Open Committee Position: Writer/Editor

SLIG has an open position on the committee for a Writer/Editor. 

Responsibilities

• Creates written articles, blogs, and other communications:
• Writes blog posts highlighting courses, faculty, and special events
• Writes blog posts about travel and trip preparation 
• Writes additional marketing blogs as needed
• Writes and/or assembles SLIG contributions to Crossroads Magazine
• Creates copy for course flyers 
• Creates lead-in copy for social media posts
• Ensures branding and consistency:
• Uses images created by SLIG appropriately
• Reviews materials for branding consistency
• Proofs materials as needed:
• Proofs blog posts written by other committee
• Proofs webpages 
• Proofs syllabus front matter, student communications
• Other Responsibilities:
• Ensures accuracy of communication
• Attends monthly committee meetings
• Attends ad hoc marketing meetings
• In collaboration with others, captures the SLIG experience

Time and Benefits

• This position is a year-round appointment by the Director, and serves all SLIG programs – SLIG Virtual (fall), SLIG, and the SLIG Academy for Professionals. 
• Time spent per month will vary, with peak periods running April-May, October-November, and February.
• Benefits include a pre-reserved seat and waived tuition for a course of choice in SLIG Virtual, SLIG, and SLIG Academy for Professionals. 

Requirements

• Must have excellent communication skills, with demonstrated writing and editorial experience. Samples of recent work may be requested. 
• Must have an intermediate level of research experience or above.
• Must have previously attended SLIG (January program, in person).

To Submit your Name for Consideration

• Please complete this form: https://airtable.com/shrphfXUcd5XaNjuj

Questions may be submitted to director@slig.ugagenealogy.org