities:
Assist in the coordination and administration of competitive federal, state and local government grants
Build and manage relationships with government funding entities, ensuring transparency and maintaining the highest standards of integrity
Collect and manage data for government-funded programs to ensure accurate and timely reporting (monthly, quarterly, trimester or final)
Enter and review grant data in grantor systems; collaborate with program leads to resolve inaccuracies or missing information
Stay up to date with grant management best practices and federal regulations
Measure and evaluate program effectiveness using best practice tools and methodologies
Serve as a liaison between internal teams and government funding bodies to ensure smooth grant implementation
Maintain the Grant Cycle Calendar and work with teams to meet all deadlines
Collaborate with Program Directors to ensure services are compliant with grant guidelines and achieve desired outcomes; flag performance or compliance issues
Track expenditures, manage grant funds and maintain detailed records for accurate reporting and budget alignment
Partner with grant evaluators to gather program data and make necessary improvements
Work closely with the Philanthropy team to support overall organizational and fundraising goals
Foster a positive culture that aligns with the organization's core values during interactions with stakeholders
Engage in professional development to continually enhance your knowledge and skills
Grants Specialist Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Nonprofit Management or a related field
2+ years of experience in nonprofit or government work
2+ years in publicly funded compliance and grant management, preferably with government grants
Valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
Experience with program evaluation, data analysis and creating dashboards
Strong written communication skills
Solid understanding of accounting principles and the ability to create and analyze financial reports
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple high-level projects
Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
Effective verbal communication and problem-solving abilities
Experience managing large-scale government grants preferred
Grant writing and relationship management experience a plus
If you meet these requirements, please apply today!
Thank you,
Ashly Wheatland
Project Manager
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: ********************************************************************************************************
Part-Time News Writer/Editor - WBBM-AM
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
WBBM-AM Newsradio, Chicago's leading multi-platform news organization, is seeking a passionate, dynamic journalist to serve as a part-time news editor and writer.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
The hired individual will oversee the newsroom during the course of a daypart and will be responsible for creating rundowns, selecting sound to air during newscasts, writing and approving copy, and coordinating with the digital content team.
Writers work off an assigned lineup drawing information from resource copy, the audio file, and appropriate network sources. Since there is little opportunity for detailed review of copy before airing, writers must "get it right the first time" and be able to work effectively under pressure.
Editor: must review incoming news stories from a variety of sources and choose the stories of highest interest and most relevance to the WBBM Newsradio audience.
Assembles an hourly lineup of news for writers and anchors to prepare.
Assigns audio to newscasts.
Creatively pursues new ways of presenting stories so that they have the most impact on the audience.
Brings stories of interest to the attention of the manager on duty for reporter follow-up.
Writers and editors must work closely with anchors and reporters in preparing newscasts.
In the absence of the Managing Editor and the Director of News and Programming, the editor is the de facto leader in the newsroom.
Editor directs assistant producers to take in tape and feeds, and works with newsroom personnel to pursue breaking stories.
Editor coordinates coverage, when required.
While writers and editors work primarily with people inside the WBBM Newsroom, from time to time they must deal with people outside the newsroom. These relationships may include, but are not limited to, responding to listener inquiries, talking to police and fire officials about breaking news events, and discussing coverage plans with WBBM-TV and Audacy.
Qualifications
More About You:
Required & Preferred:
Qualified candidates must have excellent news judgment, familiarity with the Chicago news environment, and an ability to develop compelling local story angles.
Must be familiar with broadcast style, with a strong ability to incorporate audio into written stories.
Must have excellent grammar and good spelling and the ability to use social media to gather news and promote newsroom content.
Need to have an understanding of legal guidelines that govern broadcast media and have excellent editorial judgment and a deep understanding of current events, national politics, and local news.
Consistently maintains a friendly attitude and positive interaction when talking to listeners, the general public and with newsroom colleagues. Familiarity with local and corporate news policies, newsroom ethics and practices, and legal restrictions are a must.
Applies those policies and procedures to news stories and all other daily activities.
Alerts management to content that is questionable or that may be in violation of FCC, corporate or station policies and regulations.
Suggests ideas to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of station operations.
Makes suggestions for change that strengthens WBBM's relationships with listeners, advertisers, and the Chicago community.
Learns, understands, and follows company policy and procedure
Important Notes:
Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending **************. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.
