Job Description

Job Title: Special Sections Writer

Location: New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Lafayette

Department: Advertising/Branded Content

The Advocate is hiring a Special Sections Writer to join our branded content team. This person will be responsible for producing high-quality written content for a wide range of special sections, including education guides, travel guides, commemorative editions, lifestyle features and client-driven publications.

The ideal candidate is an adaptable, versatile storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can balance multiple projects at once and brings a client-first mindset to every assignment.

The person in this role will work on sections throughout Louisiana but may be based in New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Lafayette.

Key Responsibilities

• Write clear, engaging and accurate content for special sections across print and digital platforms
• Adapt writing style and tone for a variety of audiences and topics, ranging from healthcare and education to business and community features
• Collaborate closely with editors, designers and sales teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality publications on deadline
• Conduct interviews with clients and subject matter experts to produce compelling stories that align with editorial and client objectives
• Manage multiple assignments at once, meeting deadlines while upholding the publication’s quality and accuracy standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or a related field
• 3-5 years of writing experience, preferably in journalism, branded content, marketing or publishing
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work effectively with internal teams and external clients
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with AP Style and content management systems is a plus

The Advocate is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting a diverse workforce while providing unique opportunities and career paths for our employees. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experience levels to apply.  

Salary:  Commensurate with experience

Benefits:  Medical, dental, vision, Life, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paternity Leave, PTO and 401k Retirement Savings company match