Senior Editor / Writer Job at Continental Cooperative Services, Harrisburg, PA

VzZTNmpaUkVWMWY3OTJCcjZoVCt6TmdvS2c9PQ==
  • Continental Cooperative Services
  • Harrisburg, PA

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Organize and manage content flow for multiple publications, coordinating work of contributing editors, writers, columnists
  • Produce a variety of content, including news and feature writing, photography, and other communications, for publication and other organizational use
  • Provide quality control of publications and products through editing and proofreading
  • Provide coverage of events, including meetings and other media opportunities
  • Provide communications support for departmental and organizational tasks as required
  • Represent the organization at various events and functions
  • Develop and maintain contacts with affiliated organizations
  • Develop and maintain media contacts
  • Provide editorial guidance to writers, columnists
  • Coordinate training events for communicators
  • Write/edit stories, articles, press releases, business briefs, and other communications as needed
  • Manage publication content flow, including the work of columnists, contributing editors/writers
  • Develop stories/content for publication, conduct interviews, take photographs
  • Take an active part in the production process, communications planning, training events, and other organizational functions as needed
  • Travel to cover events and represent the organization

 

Knowledge Sets

  • Thorough knowledge of news and feature writing and editing, including intimate knowledge of the Associated Press style, required
  • Thorough knowledge of multiple media platforms, including print, digital, photographic, video, and social media, required
  • Thorough knowledge of press and media relations, interview techniques, internal and external communications required
  • Basic knowledge of publication layout and design, website management, print and digital advertising, and publication production and printing required
  • Knowledge of electric utility industry/energy policy/government operations a plus
  • Knowledge of cooperative business model/trade associations a plus

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Excellent oral communication skills
  • Excellent photography/videography skills
  • Ability to understand complex issues and effectively communicate them to others
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
  • Ability to work with multiple technology platforms
  • Ability to coordinate work of numerous staff members, outside content providers
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments under time constraints in fast-paced work environment

Experience/Education:

  • More than 10 years in writing/editing/communications/public relations field; trade association, energy industry, or cooperative experience desirable
  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or related field

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

Just·Tech

Delivery Driver Job at Just·Tech

JustTech, LLC is actively seeking a Delivery Driver for local and intrastate deliveries. The position will be based in Fredericksburg VA at our Distribution Center. Under the direction of the Logistics Supervisor the incumbent will perform pick-up and deliveries of copiers...

Bird & Bear Services

Estimator for Commercial Roofing Job at Bird & Bear Services

 ...the multi-company arrangement. Ability to communicate and maintain good working relationships with peers, customers, and other contractors. Phoenix Roofing & Bruin Roofing provide quality products and services to customers across the greater Pittsburgh area. We... 

AppleOne Technical Staffing

Mechanical Engineer Job at AppleOne Technical Staffing

 ...related to the following systems and equipment in the Norfolk, Virginia area: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (AC&R) systems for U.S. Navy submarines both in-service and new construction and equipment support. Must have prior Navy experience and a Certification... 

Pepsi Bottling Ventures

Head of People and Culture Job at Pepsi Bottling Ventures

 ...seeking a Head of People and Culture to join our team in Raleigh, North Carolina. Who We Are We are jointly owned by Suntory and PepsiCo. Suntory is a family-owned business founded in Japan more than 125 years ago that is known globally for their beverages and... 

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.

Senior Controls Engineer Job at Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.

Join Mitsubishi Electric Power Products Inc. (MEPPI) Powering Progress and Innovation! MEPPI is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design and implementation of monitoring, communication, and system control hardware and software for the Substation Division...