Editor

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is seeking an Editor. This position serves as a contributing editor and writer in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Office of Media Services. Responsibilities include writing articles and press releases, handling media requests for information, interviewing faculty, staff, student, alumni, and donors, writing and editing web content, disseminating information to college units about marketing strategies, serving on university-wide committees, assisting with developing annual plans for long-term public relations goals, and assisting with special public events. Requires excellent interpersonal verbal, written, and collaboration skills, excellent writing and editing skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks and work well with a team. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Writes and edits for all CLAS publications. Independently identifies story ideas through regular contact with college units and campus media professionals. Suggests story ideas to the media. Writes and edits press releases about research and events in the college and presents them to the media. Writes and edits web content which is processed through Media Services. Writes, edits and posts content on social media. Assists in writing, editing, production, and proofreading of all CLAS publications. Collaborates with Media Services for graphic design and layout. Writes scripts as requested.

Coordinates dissemination of information to college units through newsletters, fact sheets, and other printed and electronic platforms. Assists with creating long-term goals and strategies.

Manages projects using a provided software system. Updates, modifies, creates, and closes out tasks assigned to writers on the Media Services team. Collaborates with Media Services, CLAS IT, and Strategic Engagement to ensure college deadlines are met.

Coordinates interviews with faculty, staff, students, and alumni to write feature articles and press releases. Cultivates a strong relationship with colleagues at UF and outside UF. Keeps abreast of trends in educational publications and changes in design, etc. May assist with photography and videography. May assist in preparing CLAS faculty for TV and radio broadcasts.

Other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

As the largest college on campus, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is charged with teaching the university’s core curriculum. We are home to the humanities, the social and behavioral sciences, and the physical, natural, and mathematical sciences.

Nearly every UF undergraduate takes at least one class in our college. However, educating tomorrow’s leaders is not the only task occupying our over 800 faculty.

UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6^th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings) and 1^st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs, including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Benefits:

The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans and several Dental plans to fit your and your family’s needs and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.

Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts, and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.

UF provides various leave programs, including vacation, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.

UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various business and retailers!