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Sci americorps fellow.

SCI AmeriCorps Fellows gain professional nonprofit experience as well as: leadership training program through SCI, access to college / graduate credit through an exclusive partnership with Merrimack College, and earn federal dollars towards higher education.SCI AmeriCorps is seeking candidates to fill positions for a 1700-hour service term (approximately 40 hours/week) from September 2024 through June 2025. Fellow Stipend Benefit Options (A or B) A. Receive a Taxable Stipend of $2,500 / month, paid bi-weekly (max stipend value = $25,000 per year). B.

The University of Winnipeg

Carol shields writer-in-residence winter 2025.

Carol Shields Writer-In-Residence at The University of Winnipeg: Call for Applications

Independent Publishers Group

Data associate.

Independent Publishers Group seeks an exceptionally detail oriented and analytical Data Associate to join its Data team. This is an entry-level, full-time position that supports all aspects of the Data department.

Poets & Writers Magazine

Senior editor.

Poets & Writers Magazine is an award-winning bimonthly magazine for the creative writing community. The leading journal of its kind, it enjoys a readership of 100,000 and a robust online presence. It is published by Poets & Writers, a nonprofit organization formed in 1970 to help creative writers and the literary community nationwide.

Volunteer Engagement Program Assistant

About the Opportunity

826 Boston seeks a creative team member with strong organizational skills to serve as the Volunteer Engagement Program Assistant. We are seeking a candidate with a strong command of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles and approaches, who can build on the current strengths of the Volunteer Management Team, including robust training and support that center DEI, collaborative partnerships with universities, and a culture of learning and appreciation.

Communications Director

826 Boston seeks a talented and collaborative storyteller to join the Development and Communications team at 826 Boston. Far from a traditional communications role, the communications director will oversee the storied 826 Boston brand as it is used to share student writing, raise funds for transformative programs, and engage with potential partners in unexpected ways. The Communications Director reports to the Senior Director of Development and oversees two direct reports: the Publishing Manager and the Communications and Development Coordinator. 

National Accounts Manager–Amazon

Europa content.

Europa Content is seeking a creative and editorial agent to join our boutique literary management and production company.

Literary Arts

Managing director.

Location: Portland, OR (In-Person) 

Position Category: Full time, Regular 

Employee Type: Salaried, Exempt 

Reports to: Executive Director  

Salary: $120,000/year plus comprehensive benefits 

Verso Books

Sales and marketing manager.

Title: Sales and Marketing Manager

Location: New York Area

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Verso Books is the largest radical publisher in the English speaking world.

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Penzler Publishers

Publishing intern.

Penzler Publishers is an independent press specializing in mysteries, thrillers, suspense, and true crime, located within the offices of the Mysterious Bookshop. We are seeking a summer intern to support our small publishing team with a variety of tasks related to publicity, social media, production, editorial, and admin. This position is ideal for anyone looking to break into the publishing industry and eager to gain a broad range of experiences across different aspects of book publishing.

InsideOut Literary Arts

Communications & development associate.

Position: Communications & Development Associate

Direct Manager: Operations & Communications Manager

Status & Location: Full-time, 35 hours/week

Hybrid role (in our Detroit office approx. 2 days per week)

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Diversion Publishing

Royalties assistant.

Do you like working with numbers and tracking data but want to learn more about the book publishing industry? Are you a motivated self-starter who thinks no job is too small? Well, keep reading because Diversion Publishing is seeking a Royalties/Bookkeeping Assistant to join our growing book publishing team. This unique role combines the responsibilities of a Royalties Assistant along with basic bookkeeping responsibilities. Our ideal candidate should be an excellent communicator who is extremely organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Words Without Borders

Executive director.

The Organization

Words Without Borders (wordswithoutborders.org) is the premier destination for a global literary conversation. Founded in 2003, our mission is to cultivate global awareness by expanding access to international writing and creating a bridge between readers, writers, and translators. 

