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About this Position
Posting Detail Information
Position Number HR0783
Position Title Writer/Editor
Job Type Staff
FT/PT Part-Time
Employee Class Description C3-Staff PT (ed. support)
General Position Description This position develops and refines clear, audience-centered content for Valencia College’s Content Studio, including materials for the web, marketing, news and internal communications. This position works closely with Channel Leads and creative teams to produce accurate, engaging content that follows the College’s voice, AP Style guidelines and ADA accessibility standards. The role is focused on producing high-quality written content on schedule, rather than determining channel strategy or managing publishing decisions.
Flexible Work Arrangement Primarily Remote: Employee performs the majority of job duties remotely and may occasionally work on site, based on operational needs with advance notice, when possible.
Grade 2027
Exemption Status Non-Exempt
Posting Number S4185P
Location(s) Orlando, FL 32811 - West Campus
Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs) TBD
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Start Date 10/20/2026
Posting End Date 11/06/2026
Open Until Filled No
Quicklink for Posting https://valenciacollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/44143
Posting Detail Information
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Essential Job Functions
Description of Job Function
- Writes, edits and revises a range of institutional content for internal and external audiences, including web copy, news stories, announcements, marketing and promotional materials, email communications, speeches, talking points and internal messaging, based on information and direction provided through creative briefs.
- Applies editorial judgment to tailor tone, structure and style for different audiences while maintaining a consistent institutional voice.
- Collaborates with photographers, videographers and project teams to align written content with visuals and multimedia, including selecting and refining supporting images, figures and tables to enhance communication effectiveness.
- Works with channel leads and partners to apply strategy, goals and audience needs to develop brand-aligned content, including both short- and long-form copy that supports campaign objectives.
- Writes, edits and reviews content for clarity, accuracy, grammar, style and ADA accessibility across Valencia website and intranet. Ensures all content adheres to AP Style and College brand standards while accurately representing departments and programs.
- Incorporates feedback from leads and stakeholders, communicates concepts to leadership and develops brand-aligned content and campaign copy based on strategy and goals.
- Manages tasks and executes project plans and editorial calendars to ensure timely delivery of assigned work.
- Follows intake, workflow, review and project processes to ensure quality, transparency and timely delivery of content aligned with editorial calendars.
- Contributes to content reviews, brainstorming and campaign development, supporting ideas that strengthen storytelling aligned with strategy and brand voice.
- Interviews faculty and staff to develop engaging articles and blog content for appropriate communication channels and builds relationships to support future story development.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Drivers License Requirement
Drivers License Requirement Not Applicable
Required Qualifications
Required Minimum Education Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Field of Study
Other Required Qualifications Two (2) years of professional experience in writing or editing for marketing, communications, journalism or related purposes.
Required License/Certification
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education & Field of Study Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English or a related field.
Preferred Type of Experience Experience writing for higher education, public-sector or other mission-driven organizations.
Experience working within a collaborative or matrixed communications environment.
Preferred Licenses/Certification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong writing and editing skills with experience crafting marketing and advertising content for audiences, including compelling long- and short-form copy such as advertising headlines or bulk SMS messaging, as well as informative communications such as news articles, web copy and feature articles.
- Knowledge of AP and journalistic writing styles, with experience producing and placing content across print and digital media.
- Ability to adapt writing for different media and audiences, translating complex topics into clear, engaging content.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to craft accurate, engaging stories using quotes and descriptive elements.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, incorporate feedback and revise work effectively.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively, including skills in interviewing, media relations and written communications.
- Skill in using personal computers and office software, with ability to learn new tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CMS platforms and social media.
Working Conditions
General Working Conditions This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. The employee will routinely operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, mouse, phones, photocopiers, printers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Typical physical competencies include but are not limited to frequently remaining stationary, moving, reaching, positioning self and occasionally ascending/descending, lifting/moving objects weighing between 5-15 pounds. This job also entails frequently communicating, discerning and exchanging information, detecting and perceiving objects up close, at a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Cognitive abilities include but are not limited to frequently using discretion, judgment, reasoning, memory, learning, maintaining confidentiality, comprehension, problem solving, and decision-making.
The typical work environment, physical and cognitive demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The College has a process to identify and make available reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job specific working conditions
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