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The Recruitment Content Writer will focus on creating written content that highlights the student experience, academic programs, and community at Schulich, with the goal of engaging prospective students. This role is highly writing-focused and ideal for a someone with a background in journalism, creative writing, or a related field who enjoys interviewing people, shaping narratives, and adapting content for multiple platforms. The writer will work closely with the Recruitment team to develop articles, student testimonials, and copy for recruitment materials. A background or strong interest in music is considered an asset.
Key Responsibilities:
Interview, and write student stories, testimonials, and short features for recruitment use
Adapt long-form content into shorter copy for multiple platforms
Produce clear, engaging written content for:
Recruitment outreach material
Website and landing pages
Digital ads
Video scripts
Hiring Unit:
Recruitment Office at the Schulich School of Music
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Demonstrated experience or formal training in writing, journalism, creative writing, communications, English, or a related field.
Demonstrated strength in writing, editing, and storytelling
Comfortable conducting interviews and working directly with students, faculty, and staff
Ability to write for different formats and audiences (articles, testimonials, marketing copy)
Ability to work independently while taking direction and incorporating feedback
Interest in recruitment, marketing, or institutional storytelling
Background, studies, or strong interest in music is an asset
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
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This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].
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About McGill University
The mission of the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences of McGill University is to advance transformative education, science-based intervention and lifelong learning grounded in high calibre research and exceptional clinical training. Our programs foster access to integrated care, community service and engagement. We bridge fundamental, applied and translational research to dental practice using creative knowledge transfer. Through strong community partnerships as well as national and international collaboration, our faculty promotes sustainable growth, connectivity and innovation.
The Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences envisions a world rooted in conscientious caring for life, and a healthy and supportive environment for all. We strive for distinction in research, innovation and education for oral health and well-being.
What you'll do
- The Recruitment Content Writer will create written content that highlights the student experience and academic programs. This includes interviewing students and writing testimonials and articles for recruitment materials.
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