We’re a downtown Chicago marketing communications firm looking for an organized and skilled journalist with a strong business writing background to join our team. You’ll be creating a wide range of print and digital content for our diverse group of B2B clients, including companies in health care, finance, consulting, law, manufacturing and other industries.
Successful candidates will have the imagination to understand how we can help companies communicate more effectively; the intelligence to be convincing; and the enthusiasm to fit into our friendly, focused group of writers, graphic designers, Web coders and support staff. We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit, which makes this position perfect for someone who can take initiative, make decisions and display leadership in every aspect of what we do.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including
medical/dental/401(k) and free membership to the building’s health club.
Job responsibilities include:
• Writing copy for various marketing materials, including newsletters, brochures, case studies, press releases, e-blasts and websites, that advances our clients’ business communications and branding goals
• Interviewing sources and performing background research for writing projects
• Editing copy written by other writers and clients
• Creating content for and managing our clients’ social media platforms, including blogs, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn accounts
• Managing clients’ publicity campaigns, pitching stories to news outlets and monitoring results
• Developing and monitoring analytics for our clients’ marketing initiatives through Google Analytics and other platforms
• Using SEO techniques, including keyword research, to develop content for clients
• Brainstorming content ideas for clients
• Collaborating with graphic designers and Web coders to complete projects
• Acting as project manager and liaison between clients and creative staff
• Managing multiple projects while adhering to deadlines
Ideal candidates will have:
• Five years of business writing experience, with experience in financial, legal, health care or technical writing preferred
• Superior interviewing and research skills
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• An understanding of SEO, social media and analytics tracking
• The ability to express and present ideas, listen well, and work in a team environment
• A stable job history
• Previous client management experience is a plus
To be considered for this position, please send your resume, cover letter and three writing samples to resumes@thesimonsgroup.com.
No phone calls, please.