Senior Editor / Writer

Duties/**Organize and manage content flow for multiple publications, coordinating work of contributing editors, writers, columnists Produce a variety of content, including news and feature writing, photography, and other communications, for publication and other organizational use Provide quality control of publications and products through editing and proofreading Provide coverage of events, including meetings and other media opportunitiesProvide communications support for departmental and organizational tasks as requiredRepresent the organization at various events and functionsDevelop and maintain contacts with affiliated organizationsDevelop and maintain media contactsProvide editorial guidance to writers, columnistsCoordinate training events for communicatorsWrite/edit stories, articles, press releases, business briefs, and other communications as neededManage publication content flow, including the work of columnists, contributing editors/writersDevelop stories/content for publication, conduct interviews, take photographsTake an active part in the production process, communications planning, training events, and other organizational functions as neededTravel to cover events and represent the organizationKnowledge SetsThorough knowledge of news and feature writing and editing, including intimate knowledge of the Associated Press style, requiredThorough knowledge of multiple media platforms, including print, digital, photographic, video, and social media, requiredThorough knowledge of press and media relations, interview techniques, internal and external communications requiredBasic knowledge of publication layout and design, website management, print and digital advertising, and publication production and printing requiredKnowledge of electric utility industry/energy policy/government operations a plusKnowledge of cooperative business model/trade associations a plusRequired Skills/Excellent organizational skillsExcellent writing and editing skillsExcellent oral communication skillsExcellent photography/videography skillsAbility to understand complex issues and effectively communicate them to othersAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environmentAbility to work with multiple technology platformsAbility to coordinate work of numerous staff members, outside content providersAbility to manage multiple assignments under time constraints in fast-paced work environmentExperience/***More than 10 years in writing/editing/communications/public relations field; trade association, energy industry, or cooperative experience desirableBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English or related field

Created: 2025-05-04