Senior Writer Jobs in Maryland

A Senior Writer in the publishing industry is responsible for creating, editing, and reviewing written content. This role demands excellent writing and communication skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. They are typically involved in all stages of the content creation process, from conceptualization to final proofreading. Senior Writers often collaborate with editors, other writers, marketing teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the content aligns with the brand's voice, style, and target audience. They may also be involved in mentoring junior writers and overseeing their work.

To become a Senior Writer, one must have substantial experience in the field of writing. Prior roles might include Content Writer, Copywriter, or Editor. Although not always required, a degree in Journalism, English Literature, Creative Writing, or a related field can be beneficial. Certifications in specific writing techniques or areas can also enhance a candidate's profile. Essential skills include strong writing and proofreading skills, project management abilities, proficiency in relevant software tools, and a deep understanding of the target audience and industry trends. Furthermore, a successful Senior Writer is creative, flexible, and able to accept and incorporate feedback to continuously improve their work.

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Media Specialist (Print Reporter & Broadcast Media Specialist)

  • Odenton, MD
  • 1 hour ago
  • Odenton, MD
  • 1 hour ago

CFDay is seeking a highly skilled Media Specialist to support Department of Defense (DoD) operations. This position is on-call/intermittent and requires 100% travel when supporting missions. The...

Senior Copywriter

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 11 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 11 hours ago

About Alta Finance Group Alta Finance Group is a dynamic and innovative financial publishing company offering independent investment research and subscription-based software tools. We cover a...

Remote Work

Lead Creative Copywriter

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 2 days ago

Sedgwick Lead Creative Copywriter in Annapolis , Maryland Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick...

Proposal Writer/Coordinator

  • Aberdeen, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD
  • 2 days ago

Proposal Writer/Coordinator Job Tracking ID: 85342-364064 Job Location: Aberdeen, MD Job Level: Any Level of Education: BA/BS Job Type: Full-Time/Regular Date Updated: 03/10/2025 Years of...

Senior Editor, Yahoo Finance

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago

Yahoo Finance is the world's #1 finance destination, empowering investors with news, information, and tools to make financial decisions with confidence. Trusted by over 150M visitors globally each...

Breaking Business News Reporter, Yahoo Finance

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago

Yahoo Finance is the world's #1 finance destination, empowering investors with news, information, and tools to make financial decisions with confidence. Trusted by over 150M visitors globally each...

Anchor / Reporter [Baltimore]

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago

Anchor/Reporter (Weekends) WBFF-TV is seeking a dynamic and motivated Reporter/Fill In Anchor (Weekends) to join our team. In this role, you will create compelling daily content across both...

Senior Editor, Rapid Response Team [Cockeysville]

  • Cockysvil, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Cockysvil, MD
  • 5 days ago

Sinclair Broadcast Group has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Editor! We are searching for a passionate journalist with a keen eye for breaking news around the country. This position requires...

Healthcare White Paper Writer - Contract

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago

Healthcare White Paper Writer Job Responsibilities Develop Research-Driven White Papers: Write in-depth, well-researched white papers on assigned topics, or if asked, generate topics....

Senior Technical Editor

  • Aberdeen, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD
  • 6 days ago

Amentum is now hiring a Senior Technical Editor in support of the Field, Lab and Air Integration / Experimentation / Modeling and Risk Reduction (FLAIR) office at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD and...

Reporter - Voluntary Carbon Market

  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 7 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 7 days ago

About the Role: The OPIS Carbon Markets team collects and analyzes carbon credit trade data to produce daily price assessments and uncovers and reports on activity across the entire scope of the...

Remote Work

Writer-Editor

  • Fort Meade, MD
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD
  • 12 days ago

WRITER-EDITOR Department of Defense Defense Media Activity MEDIA PRODUCTION Summary This position is part of the Defense Media Activity. The incumbent will serve as a news editor for all DMA/DoD...

Writer-Editor

  • Fort Meade, MD
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD
  • 13 days ago

As a WRITER-EDITOR at the GS-1082-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Editing content for Defense.gov, including articles, social media posts, photo captions and written words...

Senior Editor, Rapid Response Team

  • Hunt Valley, MD
  • 19 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD
  • 19 days ago

Sinclair Broadcast Group has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Editor! We are searching for a passionate journalist with a keen eye for breaking news around the country. This position requires...

News Anchor/Reporter

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 25 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 25 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest...

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Salary for Senior Writer Jobs in Maryland

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Highest Education Level

Senior Writers in Maryland offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
23.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%


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