Chief Executive

The Chief Executive serves as the visionary leader and chief advocate for Kundiman. This role demands a passionate individual with a deep appreciation for the power of literature and the unique narratives of the Asian American Pacific Islander community. The Chief Executive will spearhead strategic planning, fundraising, community engagement, technical advancement and program development to ensure the organization's growth and its impact.

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New Leaf Literary & Media Inc.

Project manager.

Job Description: This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer. This position requires excellent planning and leadership skills across departments as well as exceptional communication, organization, problem solving and prioritization skills with a team-player mentality.  General duties include, but aren’t limited to:

Provide project management support to the CEO, COO, VP, and Merchandise Team on various initiatives and projects 

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20 Creative Writing Jobs for Graduates (+ Entry-Level Positions)

Being passionate about creative writing hasn’t always been associated with a stable career path, but that’s not to say that there aren’t any opportunities out there to bring well-written stories into your job. In fact, we’re here to talk about 20 different creative writing jobs — 20 professions that let the storyteller in you shine! We’ll discuss the industries, entry level jobs, and potential income for each job below. 

When it comes to creative writing, the first thing that pops up in our mind is books! While writing is the obvious option (and we’ll cover that later on in the post), most writers choose to work in one of the following positions in the publishing industry to gain financial stability first. 

❗ Note: The “per book” rates below are made with 50,000-60,000 word manuscripts in mind. 

1. Ghostwriter 

👨🏽‍💼 Entry level positions: freelance writer, ghostwriter, editorial assistant 

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $2,000-$9,000 per book or $0.10-$0.15 per word

If you’re all about creative writing but you’d prefer an upfront payment for your words, then ghostwriting is the job for you! Here’s how it works: an author hires you to help them write their story. It could (and usually is) a memoir or an autobiography which the author doesn't have the time or skills to write themselves. Fiction authors also sometimes use ghostwriters to help them write sequels and satisfy popular demands. 

Ghostwriters are freelancers, so you can start by getting some freelance writing gigs. As a beginner, you might start with short-form projects like articles, white papers, website content. Here are some resources, complete with tips from experienced professionals, that might be helpful:

• How to Become a Ghostwriter in 6 Essential Steps (+ Tips from Professionals) 
• How to Start Freelance Writing: 5 Steps to a Soaring Career
• How Much Do Ghostwriters Make: The Ultimate Breakdown

👩🏻‍💼 Entry level positions: editorial assistant

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $25,000-$30,000 per year or $800-$1,000 per book

Writing is actually not all there is to creative writing jobs — if you really love stories and are always finding ways to make a story better, then editing is a suitable profession for you. There are many types of editors: some (like development editors) work more on the plot and theme of the book, and others (like copy editors ) specialize on its language and style. 

Editorial assistant jobs are the common first steps to this career path. Entry-level positions are quite competitive in publishing, so you’ll likely need a relevant degree (English Literature, MFA, etc.) to get the job. 

Freelancing, as always, is an option, but it can be quite difficult to get clients if you start without any editing experience. Oftentimes, editors start working in-house and later transition to freelance . 

Below are some more resources for you if you want to pursue this career path:

• How to Become an Editor: A Guide for Beginners
• Copyediting Certificates: Do You Need One and Where to Get It?
• Editor Salary: Can Your Skills Pay the Bills
• Working in Publishing: An Insider's Guide

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3. Proofreader

👨🏼‍💼 Entry level positions: freelance proofreader

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $20-$30 per hour or $550-$650 per book 

Proofreading comes after editing — the proofreader reads the manuscript one final time, after all the revisions are made, to see if any spelling and grammatical errors are missed out. They’re incredibly crucial to the production of a spotless book, so there’s never a shortage of proofreading jobs . 

This task is often done on a freelance basis, either by full-time freelancers or by editors who want to take on side jobs. You can specialize in proofreading alone, though most professionals will combine editing and proofreading crafts for better income. As a beginner, opportunities for short-form projects will often be more accessible — stay open-minded about taking them up, but also do some proofreading training to prepare for more exciting gigs. 

