Senior Staff Writer, SAS Advancement

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Senior Staff Writer, SAS Advancement

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Job Description Summary

The Senior Staff Writer is a critical member of the School of Arts and Sciences communications team, working closely with the Vice Dean and Chief of Staff of the School’s Office of the Dean, and reporting to the Director of Advancement Communications in the School’s Office of Advancement. The Senior Staff Writer supports the broader communication needs of the Office of the Dean across a variety of contexts including reports, presentations, and internal School messages. The Senior Staff Writer also collaborates within the SASOA editorial team to contribute stories highlighting faculty accomplishment for the School website and campus publications, and providing quality control of materials produced within SASOA communications, screening for errors and consistent application of house style. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to adapt to varied writing formats and will have a portfolio that demonstrates sensitivity to the differences in tone and style required by different contexts. The Senior Staff Writer must develop a strong understanding of the School’s goals, priorities, and key messages and have the ability to work efficiently and tactfully with faculty, staff, and administrators across the University.

Job Description

Penn’s School of Arts and Sciences' Office of Advancement is committed to the advancement, promotion and support of the strategic agenda of the School through fundraising and public relations efforts. 

The Advancement office strives to enhance the quality, reputation and financial strength of the School by securing critical resources to support existing and new initiatives and by building a full appreciation of SAS faculty, students, and initiatives through a broad range of media and programs. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead Writer for SAS Office of the Dean: 

• Draft reports and other documents for