Center for Speaking and Writing Consultant
About this role
Have a passion for public speaking or writing? The Lipscomb University Center for Speaking and Writing (CSW) looks to hire peer writing and speaking consultants.
The goal of the new speaking center (as part of the CSW) is to assist students, faculty, and staff at Lipscomb university with public speeches and presentations at all levels. Speaking consultants will offer feedback to assist with strengthening the client’s delivery, message, and overall confidence through advice and encouragement given throughout the session. Must be a current Lipscomb University student, and may be federal work study eligible.
Consultants will be expected to assist with:
● Topic selection
● Audience analysis / adaptation
● Content development
● Preparation outlines, delivery outlines and speaking notes
● Persuasive Presentations
● Informative Presentations
● Group Presentations
● Visual delivery (eye contact, posture, gestures, use of notes),
● Audio delivery (volume, enunciation, pace, inflection),
● Audio-visual aids
● Managing speaking anxiety
Ideal candidates will:
● Have passed the POWERS sequence, EN1223 or CO 1223 with a ‘B’ or better
● Have strong communication skills
● Enjoy working with others
● Maintain professionalism with peers
After successful training, staff members will work in the center 3-10 hours per week performing the following tasks:
● Tutoring university students one-on-one
● Teaching workshops (including class visits)
● Attending mandatory staff meetings. Students will also be required to attend staff development before each semester begins.
Company at a glance
At Lipscomb University College of Leadership & Public Service, we are a bold and engaged academic community shaping the next generation of purpose-driven leaders. Located in Green Hills and Downtown Nashville, we equip students to lead in critical areas including public service, sustainability, conflict management, law and justice, organizational leadership, and public administration (MPA).
Our programs blend academic excellence with real-world experience, preparing students to lead with integrity and innovation in government, nonprofit, legal, and corporate sectors. Whether you're advancing your career or launching a new one, this is where Tennessee turns for leadership.
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