We’ve also got some resources for this topic for you to check out:

• How to Become a Proofreader: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
• How to Choose Your Proofreading Rates

There’s more to journalism than just breaking news on CNN, which means there’s plenty of space for the creative writer in you to flourish in this industry! Let’s take a look at a couple of options you can consider. 

4. Columnist 

👩🏽‍💼 Entry level positions: fellowships, junior writer/columnist, freelance writer

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $25,000-$35,000 per year or $100-$300 per piece 

If you like creative nonfiction , you probably have already considered becoming a columnist. In fact, you can even be a books columnist! Job options range from book-specific sites like Electric Literature or Literary Hub, to prestigious newspapers like The Guardian or The New Yorker. But that’s not necessarily the only thing you can write about! You can become a columnist in just about any topic, from social issues to entertainment, as long as you’re interested in the niche. 

Look out for fellowships and junior writing jobs in newspapers and magazines and get ready to apply! A degree in relevant subjects like Journalism or English Literature is a great advantage, though your ability to follow up on leads, conduct thorough research, and keep up with the latest trends in a certain niche will be carefully assessed. You can also be a contributing writer first to forge a relationship with the editors before going after a full-time position. 

👨🏻‍💼 Entry level positions: junior writer, freelance writer

There’s a fine line between a critic and a columnist: critics are usually more academically inclined, and they often work more on the arts than columnists. Columnists cover social issues, sports, entertainment in their more general sense, while critics while home in on a particular piece of art, literature, theatre, or movie to offer expert assessment of it. 

Similar to the columnists, you can begin with junior writing positions and freelance gigs, in which you build up a writing portfolio of relevant work. Ideally, critics will be more savvy to the technicalities of whatever subject you critique — be it filmography or literature. In other words, formal training like a bachelor’s degree is a good launch pad. 

6. News journalist 

👩🏼‍💼 Entry level positions: staff writer/journalist

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $30,000-$35,000 per year 

Writing news articles is different from the writing column pieces: a journalist must maintain an impartial voice and be succinct. Moreover, you’re always looking out for the latest story, whether on social media or on the street (which is where your love for creative writing can come in). 

The most common way to get into news journalism is to get a salaried position. You can also apply to internships as well, and there are compensated ones to look out for. What you will need is a degree and some journalist training so that you can use shorthand, know what makes a good story, and know what sources to chase, among other things. 

7. Investigative journalist 

👨🏽‍💼 Entry level positions: staff writer/journalist

And what if you’re a fan of true crime ? You might find yourself drawn to investigative journalism! You can chase the tail of anything under the sun, from kidnappings to factory production, from local to international events, so long as there’s an uncovered story there. The topic will often be assigned to you by an editor, and you’ll be given some time to collect information and write the article. It’s a slower pace than daily news, but it’s thrilling nonetheless. 

Similar to the news path, you’ll likely start off with an internship or a junior writing position. With this job opportunity, you can build a portfolio that demonstrates your ability to peel back the layers of the onion to reveal new insights to a matter. Again, a degree and training in journalism are essential. 

Copywriting

Copywriting is writing to sell a product or service, and it could be anything from newsletter emails to slogans to even commercial scripts! There’s definitely a creative element to it, as you’re always looking for a unique and memorable way to capture the attention of consumers. And since it's so rooted in consumption culture, copywriting is definitely a writing career that's in demand!

Below are several types of copywriting jobs you can go into. 

8. Technical copywriter

👩🏻‍💼 Entry level positions: technical writer, freelance writer

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $32,000-$38,000 per year 

A technical writer works on instructional materials for manuals, white papers, and other informative pieces of writing. A technical copywriter combines that level of specialty with marketing tactics, thereby focusing on promoting products and services that are a bit more, well, technical. Think electronic companies, software developers, repair and maintenance services. 

Ideally, you’d have some education or experience in technical sectors (i.e. IT, engineering, finance). That way, you won’t take too much time to familiarize yourself with the jargon, and employers are more likely to hire you. You can also begin with technical writing, if you don’t mind working on material that’s a bit less creative. 

