Web Content Writer/Editor — Columbus, OH

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The Web Content Writer/Editor researches and writes online content for Battelle’s internal and external communications efforts, including e-mail newsletters, external marketing web site content, internal staff communications emails, and intranets. Stays abreast of current industry standards and techniques to ensure effective content and presentation that achieves the organization’s goals. Requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications or equivalent field or experience. Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

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Reporter Staff Writer - Dayton, NJ

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Central NJ’s award-winning group of community newspapers is seeking staff writers in its Dayton offices. Job involves news and feature writing, including some municipal and school board meeting coverage. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and have 1+ years of writing experience, computer literacy and typing proficiency.

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Staff Writer — Owosso, MI

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The Argus-Press (10,000 circ. daily) is looking for a talented, energetic entry-level staff writer to join its newsroom. Beats would include features and general news. College degree in journalism or equivalent experience preferred.

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Staff Writer — Washington, DC

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The Hotline has an immediate opening for a full-time staff writer. Armed with a passion for politics, the ideal candidate would have a 4-year degree, strong editing and writing skills, and an alarm clock to cope with the 6 a.m. start time. Whether you have political experience and and want to make the leap to journalism, or a journalism background and wish to increase your focus on politics, we offer a creative, fast-paced environment where your contributions matter.

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Staff Writer — Cambridge, MA

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Will write science stories and press releases for diverse audiences and media; write and edit online information about Broad’s scientific programs, events, and staff; work directly with the scientific communications specialist to handle science-related inquiries, stories, and press releases; and represent the Broad at internal and external functions as assigned. Duties include working under the direction of the scientific communications specialist to compose a range of written materials that convey news and events; writing/editing news stories and web features describing recent scientific publications and other key institutional events; writing press releases for distribution to local and national media; identifying, writing, and preparing stories and weekly updates for the Broad’s internal web site serving roughly 1,000 employees; and providing writing and editorial assistance for maintaining up-to-date information on the Broad’s external and internal web sites.

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Staff Writer — Biloxi, MS

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This person will work under the direction of the Business Editor to report and write daily, weekend and project stories. This writer may cover general issues, may be responsible for planning and writing the stories for particular sections and/or may cover a mix of assignments and minibeats. Qualifications include: a college degree preferably in Journalism or English; at least two years of experience in the field; excellent skills in time management, organization, communication, listening, writing and editing.

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Copywriter / Proofreader — Waukesha, WI

Posted by John Hewitt on October 18, 2007 under Copywriting, Proofreading | Be the First to Comment

Write copy and concepts in the production of marketing, advertising and public relations, work with creative director and artists in development of campaigns and concepts for print, broadcast, direct mail and other forms of promotion, have copy oversight of creative product from inception through completion, research clients’ products/services/image to ensure ability to write accurate, on-target copy, review and analyze all copy produced by agency and client for spelling, grammar, sentence structure, syntax, etc., and that copy follows AP Style, agency guidelines or client preferences, ensure no copy is missing or compromised when it is flowed into layout, maintain a log of preferences for all clients and ensure consistency throughout all projects unless otherwise directed.

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Staff Writer — Manhattan, NY

Posted by John Hewitt on October 17, 2007 under Writing | Be the First to Comment

Dice.com has an immediate opening for a Staff Writer. This position is responsible for reporting and writing both hard news and feature articles on issues related to the job market and career management in the technology industry. This position reports to the managing editor.

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Education Writer — Vacaville, CA

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Come join our award winning team. The Reporter in Vacaville, 20k circulation daily, is seeking an aggressive,enterprising education beat reporter who is ready to take on issue-oriented reporting that includes local and county wide issues.

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Copy Writer — Milwaukee, WI

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Howl Fire Agency in Milwaukee is looking for an experienced writer to handle all kinds of creative projects – from brochures to Web sites, direct mailers to full campaigns. The right person will be able to work interdependently with our inspired creative team. Must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to think on your feet and deliver copy under tight deadlines. This position also requires an eagle eye for proofreading projects. The qualified candidate will be a self-starter with at least five years in an agency setting.

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Manuscript Reviewers

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Creative Byline helps authors and book editors to find their “best match” through an innovative online submissions process. We are currently seeking qualified reviewers to evaluate manuscripts for quality and publication potential. All work is done online, allowing for flexibility in both location and schedule. Required Experience: Candidates must be current or past participants in an MFA creative writing program or have trade publishing experience of at least three years. Candidates must have access to a high-speed internet connection.

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Editorial Assistant — Waltham, MA

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Subscription-based medical information resource seeks full-time entry-level editorial assistant to work in dynamic office of fast-growing company. Strong organizational skills, a sharp eye for detail, and excellent proofreading skills necessary. EA will maintain contact with authors and editors, drive progress on content quality initiatives, ferry manuscripts through the editorial process, and proofread.

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Technical Editor / Writer — Long Beach, CA

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Under supervision, develops and delivers consistent information regarding product setup, use and troubleshooting for the end-user through the most appropriate medium in English, (French, Spanish, and/or Portuguese a plus). Key customers include: End-User Customers and US, Canada, and Latin America Product Management.

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Website Copy Writer — Fountain Hills, CA

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We are a small music company that is looking for website copywriters. Part of your responsibility will be to research and write informational articles on musical instruments for the end user. In addition, you will be responsible for updating some of the information on products and completing some small web related tasks.

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Freelance Tech Writer

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Freelance writer needed to write tech stories for Turbo magazine. should be familiar with Turbo magazine style -Must have automotive knowledge, custom imports, and technical details. -be able to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

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