The Creative Department within the Office of Communications at the University of Virginia is looking for a Senior Copywriter who is passionate about concepting big ideas, crafting language, and strengthening the narrative, tone, and voice of the institution. As a Senior Copywriter, you will be responsible for capturing the story of UVA and translating it into clear and compelling copy that aligns with University priorities. You must be a self-starter, comfortable with developing concepts and copy on a range of projects for UVA as well as various partners within the University, including the Office of Undergraduate Admission, Athletics, the President’s Office and many others. You will write everything from video scripts to ad headlines to landing pages to letters on behalf of UVA leadership. You must possess the ability to work within an established brand, while also bringing new ideas and creative thinking to projects.
Projects include:
- Developing concepts and writing scripts for national TV advertising
- Collaborating with filmmakers on narratives and scripts for various videos
- Crafting web and print campaigns
- Creating a range of web and print materials for various partners within UVA
- Writing formal communications in the voice of various university leaders
Responsibilities:
- Develop and translate original concepts into clear, compelling, on-brand copy
- Be able to think big-picture, while also paying attention to the smallest of details
- Collaborate with designers, developers, filmmakers, and photographers
- Write in a range of styles and voices that meet the needs of various clients within UVA
- Proofread print and digital copy, ensuring the highest standards are met through project development
- Clearly and thoughtfully articulate the strategic thinking and rationale behind concepts and copy
- Take ownership of projects from concept through production
To Succeed, You Must:
- Bring 7 + years of related experience or the equivalent of a strong portfolio, agency experience a plus
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of craft, style, and syntax
- Be able to develop and translate concepts into clear, compelling, in-brand copy for a variety of mediums in both digital and print
- Possess a rigorous work ethic and sharp attention to detail
- Be a self-motivated, creative problem-solver and multi-tasker
- Enjoy working closely and collaboratively with a Creative team
- Be comfortable with critiques and red-ink
University of Virginia/Office of University Communications/Creative Department
The Creative Department within the Office of University Communications at the University of Virginia works as a small creative agency within the University and consists of Art Directors, Designers, Writers, Photographers, and Filmmakers. Our work covers a variety of disciplines, including advertising, web, print, branding, environmental, editorial, social media, photography, and video concepting/creation. The Creative Department’s core mission is to strengthen UVA’s positive reputation and increase awareness of its many accomplishments. In addition to working on advertising, branding and design projects for the University as a whole, we collaborate on a wide range of projects with a variety of University partners, including the Office of Undergraduate Admission, Athletics, Licensing, and many others.
Samples of our work can be seen on University Communications website:
https://communications.virginia.edu/portfolio
This position will remain open until filled. This is an Exempt level, benefited position. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Anticipated Hiring Range: $70,000 to $80,000 / year commensurate with education and experience. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter, at [email protected].
How to Apply:
Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration, please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.
Process for External Applicants: Please apply through Workday , and search for ‘R0027042'. Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).
Process for Internal UVA Applicants: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search “Find Jobs,” and search for ‘R0027042.’ Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).
COVID Vaccination Requirement
The University of Virginia expects all current and new employees (UVA Health System and Academic), to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
If hired to work within the University Health System, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be willing to receive the vaccination. Employees may request a medical or religious exemption from vaccination.
If hired to work on the Academic side of the University, excluding the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, UPG, and the Health Systems Library, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be willing to submit to mandatory, weekly prevalence testing. Employees that are working 100% remotely will not be subject to weekly prevalence testing; however, if the employee works on UVA Grounds (including the Medical Center) even intermittently, then they are required to be tested for COVID-19 once per week on an indefinite basis and follow masking mandates.
NOTE: Some medical and safety-sensitive positions require vaccination and are not eligible for an exemption. For more information on how the vaccination and testing requirements will apply to you at your work location, see the UVA New Hire Vaccination Requirements webpage.
The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
The Creative Department within the Office of Communications at the University of Virginia is looking for a Senior Copywriter who is passionate about concepting big ideas, crafting language, and strengthening the narrative, tone, and voice of the institution. As a Senior Copywriter, you will be responsible for capturing the story of UVA and translating it into clear and compelling copy that aligns with University priorities. You must be a self-starter, comfortable with developing concepts and copy on a range of projects for UVA as well as various partners within the University, including the Office of Undergraduate Admission, Athletics, the President’s Office and many others. You will write everything from video scripts to ad headlines to landing pages to letters on behalf of UVA leadership. You must possess the ability to work within an established brand, while also bringing new ideas and creative thinking to projects.
Projects include:
- Developing concepts and writing scripts for national TV advertising
- Collaborating with filmmakers on narratives and scripts for various videos
- Crafting web and print campaigns
- Creating a range of web and print materials for various partners within UVA
- Writing formal communications in the voice of various university leaders
Responsibilities:
- Develop and translate original concepts into clear, compelling, on-brand copy
- Be able to think big-picture, while also paying attention to the smallest of details
- Collaborate with designers, developers, filmmakers, and photographers
- Write in a range of styles and voices that meet the needs of various clients within UVA
- Proofread print and digital copy, ensuring the highest standards are met through project development
- Clearly and thoughtfully articulate the strategic thinking and rationale behind concepts and copy
- Take ownership of projects from concept through production
To Succeed, You Must:
- Bring 7 + years of related experience or the equivalent of a strong portfolio, agency experience a plus
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of craft, style, and syntax
- Be able to develop and translate concepts into clear, compelling, in-brand copy for a variety of mediums in both digital and print
- Possess a rigorous work ethic and sharp attention to detail
- Be a self-motivated, creative problem-solver and multi-tasker
- Enjoy working closely and collaboratively with a Creative team
- Be comfortable with critiques and red-ink
University of Virginia/Office of University Communications/Creative Department
The Creative Department within the Office of University Communications at the University of Virginia works as a small creative agency within the University and consists of Art Directors, Designers, Writers, Photographers, and Filmmakers. Our work covers a variety of disciplines, including advertising, web, print, branding, environmental, editorial, social media, photography, and video concepting/creation. The Creative Department’s core mission is to strengthen UVA’s positive reputation and increase awareness of its many accomplishments. In addition to working on advertising, branding and design projects for the University as a whole, we collaborate on a wide range of projects with a variety of University partners, including the Office of Undergraduate Admission, Athletics, Licensing, and many others.
Samples of our work can be seen on University Communications website:
https://communications.virginia.edu/portfolio
This position will remain open until filled. This is an Exempt level, benefited position. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Anticipated Hiring Range: $70,000 to $80,000 / year commensurate with education and experience. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter, at [email protected].
How to Apply:
Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration, please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.
Process for External Applicants: Please apply through Workday , and search for ‘R0027042'. Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).
Process for Internal UVA Applicants: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search “Find Jobs,” and search for ‘R0027042.’ Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).
COVID Vaccination Requirement
The University of Virginia expects all current and new employees (UVA Health System and Academic), to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
If hired to work within the University Health System, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be willing to receive the vaccination. Employees may request a medical or religious exemption from vaccination.
If hired to work on the Academic side of the University, excluding the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, UPG, and the Health Systems Library, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be willing to submit to mandatory, weekly prevalence testing. Employees that are working 100% remotely will not be subject to weekly prevalence testing; however, if the employee works on UVA Grounds (including the Medical Center) even intermittently, then they are required to be tested for COVID-19 once per week on an indefinite basis and follow masking mandates.
NOTE: Some medical and safety-sensitive positions require vaccination and are not eligible for an exemption. For more information on how the vaccination and testing requirements will apply to you at your work location, see the UVA New Hire Vaccination Requirements webpage.
The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.