9. Advertising copywriter

👨🏼‍💼 Entry level positions: junior copywriter, communications copywriter

For a more creative writing job, you can go for advertising. This often involves a lot of brainstorming with the creative team of your agency to come up with advertisement campaigns that will leave a mark. When working on this you can write all kinds of content, from slogans to image copies to web content. 

Having a bachelor’s degree in marketing or an essay-based discipline is usually beneficial if you’re looking for this kind of job. You can work for a big brand, which will constantly be needing new content, or you can work for a marketing agency, tailoring your work to every client. 

10. PR copywriter

👩🏽‍💼 Entry level positions: junior copywriter

Public relations (PR) is, simply put, the art of building a good reputation, whether that’s for an individual or a brand. You’ll work on press releases, report and presentation writing, material for internal and external communications to present your client’s motivation and direction. 

For this kind of job, the precision of your language and your ability to stay up to date with the competitors will be important. A degree in communications or business administration are a plus point. And as is often the case in most writing jobs, the ability to find the human story behind everything will be your best tool. 

Content Marketing

Nowadays, traditional marketing on TV, billboards, and posters are only a part of the industry, the other is all about online content. And with so many things zooming about on the Internet, every company will be looking for the most creative person to help them stand out. Which means you get plenty of opportunities to be imaginative, working on website content, blog posts, social media posts, and even videos.

11. Social media manager 

👨🏻‍💼 Entry level positions: assistant/junior/freelance social media specialist

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $20-$30 per hour or $30,000-$35,000 per year 

With our evermore online world, social media-related jobs definitely is a writing career that's in demand. So many things can happen on social media — you might very well go viral overnight! The challenge is getting there. As a social media manager, you get to be the voice of the company, interacting with customers in a friendly, casual way, while also learning their habits and preferences so that you and others on your team can better engage with them. 

This is a relatively hands-on job, so experience running a public social media account is the best thing you can have on your CV. A degree in communications can be beneficial, though many job postings don’t require anything specific.

12. Blogger

👩🏼‍💼 Entry level positions: blogger, freelance writer

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $0.10-$0.15 per word

Blogging is probably something you’re familiar with as a writer — but do you know it can earn you a good penny? By focusing on a specific subject (it can be books , technology, fashion, the freelance life, etc.), you can attract companies who are looking to strengthen their brand awareness and will sponsor you. It’ll take time to build an attractive platform, but it’s definitely possible. 

Beyond that, you can write for others as well. There are plenty of websites that promote creative writing jobs all over, so you can sift through them for the suitable ones. No degree requirements for this job, just your skill with a (proverbial) quill! 

13. Content creator 

👨🏽‍💼 Entry level positions: content marketer

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $27,000-$34,000 per year 

If you’re happy to do a bit of everything, then apply to become a content creator. You’ll also get to collaborate with a team to come up with an overall strategy in this position.

You can work for all kinds of companies in this career. A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, English, Communications are highly relevant, though adjacent, essay-based subjects tend to do the job, too. Brushing up on search engine optimization (SEO) is also wise. 

Pop culture, the latest rumors and gossip, interesting observations served on a pretty platter — if any of that sounds interesting to you, you can jump into the media industry. Here are some job options if you want to take this route. 

14. Screenwriter

👩🏻‍💼 Entry level positions: assistant/associate writer

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $20-$30 per hour or $9,000-$15,000 per project 

Everyone of us has probably at one point or another thought about entering the film and TV industry, and that career goal is definitely achievable, if you know where to look. A lot of people start with assistant positions to learn the ropes and get an opportunity to work on bigger productions. If you prefer to write from the get-go, you can go for lower-budget projects. 

To get one of the assistant positions and put yourself out there, touch up on craft skills like plotting, story structures , character-building to be prepared. No qualifications are specified in most cases. 

15. Broadcast journalist 

👨🏼‍💼 Entry level positions: staff writer

We’ve covered written news — now comes broadcast news. From televised reports to radio sessions, you can be the writer behind the words that reporters or presenters read out. It’s a fast-paced job that deals with the latest real-life stories, which can be incredibly rewarding, even if it’s not explicitly creative. 

