Writer / Content Management (Editorial) Specialist - Marketing Communications
Horizontal Talent

Job Info

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*completed 4 year degree (no exceptions)
*background check required

Responsibilities:

Content Development (60%)
• Experience developing high-quality, brand-right content across traditional print, digital, and social media
• Write and edit marketing materials for product launches, omnichannel campaigns, and other key initiatives
• Write and edit technical content with precision and skill
• Create clean, bold, and engaging content that adheres to the verbal brand identity and complies with legal and regulatory standards
• Participate in project input meetings and brainstorms

Project Management (15%):
• Responsible for end-to-end editorial process: writing, editing, proofreading, and
fact-checking
• Balance multiple projects and clients while ensuring quality is maintained and quick timelines are met
• Ability to organize, multitask, and manage your time
• Work closely with Project Management team to meet assigned tasks in a timely manner

Collaboration (10%):
• Engage with internal cross-functional partners to produce relevant, targeted content
• Collaborate closely with Creative Media + Design peers to produce effective content quickly
• Communicate clearly and professionally to share ideas, status, and solutions
• Exemplify a culture of editorial excellence, accountability, collaboration, and
problem-solving

Quality Control (15%):
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail by understanding and applying the master brand guidelines, content creation process, and internal proofing
• Adhere to project workflow processes and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must-Have Skills:
• Solid storytelling skills
• Experience writing content from the ground up
• Effective communicator
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Teams)
and Adobe Acrobat
• Comfort adhering strictly to house style guide and brand guidelines
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and adherence to workflow processes
• Fast learner with the ability to quickly adapt to an ever-changing environment
• Solid communication, listening, and collaboration skills
• Clear and professional communication with clients
• Ability to take and implement feedback effectively
• Deliver high-quality work on time

Nice-To-Have Skills:
• Experience in the medical device, healthcare, or other highly regulated industry
• Curious and passionate about the customer experience
• Fundamental understanding for how copy complements design
• Experience writing effective content about complex topics in a matrixed environment
• Knowledge of project management tools such as Workfront, Infowit, or BaseCamp
• Experience with cloud-based tools such as SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.

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