AEC Newsletter Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Generate succinct short-form articles as well as more in-depth feature pieces.

• Address business and management subjects pertinent to architecture and engineering firms, such as AI, talent acquisition, mergers and acquisitions, strategy, profitability, leadership, and firm growth.

• Create thought-leadership articles aimed at executives and business leaders within architecture and engineering firms.

• Write with a pronounced and unique perspective instead of merely reporting news or summarizing data.

• Challenge conventional wisdom and scrutinize the status quo when there is a significant business rationale.

• Offer clear, actionable insights for readers.

• Propose original story ideas based on emerging trends, business challenges, and opportunities in architecture and engineering.

• Research assigned subjects and pinpoint relevant questions and angles for AEC business leaders.

• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts and ask knowledgeable follow-up questions.

• Assist in evolving the publication's voice to resonate with both established executives and the upcoming generation of AEC leaders.

• Collaborate with the editorial team on topics, revisions, and the overall content strategy.

• Learn and consistently embody the publication's established brand and editorial philosophy.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven writing experience within the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, preferably with substantial exposure to architecture, engineering, or design firms.

• Strong grasp of the business aspects of managing an architecture or engineering firm.

• Capability to generate original story ideas without solely depending on assigned topics.

• Outstanding thought-leadership, editorial, and storytelling abilities.

• Proficient at crafting concise, impactful copy with a distinct point of view.

• Comfortable producing provocative and sometimes controversial content while maintaining credibility and utility.

• Strong research and interviewing skills, including the ability to ask informed follow-up questions.

• Capability to simplify technical or complex industry developments into accessible business insights for executives.

• Familiarity with current AEC issues and trends, especially the evolving role of AI in architecture and engineering.

• Experience writing for executives, CEOs, C-suite leaders, or other senior business audiences.

• Journalistic experience or training is highly desirable.

• Ability to balance editorial independence and creativity with the established voice and objectives of the publication.

• Approximately 10 hours per week / 45 hours per month initially.

🏝️ Benefits

• Long-term engagement with a reputable publication.

• Opportunity to contribute to future digital/email newsletters and specialized content.

• Potential future opportunities to create content focused on topics such as AI in architecture and engineering.

• Chance to become a long-term contributor and assist in shaping the publication's editorial evolution.