Responsibilities

• Brainstorms and develops creative concepts with clients and colleagues incorporating a deep understanding of the business and industry. Gathers comments and feedback from editors, editorial and content managers, subject matter experts, and other relevant parties. Provides insightful feedback to content submitters.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of assigned industry and of Vanguard products, processes, and/or services. Researches new topics as necessary.
• Demonstrates initiative and creativity in identifying and meeting client needs.
• Serves as mentor to less experienced writers by providing specific feedback on their copy, story ideas, new media formatting, and interviewing skills.
• Contributes and oversees content creation from the planning or draft stage to completion. Assists with evaluating and fine-tuning project scope, content strategy, requirements, and deadlines.
• Responds to edits and changes from subject matter experts with flexibility, while maintaining quality and accuracy. Teaches and sets Vanguard writing style and standards.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum five years related work experience.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred

• The role calls for experience in video scriptwriting, along with a blend of strategic thinking and strong writing skills, with opportunities to influence content from initial concept through final execution.