Writer​/Author – Print Journalism & Healthcare Communications

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Contract type

Freelance

Location

Bethesda , MD

Specialty

Marketing

Remote

No

Reference

516567

Contact name

Audrey Anderson

We are seeking an experienced Writer/Author with a strong background in print journalism, feature writing, and long-form storytelling to support a high-profile healthcare communications environment.

This individual will be responsible for developing compelling, informative, and engaging stories highlighting medical innovation, patient experiences, clinical research, organizational achievements, and leadership initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a skilled journalist who knows how to uncover meaningful stories, conduct thoughtful interviews, and translate complex medical and technical information into accessible content for diverse audiences.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for someone with a background in journalism, healthcare communications, military public affairs, or editorial content development who enjoys owning stories from initial concept through publication.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, develop, write, and edit feature articles, news stories, and long-form content for print and digital publications.
• Identify compelling story opportunities involving medical advancements, clinical research, patient experiences, staff achievements, and organizational initiatives.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with healthcare professionals, patients, families, senior leadership, and subject-matter experts.
• Develop and manage editorial calendars, story pipelines, and publication schedules.
• Own the editorial process from initial pitch and research through writing, editing, approvals, and final publication.
• Translate complex medical, scientific, and technical information into engaging, accurate, and accessible stories.
• Produce balanced, well-researched articles using multiple sources and established journalistic standards.
• Write, rewrite, proofread, and edit content in accordance with AP Style.
• Collaborate with photographers, videographers, graphic designers, and communications professionals to develop multimedia storytelling packages.
• Support internal and external communications, including website updates, social media content, speeches, briefings, and leadership messaging.
• Assist with media relations activities, press conferences, community engagement, and crisis communications as needed.
• Coordinate interviews, manage stakeholder feedback, and navigate editorial review and approval processes.
• Ensure all content complies with applicable privacy regulations, including HIPAA and Protected Health Information (PHI) requirements.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining editorial accuracy, quality, and consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional journalism, editorial writing, or long-form content development experience.
• Strong portfolio of published articles demonstrating feature writing, interviewing, research, and narrative storytelling.
• Experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or another regulated, high-visibility environment.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and AP Style proficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to interview diverse stakeholders and translate complex information into compelling stories.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations and patient privacy requirements.
• Experience managing editorial calendars, publication schedules, and multiple simultaneous assignments.
• Strong…