What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Writer and Editor position at Stukent?
Description
Stukent is looking for a Senior Writer and Editor to create and refine high-quality educational content for university and high school instructors and students. In this role, you’ll bring a critical eye to structure, clarity, and instructional design, ensuring our materials are both engaging and educationally effective.
You’ll collaborate across teams to develop simulations, courseware, and marketing content, while also mentoring junior writers and leading complex content projects.
Typical Job Duties
At Stukent, our mission is simple but powerful: Help educators help students help the world. We are a fast-growing Edtech company poised to transform the classroom. We build first-in-the-world Simternships™ and cutting-edge digital courseware that give students the real-world skills they need to launch their careers. We're a partner to thousands of educators worldwide in both higher education and high school. If you're passionate about making a tangible impact on education, you’ve found the right place.
Compensation and Benefits: Stukent is committed to providing competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being of our team members.
Benefits
Stukent, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team is critical to our success and mission, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Stukent is looking for a Senior Writer and Editor to create and refine high-quality educational content for university and high school instructors and students. In this role, you’ll bring a critical eye to structure, clarity, and instructional design, ensuring our materials are both engaging and educationally effective.
You’ll collaborate across teams to develop simulations, courseware, and marketing content, while also mentoring junior writers and leading complex content projects.
Typical Job Duties
- Collaborate with authors, subject matter experts, and the internal production team to develop engaging, instructionally sound simulations aligned with defined learning objectives
- Create educational resources for use in classrooms, simulations, textbooks, video case studies, and as lead-generating tools
- Partner with project marketing managers to develop compelling content and corporate communications
- Collaborate with graphic designers to create meaningful images that support student learning
- Mentor and develop junior writers, providing guidance on content development and instructional best practices
- Continuously improve content based on feedback, performance data, and evolving educational practices
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Communication, or Journalism or related field preferred
- Minimum of five years of professional writing experience, preferably in informational or educational content (experience with math and accounting is a plus, but not required)
- Strong portfolio of published work demonstrating writing and editing expertise
- Proficiency in AP style and strong command of grammar, structure, and tone
- Experience using AI tools to generate and refine content drafts
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail with an eye for organization, design, and consistency
- Demonstrated expertise in both macro (developmental) and micro (copyediting) editing practices
- Experience mentoring, coaching, or training junior writers
- Knowledge of educational best practices and instructional design principles
- Teaching or journalism experience is a plus
At Stukent, our mission is simple but powerful: Help educators help students help the world. We are a fast-growing Edtech company poised to transform the classroom. We build first-in-the-world Simternships™ and cutting-edge digital courseware that give students the real-world skills they need to launch their careers. We're a partner to thousands of educators worldwide in both higher education and high school. If you're passionate about making a tangible impact on education, you’ve found the right place.
Compensation and Benefits: Stukent is committed to providing competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being of our team members.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays
- A strong commitment to professional development and career growth opportunities
- A positive, collaborative, and mission-driven team culture
Stukent, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team is critical to our success and mission, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.