Senior Writer

BrassringJobId: 37165BR - ArbitaJobId: ARBEBAY7034-730680

Job Location

San Jose, California - CA

Job Description


  •  Serve as editor in chief of corporate website, ebayinc.com; write, edit and publish compelling original content that helps visitors better understand our business and culture.
  • Serve as a corporate reporter for key business events and programs (turning the coverage into stories for ebayinc.com)
  • Manage the relationships with corporate website authors and subject matter experts.
  • As part of the Digital Publishing team, drive a single editorial process for both internal and external channels, including the corporate website and intranet; collaborate closely with editorial team and business units on a consolidated editorial calendar and publishing schedule.
  • Edit and proofread, as needed, other corporate communications materials such as press releases, speeches, presentations and messaging documents.
  • Provides editorial support to business unit communications teams, as needed.
  • Develop and maintain a corporate editorial style guide and drive a strong point of view with regards to style, voice and tone.
  • Contribute, as needed, to developing executive communications, including speeches and presentations.
  • Work with IT and vendors to manage operation of the corporate website.

Job Qualifications

 

  • Exceptional writer and editor who can match his or her writing style to specific projects, ranging from web content to press releases to executive speeches
  • Fast writer who has a knack for snappy headlines and blurbs (and great intuition about what would make for compelling copy)
  • Familiarity with content management and online publishing systems and processes
  • Proven verbal communication skills, including communicating with others, listening effectively, interviewing and gathering information from sources at all levels in the organization, and working with varying levels of staff
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience working under pressure and managing multiple projects at once
  • Highly flexible and adaptable, with a strong attention to detail

Job Salary

Salary commensurate with experience