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About Us
Audacy, Inc. is a leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company that connects with 200 million consumers. Powered by its exclusive, premium audio content that includes unrivaled leadership positions in news and sports radio, Audacy operates one of the country's two scaled radio broadcasting groups, a rapidly growing direct-to-consumer digital audio platform, multiple audio networks, a major event business and a leading, award-winning podcast studio. Learn more at ****************** Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.
EEO
Audacy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/ gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call **************. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
ASA Monitor Editor-in-Chief (Must be a Practicing Anesthesiologist)
News Writer Job 4 miles from Rolling Meadows
Call for applications: ASA Monitor Editor-in-Chief (Must be a Practicing Anesthesiologist) Application deadline: January 15, 2025
The American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA) is pleased to announce the Call for Applications is open for the important position of Editor-in-Chief of
ASA Monitor
.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented, motivated, and innovative leader to make a positive contribution to the official news publication of the ASA. The
ASA Monitor
is the primary source for Society and industry news; practice-changing clinical information in the field of anesthesiology and the related fields of critical care, pain, and palliative care
.
The ASA strongly encourages applications from interested and qualified ASA member candidates.
The Editor-in-Chief is expected to be appointed in fall 2025 and to begin an official term on January 1, 2026.
Detailed information including the is available here: ASA Monitor EIC job description (PDF)
Applications must be submitted by January 15, 2025. Please include:
Curriculum vitae highlighting editorial experience and publication record
A letter of interest of up to 3 pages to address your motivation to apply for the role
Sample(s) of your published work (writing may be a commentary, editorial, or scientific article)
Disclosure of any conflicts of interest (particularly with industry-sponsored work) in accordance with ICMJE recommended guidelines
Applicants meeting the qualifications will be asked to provide additional information, and those shortlisted will be invited to interview with the ASA Ad Hoc Committee on Editor-in-Chief (EIC) Search.
ASA has partnered with scholarly publishing experts KGL Consulting to conduct the search for incoming Editors-in-Chief. Questions and applications should be directed to Ms. Lisa Marshall, Senior Consulting Associate, KGL Consulting (**************************).
About ASA
Founded in 1905, the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) is an educational, research, and scientific society with more than 56,000 members organized to raise and maintain the standards of the medical practice of anesthesiology. ASA is committed to ensuring physician anesthesiologists evaluate and supervise the medical care of patients before, during and after surgery to provide the highest quality and safest care every patient deserves.
Mission: Advancing the Practice and Securing the Future
Vision: A world leader improving health through innovation in quality and safety.
Values: Patient Safety, Physician-led Care and Scientific Discovery
ASA supports its members at every stage of their career, across every subspecialty, and in every practice setting to provide the resources anesthesiologists need to thrive in health care's changing environment. With the collective expertise of more than 56,000 members, ASA is a global community that advances the standards of anesthesiology practice and quality, improves patient care and safety, and secures the future of the specialty.
Student Writer
News Writer Job 21 miles from Rolling Meadows
The student writer develops content for the North Central College website, the alumni magazine, and other publications. Collects information in person or via email and writes features, news, and student profiles. Coordinates photography. Coordinates and writes alumni class notes. Attends editorial meetings for planning. Writes social media posts. Edits and proofreads copy prior to publication. May work remotely until campus re-opens.
Job Qualifications
Excellent writing skills, editing experience, proofreading ability. Writing experience necessary with student publications and/or outside publications or organizations. Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects. Submission of professional writing samples necessary.
UX Writer
News Writer Job 10 miles from Rolling Meadows
Lincolnshire, IL Contract - Hybrid / Full time smartdept. is searching for a **UX Writer**for a financial client located in the greater Chicago area. The ideal candidate will come with 3-5+ years of experience. This is a **full-time**, **hybrid**, contract opportunity. * Create and refine user interface text, including buttons, error messages, onboarding flows, and help content, ensuring clarity and consistency.
* Work closely with UX designers, researchers, and product teams to align content strategy with user needs and business goals.
* Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and validate content effectiveness, making data-driven decisions.
* Develop and maintain a tone of voice and style guide that reflects the brand's personality and ensures consistency across all touchpoints.
* Contribute to content strategy discussions, providing insights on how to best communicate with our users throughout their journey.
