Digital Web Content Writer

Located in Otautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New ZealandFull-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)Continuing (permanent) positionGenerous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunitiesAu Mahi | What You Will DoDo you have a way with words and a passion for crafting compelling digital content?
As the Web Content Writer at UC, you'll play a key role in shaping the online experience for students and stakeholders by creating engaging, informative, and search-optimised content.
From writing and refreshing website copy to enhancing user engagement through strategic content updates, you'll ensure UC's digital presence is dynamic, relevant, and impactful.
Collaborating with marketing, SEO, and web teams, you'll help drive visibility, accessibility, and audience connection.Mou | Who You AreYou will have 3+ years proven experience as a web content writer, copywriter, or similar role, and hold a Bachelor's Degree with Honours (NZQA Level 8), as well as have:Strong portfolio of writing samples, including web content and landing pages.Familiarity with SEO best practices and tools (Google Analytics, SEMrush, GTM, Lucky Orange etc.
).Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS or experience with website management tools is a plus.Detail-oriented with a keen eye for grammar, spelling, and formatting.Knowledge of content management systems (CMS), familiarity with AEM extremely beneficial.An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.Mahi Ngatahi | Who You Will Work WithAs part of the Engagement portfolio, the marketing team exists to build the profile and reputation of UC as an outstanding, world class learning environment that supports the pursuit of excellence, attracts a diversity of talent and investment, and continuously reinforces the value of UC qualifications and experience.
As ambassadors for the University's marketing strategy, the team work with a range of stakeholders internally and externally, including senior university managers, academic staff, major donors, prospects and alumni.Nga Painga o UC | Why UCNga Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our akonga and staff.
They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can, and make UC a great place to work and study.We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity.
The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.The closing date for this position is: 20 April 2025 (midnight, NZ time)Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the close.Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.Please note, we do not accept applications by email; however, we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process.
Please forward these to ****** must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role.
If you hold a valid work visa and are physically present in New Zealand, then you may also be considered.Reference # 26557Posted on 07 Apr 2025Closes on 20 Apr :55Location(s) ChristchurchExpertise Communications, Information Technology, Marketing
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