INSTRUCTIONS
Apply through our website at https://www.meridianprep.com/college-essay-coach
*Only complete applications submitted through the link above will be reviewed. DO NOT apply through the Indeed portal. These applications will not be reviewed.
OVERVIEW
Are you a creative writer with a knack for connecting with others and drawing out their personal stories?
The college essay coach will be responsible for reviewing and editing college essays: providing guidance to develop college-appropriate essay topics while offering feedback on essay structure, writing style, word choice, and grammar. As an essay editor, you would work primarily offline, on your own schedule, as long as you can provide feedback within a set period of 48 business hours.
We anticipate an average of 10-15 hours of work over the course of our application season. During specific deadline weeks (particularly the weeks leading up to November 1, December 1), we may have up to 30 hours of editing work.
The college essay editor may take on additional editing responsibilities, including leading small-group workshops and one-on-one student meetings. Additional writing and editing responsibilities may include social media management, research and writing on industry trends in higher education, and web content/web development projects. The schedule is flexible but will require time commitments during weekday afternoons/evenings and/or on weekends.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with counselors and students to develop student essay topics
- Review student essays, activities lists, and resumes
- Provide comment-based or direct feedback for topic-appropriateness, structure, style, word choice, and grammar.
- Respond to student and counselor email and editing requests within 48 hours
- Meet with students individually and oversee small-group workshops to manage student writing and meet internal and final submission deadlines
- Produce website, newsletter, and social media content and maintain accounts for social media marketing across multiple platforms
- Aid in creating marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, or email newsletters
- Attend virtual or in-person events like webinars and college fairs
REQUIRED SKILLS
- College degree
- High skill in creative nonfiction writing and editing
- Ability to write/edit quickly and efficiently, and working well in a deadline-oriented, fast-moving environment
- Excellent verbal communication skills, connecting with students and families with honesty and compassion
- Proficiency in Google/Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Drive
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A willingness to learn and a positive attitude
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Familiarity with college applications, including appropriate essay topics, activity descriptions, and student branding
- Awareness of application timelines, deadlines, and requirements
APPLY HERE
https://www.meridianprep.com/college-essay-coach
*We will only consider completed application submitted through the website above
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: Remote
