Staff Writers

We are hiring up to eight part-time Writers for responsibilities connected to Total Campus Report, a curated news product for leaders in higher education. All Writers will be tasked with the production of efficient, fact-packed reviews of key developments within a specific cohort of nationally-visible institutions. Total Campus Report will deliver every Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings, equating to writing responsibilities every Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday night (or, if you’re really night owl, super early every Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings). If you’re interested in the positions, please review the job description below and complete the application at the bottom of this page.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Read and comprehend articles provided on key stories in higher education and write a three to four sentence review capturing the most important facets of the development
  • Quickly become proficient completing the process for 30 to 40 articles in a two- to three-hour timeframe with little post-editing needed
  • Availability on three nights (8PM EST or after) per week (Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday)
  • Completion of writing by 2AM EST the day of delivery (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
  • Build a sound framework of the subject matter to contribute to content inclusion/exclusion decisions
  • Keep track of and record minutes worked per night

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Excellent technical writing skills
  • Ability to consume and analyze news articles in an efficient manner
  • Solid focus; ability to meet deadlines
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Distinctive communication skills, both oral and written (timely, clear); strong interpersonal skills and highly proactive approach
  • Experience with Google Docs
  • Strong knowledge of the higher education industry is preferred

COMPENSATION AND LOCATION

  • $15 per hour commensurate with experience
  • Candidates should be available 8-12 hours per week split equally between Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday nights, starting no earlier than 8PM EST
  • This is a remote position

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