* Iterate on content based on user feedback, analytics, and team input to continuously improve the user experience
* Bachelor's degree in English, Communication, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
* 3-5+ years of experience in UX writing, technical writing, or a similar role.
* Strong portfolio showcasing your writing skills and examples of user-centered content.
* Excellent communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
* Familiarity with UX design principles and methodologies.
* Proficiency in using design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) is a plus.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
UX Writer **I am interested in this job.**
Writer for Minute Taking - Chicago, IL
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Chicago, IL Part Time Production Entry Level If you're a good fit for this role, you'll be a strong writer who's concise and attentive to detail. Submit your application today on our website to become a professional Minute Taker! At Minutes Solutions, flexibility comes first.
We always work with your availability and schedule in mind.
On average, our Minute Takers attend 1-3 meetings per week.
Most of our meetings take place during the week (M-F) and start between 4-8pm EST.
You will be compensated $56 per one-hour-long meeting and $12 per every additional 30 minutes that the meeting exceeds 1 hour, rounded up.
Compensation is based on the duration of the meeting and does not include the time it takes to format and finalize your minutes after the meeting.
English Essay Writers
News Writer Job 24 miles from Rolling Meadows
Posted : **8 hrs ago** Posted By: **Ryan Hannani** We are looking for talented English writers to join our team and contribute high-quality essays on a salaried basis. This is an opportunity for skilled professionals to work with us either full-time or part-time, consistently delivering well-researched and well-written essays based on provided materials. Writers will receive essay questions along with readings, Google slides, and notes to guide their work, with deadlines assigned for each project.
Message Me On Whatsapp *****************
**Job Skills**
Responsibilities:
-Write thoughtful and well-structured essays based on assigned prompts.
-Review and incorporate provided materials (readings, slides, notes) into your essays.
-Use proper citation styles such as APA, MLA, or others as required by each assignment.
-Manage time effectively to meet assigned deadlines.
Ideal Skills and Experience:
-Strong proficiency in reading and writing English fluently.
-Proven experience in writing essays or research-based projects.
-Familiarity with different citation styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) and the ability to apply them accurately in essays.
-Ability to analyze and synthesize information from various sources to create high-quality content.
-Excellent time management skills to deliver projects on schedule.
Additional Details:
-This is not a one-time gig but an ongoing salaried position. Both full-time and part-time options are available.
-Currently, we are reviewing over 40 applications and will select up to five full-time writers based on the quality of submissions.
-Writers will be paid on a salaried basis, with compensation based on experience and performance.
-If selected, you will be expected to consistently produce essays according to project guidelines and deadlines.
**Questions**
How To Apply: Answer The Following question below. Also, Include College Attended and major at the top (if you didn't put N/A).
Watch and analyze this video: **********************
Note:
- Word length requirement is between 200 and 500 words
- Handwritten answers will be immediately rejected
Requirements
Must be typed out (handwritten answers will be rejected and result in an immediate decline of your application)
Between 200 and 500 words
Must be free of plagiarism, including any text generated by artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT
Proper grammar practice and no spelling mistakes
Failing to meet our quality standards will result in your application being rejected
At least one example of correct use of all of the following:
Commas
Colons
Semicolons
Exclamations
Quote Marks
Apostrophes
Parentheses
Dashes
Hyphens
Citation in APA format (at least one resource)
For more information, please refer to our Grammar Videos.
**Who Applied Average Bid: **$2792.86****
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Student Writer
News Writer Job 21 miles from Rolling Meadows
Posting Details Information Posting Number ST000823 Position Title Student Writer Department Enrollment Marketing Division Institutional Advancement Supervisor Laura Pohl Supervisor Title Editorial director Description of Job Duties The student writer develops content for the North Central College website, the alumni magazine, and other publications. Collects information in person or via email and writes features, news, and student profiles. Coordinates photography. Coordinates and writes alumni class notes. Attends editorial meetings for planning. Writes social media posts. Edits and proofreads copy prior to publication. May work remotely until campus re-opens.
Do the job duties for this position include any driving requirements? No Job Qualifications
Excellent writing skills, editing experience, proofreading ability. Writing experience necessary with student publications and/or outside publications or organizations. Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects. Submission of professional writing samples necessary.
Will this position be working with minors? No Approximate number of work hours per week 6 weekly (flexible)
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at ************ or ****************************
Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Open Date 04/15/2020 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Posting Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
* Resume
Optional Documents