Copywritter

**Copywriter**

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
The role involves developing compelling and original content for both internal and external audiences, including faculty, students, alumni, the business community, and the broader public. The copywriter supports a wide array of communication needs, from feature stories for UM Today and media releases to speechwriting and marketing materials for digital and print platforms. Their work is critical in advancing the School’s priorities, including its AACSB accreditation efforts, by delivering clear, consistent, and strategic messaging that reflects the School’s values and enhances its public image.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- A University degree in communications, literature, and/or creative communications required
- Minimum two years' experience writing, proofreading, editing, marketing and communications, journalism or as a writing instructor is required
- Proven experience as a copywriter is required
- Experience conducting interviews for the purpose of developing written content required.
- Speech writing experience is considered an asset
- Knowledge of University regulations and experience in an Academic environment preferred, or experience in a not-for-profit work environment is considered an asset
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and patience to work in harmony with all levels of faculty, staff, students and the public is required
- A creative and innovative approach to communications is required
- Proven ability to independently prioritize work and meet deadlines, organizational and time management skills required
- Proven and strong attention to detail is essential
- Professional communication skills, written and verbal, are essential
- An ability to understand and develop a consistent brand narrative while considering communications nuances between audiences required
- Ability to make sound independent judgments and utilize problem-solving abilities required
- Ability to learn and retain detailed information quickly required
- Ability to organize and manage projects and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other communication professionals is required
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision required
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date**:May 15th, 2025

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

Pay: $52,470.60-$73,946.60 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-02