Senior Writer Editor/Writing Coach
BETAH Associates is seeking an organized, thorough, and proactive Senior Writer Editor/Writing Coach to support the development of a variety of data-driven analytical reports, products, and material for our federal client. BETAH supports our federal client’s ability to develop, organize, revise, and optimize writing products. The Senior Writer Editor/Writing Coach will support authors of written products in developing a clear and compelling premise or storyline, determining a tone, style, and voice based on the intended audience and their experience and expertise, and producing a coherent, compelling narratives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Review previous written materials and recreate select products in accordance with best practices for writing and communication
• Assist authors in organizing written projects
• Work through the stages of a writing project with authors, for example:
• Preliminary research
• Outlines
• Drafting
• Revising outlines and drafts as necessary
• Developmental or substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading
• Support authors of written products in developing a clear and compelling premise or plot, determining a tone, style, and voice based on the intended audience and their experience and expertise, and producing a coherent, captivating narrative
• Provide authors an objective perspective and consistent feedback on their written products
• Provide individual or group training related to writing as needed
• Provide guidance and expertise to authors in adhering to publication policies and standards
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s Degree, preferably in a science or mathematics-based discipline
• 7+ years of scientific and or technical publication development, writing, and professional editing experience
• Strong written communications skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of current industry trends ineffective communications design and development
• Proficiency in using technology in the delivery of coaching and/or education
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively, as a team
· Possess a positive attitude and willingness to be flexible in dynamic environments
· Ability to work with senior/Ph.D. level professionals with appropriate deference
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience working in a technology-driven enterprise
· Previous demonstrated success and experience in writing coaching, teaching, or tutoring – including publications development
· Ph.D. level scholarly research experience in math, science, or other STEM disciplines
· Understanding of data analytics and visualization
· Experience working with data and survey
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