Enterprise News Editor and Writer

Job Description Summary

The Enterprise News Editor and Writer will play a crucial role in managing and disseminating high-quality content for our newspaper (print and digital) that supports the academic health system's tripartite mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC005227 SYS - Communications and Marketing Officer Administration

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

This position requires an organized person with a passion for health care stories about education, research and patient care and the drive to write and disseminate compelling, informative and compassionate content. They will coordinate paper delivery across the state wherever MUSC has a presence. This person will also need to communicate with our creative services team to develop strategies to ensure the timely delivery of visual assets (photos, graphics, videos) to accompany their stories.

Key Responsibilities:
 

Content Creation for the Catalyst (25%)

• Develop and write clear, concise, and engaging content for the Catalyst with collaboration from subject matter experts, researchers and clinicians.

• Upload content to the website Content Hub.

• Ensure all written materials align with the enterprise, hospital or university’s brand voice and communication standards.

Editorial Management for the print Catalyst (35%)

• Manage and coordinate print and delivery of ~35,000 inserts into the Post & Courier with meaningful content to our audience as well as ~5,200 paper copies across the downtown campus and to other MUSC locations statewide.

• Collaborate with the content strategist, media relations, social media teams, etc. in planning strategy and placement of external stories to further expand messaging of news and feature stories in the print and digital versions of The Catalyst.

• Catalyst newspaper delivery – Coordinates campuswide delivery to mailroom and (21) drop points around Charleston Division campus; coordinates delivery to (23) Tri County MUSC Health clinics and health care facilities; and coordinates monthly delivery to (11) Regional Health Network locations.

Catalyst layout and design (15%)

• Approves the composition, appearance and arrangement of all page elements (stories, photos, graphics, display ads, filler materials and visual components) for print and digital media.

• Edit and proofread the paper for clarity, coherence, consistency and adherence to MUSC and AP style guidelines.
   

Research and Analysis (10%)

• Conduct research to support content development, including literature reviews and data analysis.

• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging topics in health care and academic research.

• Analyze the impact of content, build data dashboards and adjust strategies as needed.
   

Collaboration and Training (10%)

• Collaborate with health care professionals to gather accurate information and translate complex medical concepts into accessible language.

• Work closely with communications, marketing, and other subject matter experts to ensure cohesive messaging.

• Provide writing and editing support to other departments as needed.

• Stay informed about health care trends and best practices in medical communication.
   

Other duties as assigned (5%)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field, advanced degree preferred.

• Proven experience as a managing editor, preferably in a health care, medical or academic setting.

• Exceptional writing and proofreading skills, extensive knowledge of AP style required.

• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in using content management systems and a collaborator.

• Knowledge of health care terminology and practices is a plus.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

Application Process: Interested candidates will be asked to submit a resume, cover letter, and writing samples during the interview process.

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for profession