Casual Staff Writer/Content Creator

Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY · On-site$35 – $85

About this role

Position Summary:
  • Project-based communications support
  • Responsible for drafting materials, op-eds, articles, and speeches for the Office of the President

Reports to: Deputy Chief of Staff/Chief of Staff

Position Responsibilities: 
  • Draft speeches, op-eds, articles, scholarly Jewish articles, business communications, donor communications, and other written materials for the Office of the President
  • Manage writing projects from start to finish, including establishing timelines, incorporating edits, proofreading final materials, and preparing them for submission
  • Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the writing process, respond to feedback, and incorporate revisions in a timely manner.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and proactively communicating project status to ensure work remains on track
  • Produce high-quality written materials tailored to a variety of audiences, including internal, external, academic, business, donor, and published communications
Experience & Education Background:
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
  • 5 to 7 years of professional experience in writing, communications, or a related field
  • Experience writing speeches, articles, business communications, donor communications, and other materials for a variety of audiences
Skills & Competencies:
  • Superior writing, editing, and proofreading experience
  • Experience working on tight deadlines and presenting quality drafts
  • Experience writing for different audiences (internal, external, published articles)
  • Demonstrated ability to assimilate complex information, understand multifaceted concepts, and translate these into compelling prose
Salary Range: $35 - $85 per hour
About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

Company at a glance

YU Innovation Lab fuels a borderless NYC-based ecosystem via a unique model - business accelerator within the academy.

We are shaping the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders with educational programming and industry-specific resources supported by seasoned consultants as academics. Our innovative spirit is infused with Jewish values fostering a culture relentlessly focused on transforming human insight into business value.

We officially launched in May 2019. Since then, we have worked with over 25 international startups, involving more than 200 Yeshiva University students, 12 academic courses and established strategic partnerships with several leading Israeli organizations.
We work with Israeli startups seeking to locate in New York City with business, supporting them with logistical and human resources, marketing assistance, contracting with local vendors for local outreach efforts, and access to investors. The Lab accelerates growth and amplifies our impact on across the New York City economic, social and cultural domains.

Check out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQf8BS1wbJSCcKugYFwlMBQ/featured

Founded2018
Team Size2-10 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryBusiness Consulting and Services
Location
New York, New York, United States

Top Benefits

  • Employee Benefits
  • Professional Growth
  • Work-life Balance

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