Verified Job
Content Writer
Writer/Editor
Content Writer
#57938
Remote / WFH
University of Michigan
Job Description
Responsibilities*
Newsletter content planning and development
Plan content calendar for monthly staff and faculty newsletter.
Interview subject-matter-experts and write newsletter features.
Design and distribute newsletter using the Mailchimp publishing tool.
Build relationships across the school to maintain a pipeline of content topics.
Partner with faculty leadership communications lead to identify opportunities to publicize faculty expertise and achievements.
Writing
Develop marketing content for the website and emails to promote signature school events, including the spring commencement.
Write occasional online stories to promote the student experience with an important focus on experiential learning opportunities.
Develop communications to promote school initiatives and internal units.
Collaborate with PR team members in developing an annual content calendar with a primary focus on promoting the school's academic degree programs.
Copy editing and maintaining editorial style guidelines
Update editorial writing style guidelines and advise on the appropriate use of style.
Copy edit marketing content, including for the website.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or a related field.
Minimum of three years of experience in a marketing or communications role.
Experience developing copy for a variety of channels, including newsletters, marketing emails, web, and print.
Experience using cloud-based marketing platforms for building, sending, and tracking email newsletters.
Proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, and Sheets)
Copywriting and proofing skills and proficiency in AP Style.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days, Maternity and Parental Leave)
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Flexible work arrangements
Access to the onsite Fitness Center at Ross
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Salary Information:
The salary offer range for this position is $59,000 to $72,700. Salary offers are determined based on several factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, along with internal equity considerations. It is not common for new hires to be placed at the top of the range.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
279246
Working Title
Writer/Editor
Job Title
Writer
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Bus Admin
Department
ROSS SCH MKTG & COM
Posting Begin/End Date
6/24/2026 - 7/03/2026
Salary
$59,000.00 - $72,700.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing
Newsletter content planning and development
Plan content calendar for monthly staff and faculty newsletter.
Interview subject-matter-experts and write newsletter features.
Design and distribute newsletter using the Mailchimp publishing tool.
Build relationships across the school to maintain a pipeline of content topics.
Partner with faculty leadership communications lead to identify opportunities to publicize faculty expertise and achievements.
Writing
Develop marketing content for the website and emails to promote signature school events, including the spring commencement.
Write occasional online stories to promote the student experience with an important focus on experiential learning opportunities.
Develop communications to promote school initiatives and internal units.
Collaborate with PR team members in developing an annual content calendar with a primary focus on promoting the school's academic degree programs.
Copy editing and maintaining editorial style guidelines
Update editorial writing style guidelines and advise on the appropriate use of style.
Copy edit marketing content, including for the website.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or a related field.
Minimum of three years of experience in a marketing or communications role.
Experience developing copy for a variety of channels, including newsletters, marketing emails, web, and print.
Experience using cloud-based marketing platforms for building, sending, and tracking email newsletters.
Proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, and Sheets)
Copywriting and proofing skills and proficiency in AP Style.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days, Maternity and Parental Leave)
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Flexible work arrangements
Access to the onsite Fitness Center at Ross
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Salary Information:
The salary offer range for this position is $59,000 to $72,700. Salary offers are determined based on several factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, along with internal equity considerations. It is not common for new hires to be placed at the top of the range.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
279246
Working Title
Writer/Editor
Job Title
Writer
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Bus Admin
Department
ROSS SCH MKTG & COM
Posting Begin/End Date
6/24/2026 - 7/03/2026
Salary
$59,000.00 - $72,700.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing
