Posted by John Hewitt on July 25, 2007 under Writing | 
The Communications Department at Tom’s of Maine has an exciting opportunity for a writer to join their team. The candidate we seek for this role will actively seek out stories and write copy for all product, sales, website, and collateral materials based on the shared values identified by our Natural Care consumer research. He or she will also manage the content and production of the quarterly internal newsletter, the Natural Chatter, and help facilitate and develop any other internal communications projects with the Communications Director.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Writing |
Writer/Researchers main duties include abstracting news and profiling health care companies for our Internet database, The MAX, at www.uslifeline.com. Our customer base consists of medical and pharmaceutical sales and distribution representatives. Writers may also be asked to do interview-based or research-based features for our national trade glossies Repertoire and The Journal of Healthcare Contracting.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Writing |
We are currently seeking a multimedia writer for our ground-breaking educational software program. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills, analytical abilities, and familiarity with second-language acquisition and multiple creative genres. This position involves script writing in a team setting. The writer needs to be able to contribute in a fast-paced environment and interface with a number of diverse teams - from pedagogy experts to photographers and software developers - and create scripts in a platform which is currently in beta development. All writing is collaborative, and the candidate needs to be a strong team player who is comfortable solving problems and advocating solutions.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Writing |
Generate and develop ideas, leads and sources for stories. Develop knowledge of and sources in beat region; also track largest deals in region for monthly deal page. Develop, report and write stories for twice monthly newsmagazine (including regular coverage of beat areas plus additional stories as assigned) and news stories for daily website on assigned days. Travel to and attend our conferences to develop identity with industry and identify story leads. Visit industry players important to beat area. Help develop conference ideas and identify speakers as needed; write conference brochure copy as needed.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Writing |
Create appropriate communications materials (e.g., speeches,brochures, reports, news releases, web sites and other on-line information, video and photography) for all audiences. Manage senior management communications to employees through publications, events, speeches, videos and other communications channels in order to motivate and focus employees on achieving company goals.
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Posted by John Hewitt on July 24, 2007 under Editing |
Responsibilities will include acquiring new titles and revisions: professional / reference titles and textbooks in Mechanical Engineering; strategic list planning and list building, attending relevant conferences worldwide, and may include line management responsibilities - depending on experience and location.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Editing, Entry / Assistant |
Prepares project materials (e.g., manuscript, art, templates, spreadsheets, etc.) for review and approval of Project Manager. Pre-flights packages from outside services to check for completeness. Completes paperwork and forms (e.g., manuscript submission forms, design survey, launch form, etc.) when appropriate. Creates status reports and logs as needed. Attends meetings and provides administrative support as needed. Performs proofreading and copyediting. Performs QA processes for print and online text/materials. Collates and proofchecks revisions, corrections, and new material. Checks typeset pages for make up and art placement against specifications or sample pages; checks written type specifications for accuracy and completeness; checks art; creates pagination memos.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Blogging, Writing |
We need a blogger to write a blog about retro and/or western fashion in particular shirts. ie. reviews, “as seen on the steet”. We are wide open for suggestions. The blogger must have at least 6 months experience and be passionate about fashion. Bloggers will be required to make between 6-8 smaller posts (150 - 200) words) per month and 1-2 longer posts (300-500 words) per month. Compensation will be $15 per smaller post and $25 longer post.
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Posted by John Hewitt on July 23, 2007 under Writing |
Research, write, and edit communication materials for identified target audiences,including newsletters, brochures and press releases. Work with Communications Manager in developing strategic plan for internal and external communications. Design web versions of provider and member newsletters. Work with graphic counterpart in development of print materials, and coordinate production and distribution of member and provider newsletters. Requires a degree in liberal arts, journalism or related field and 4-5 years writing experience and knowledge of desktop publishing, web site design, photography.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Sports, Writing |
The Daily Star is accepting applications for a full-time sports writer. Experience in writing, reporting and layout mandatory. Experience in photography and Adobe InDesign a plus. Duties include but are not limited to covering local sports events, editing local and national copy and designing sports pages on a nightly basis. The Daily Star covers the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, the Single-A Oneonta Tigers, the AMA Motocross Championships, 30 high schools, four colleges and a plethora of other local events.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Job |
The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association based in Albany, is seeking a Media Writer. The Successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Media Services Department with the implementation and coordination of all aspects of the Association’s internal and external communications programs. The successful candidate will possess strong writing skills, which will be needed to prepare press releases, stories for the State Bar News, newsletter, talking points and other material for media services publications. The successful candidate will be required to post content on the Association’s website and will be required to perform other web-related duties.
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Posted by John Hewitt on July 22, 2007 under Copywriting, Freelance |
Works with Marketing Communications Director and graphic design department to review creative strategies, develop concepts and provide creative lead on proposed projects. Reviews copy with Marketing Communications Director and brand owners to ensure adherence to strategic focus and tone, obtain information on product or service and discuss style and length of advertising copy. Negotiates changes, corrects and revises copy until approved, attends meetings, verify facts, and clarify information with respective brand owners.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Editing, Proofreading |
Proofreading and editing of promotional materials. Reference checking, working with Editors to achieve objectives and goals. BS Degree with editing and proofreading skills/experience. Someone who has worked in an editorial department would be perfect for this position. MS Office focusing on MS Word. Work in the marketing department of a major Pharmaceutical. Two to four years experience. Should have Pharma or CRO
background.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Proofreading |
Candidates must have a minimum of two years of K—6 textbook (and related ancillary materials) proofreading experience with good command of English language usage (grammar, spelling, punctuation); familiarity with graphic design standards and typography specifications; knowledge of standard proofreaders marks; exceptional attention to detail; and high regard for quality are essential. Must be proficient in Adobe Acrobat; InCopy.
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Posted by John Hewitt on under Proofreading |
This person has a minimum of seven years of experience as a proofreader (experience in the financial realm is a plus) and some experience in an administrative capacity. He or she has sharp analytical skills, the ability to multitask and meet deadlines, an exceptionally keen eye, strong computer skills (including proficiency in Word and some familiarity with Excel), and a comfort level with numbers. This person is also flexible and willing to work long days on occasion.
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