Staff Writer, Creative Arts​/Media

Staff Writer

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Media Communications & Relations, the Staff Writer will produce high-quality written content that communicates the University of Georgia’s achievements and impact across print and digital platforms. Responsibilities include writing news stories, features, profiles, and narrative content for a wide range of audiences, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to journalistic standards and AP Style.

• Posting Number: S14992P
• Working Title:
  
  Staff Writer
• Department:
  Mar Comm-Media Communications
• Location:
  
  Athens, GA (Athens Area)
• Salary: $55,000 – $60,000
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Eligibility:
  Full/Part time Full Time
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 5:00. Occasional nights and weekends needed.
• Posting Date: 04/15/2026
• Closing Date:
  Proposed Starting Date 06/01/2026 (Open until filled)

• Minimum:
  Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, public relations, or a related field.
• One to three years of professional writing, journalism, or communications experience.
• Experience writing news stories, features, profiles, or narrative content for print or digital platforms.
• Familiarity with higher education environments and ability to translate complex topics into engaging stories.
• Ability to adapt writing style and tone for different audiences and platforms.
• Familiarity with AP Style and standard journalistic editing practices.
• Experience with content management systems or web publishing tools.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

Content Development & Storytelling
: 65%

• Research, interview, and write news, feature stories, profiles, and narrative content reflecting UGA’s mission and strategic priorities.
• Produce executive-level messaging, institutional announcements, and general assignment stories for multiple platforms.
• Lead narrative creation for flagship institutional stories, major research features, and special publications.
• Identify, develop, and lead complex storytelling projects with minimal oversight.
• Develop narrative strategy for major communications initiatives.

Editing & Quality Assurance
: 15%

• Support Managing Editor by editing and refining colleague and partner content.
• Maintain overall quality and integrity of published content.
• Provide guidance on narrative development, messaging approaches, and best practices.

Content Planning & Story Development
: 10%

• Identify and pitch story ideas aligned with institutional priorities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across units to discover compelling stories.
• Create long-form and multimedia-supported content requiring originality and critical thinking.

UGA Today Website and Email
: 5%

• Serve as backup for UGA Today email newsletter production and distribution, and website content publication and organization management.

Other duties as assigned.

Work in a standard office environment. No driving responsibilities. No direct interaction with children under 18 or medical duties. No security access requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a background investigation, including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a credit check. Candidates may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for high-risk responsibilities.

• Resume/CV
• Writing Sample

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Recruitment Contact:
James Hataway. Email: jhataway.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status.