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VMD Corp · 19 hours ago

Digital and Print Content Writer

Alexandria, Virginia

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

VMD Corp, now part of Xcelerate Solutions, is dedicated to protecting American citizens and critical infrastructure. They are seeking a Digital and Print Content Writer to produce high-quality content that translates complex scientific and technical concepts into accessible language, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyService Industry

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Produce high-quality digital and print content, including articles, fact sheets, blogs, white papers, press releases, web pages, and policy summaries

Write and edit articles, white papers, fact sheets, blogs, press releases, web pages, and other publications on science topics of stakeholder interest, including those addressing significant or potentially controversial topics

Translate complex scientific and technical concepts into plain language for non-expert audiences

Draft and edit web content summarizing policies and guidance for proposers and awardees

Conduct research and fact-checking, collaborating with OLPA staff, program officials, and scientists to ensure accuracy and clarity of all written products

Ensure all products comply with the 'Plain Writing Act of 2010' and Section 508 accessibility standards

Qualification

Scientific writing experienceResearchFact-checkingProfessional writing experienceAP Style proficiencySEO principles knowledgePlain language writingEditing skillsContent strategy certificationAdobe Creative Cloud certificationDegree in journalismDegree in communicationsDegree in science-related field

Required

Minimum 5 years of professional writing and editing experience, including at least 3 years' experience writing about scientific and technological subjects

Experience writing for federal agencies, scientific funders, or research-focused organizations

Experience writing both short- and long format content, including press releases, fact sheets, blogs, reports and webpages

Experience conducting research and fact-checking using written sources and direct interviews with subject-matter experts

Ability to distill complex scientific and technical topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences

Proficiency in AP Style, plain language writing, and editing for scientific accuracy

Familiarity with federal communication requirements, including the 'Plain Writing Act of 2010' and Section 508 compliance

Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) and answer engine optimization (AEO) principles

Submit two writing samples

Bachelor's degree

Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5

Minimum Clearance to Start: Public Trust

Work Status Allowable: US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred

Experience writing for federal agencies, scientific funders, or research-focused organizations

Degree in journalism, communications or a science-related field

Desired Certification: Adobe Creative Cloud Certification, Content Strategy Certification, Digital Publishing or Editorial Design Certificate

Company

VMD Corp

About VMD VMD, now a part of Xcelerate Solutions, is a leading defense and national security company, delivering integrated solutions in enterprise security, strategic consulting, and digital transformation.

Founded in 2002

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees