Marketing Communications Student Writer
Mercer University
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Job Family:
Student Regular WageDepartment:
Marketing CommunicationsSupervisor:
Andrea HonakerJob Title:
Marketing Communications Student WriterJob Description:
The student writer will:
- Write stories about students, faculty, staff and alumni for University online and print publications
- Write press releases and media pitches for selected University and student-oriented events
- Write hometown news releases on student and faculty achievements
- Write and fact check Faculty Notables for the monthly Bear Briefings e-newsletter
- Work on media hits summaries for public relations reports
- Work with shooting and producing video for the web
- Assist with social media content as needed
- Work with the Marketing Communications team on other various projects as needed
Requirements:
The student writer must have excellent journalistic writing skills, interest in public relations and marketing, and knowledge of AP Style. Must be a self-starter with good communication and organizational skills. Must be dependable and able to meet deadlines.
Pay Rate: $11 per hour
Scheduled Hours:
10Start Date:
09/1/2026End Date:
04/30/2027Summary
Write stories, press releases, and social media content for university publications and events
Job title
Marketing Communications Student Writer
Experience level
entry level
Industry
education
Location requirements
On campus in Macon, GA, no remote work allowed
Salary
$11 per hour
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Macon, GA, USA