Many broadcast journalists work project by project (unless it’s periodical news), almost like a freelancer. You’ll still need to have all the skills necessary to put together a good news story, so some journalist training will be beneficial. 

16. Podcaster 

👩🏻‍💼 Entry level positions: assistant/associate writer or producer 

💰 Potential beginner’s earning: $18-$25 per hour, or $26,000-$32,000 per year 

Along the same lines as a broadcast journalist is the job of a podcaster. This is a bit more topical than journalism, and you can really home into certain fields and explore it in depth. Another special thing about podcasters is they usually host the shows, too! So if you’re confident about your voice, and about interviewing others, there’s no reason not to try this out. 

As with screenwriting, the route to get into this sector can be a little bit challenging, since it’s often a case of catching an opportunity from the right people at the right time. Which is why assistant jobs are a strong start. 

And finally, we arrive at the section that hopeful writers often dream about more than anything else. Publishing a book is not easy, it requires not just time and effort but also finances, if only to keep you afloat while completing the manuscript. That said, it’s possible to do it on the side with another full-time job, as is the case for most published writers. 

The cool thing about this career is that you are your own boss — i.e. there are no entry level positions. You are an author the day you call yourself one. 

17. Short story writer

Short stories are charming in their own right, and with the booming literary magazine sphere , there’s no shortage of space to get your words out there into the world. Publishing an anthology with a publisher is also an option but it’s harder — you often need to have an established career first. 

In any case, most magazines aim to have enough funds to pay their contributors. Small ones can pay $15-$20 per story, bigger ones $100-$200. You can also enter writing contests to win higher prizes.

18. Novelist 

Being a novelist comes with the difficulty of having the time and finances to write a full draft before you can propose it to publishers, or even publish it yourself. It’s a long commitment, and it doesn’t guarantee a payoff. If it does get printed, a book deal can get you an advance in the $5,000-$15,000 range. If you self-publish, what you get depends on how well you market your books — emphasis on the plural noun!

That said, it’s not impossible. We’ve got a whole post on how to become a novelist here if you want some pointers from famous writers like Anne Lamott and Zadie Smith! 

19. Nonfiction author 

Who says creative writing jobs have to be all about fiction? Creative nonfiction is a growing field that’s always welcoming new stories. From memoirs and biographies to true crime, from self-help to essay collections, you can focus on many different topics with this option. 

The nice thing about it all is that unlike fiction writers, you can pitch your book proposal to publishers before you complete a whole manuscript for nonfiction titles, meaning you can be guaranteed some kind of results before you start writing. The advance amount is similar to that for novels.

And last but not least, you can become a poet! Poets tell stories with rhythm and rich imagery, and not just on paper but also with their voice. Performing poetry is one of the special advantages that comes with this form of writing. Not only does it let you and the audience experience in a new way, it’s also a great opportunity to grow as an artist. 

On top of that, you can also dabble in other industries (advertising, music producers…) as a lyricist. As it’s a gig-based employment, you probably want to diversify your work portfolio to make sure there’s always something you can work on. The rates are usually similar to that of a ghostwriter.

And voila, that’s the end to our master list of creative writing jobs! Hopefully, there’s something to help you passion live on among this many options.

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When hiring on digital platforms, you’re often competing with thousands of other dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527003">job ads . Some opportunities may boast a more recognizable company name or more attractive pay. There are lots of free dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job posting sites to utilize so it's important to learn how to elevate your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527003">job ads and rise above the noise.

Designing an engaging dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527001">job description is not easy, but it's an important part of any successful dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527031">recruitment strategy . A hefty dose of creativity and careful messaging are necessary to make your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings stand out on dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527018">job boards and make your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527028">careers page be heavily frequented. It's not an easy task, but with a little extra effort, you can attract the dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527009">right candidates and inspire them to apply to your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527024">job opportunities .

Many creative dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings have been created over the years. In this article, we take a deep dive into eight creative tips that we picked up from some of the best dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings we’ve found online.

8 dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527016">job posting dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-menu-id-param="menu_term_295527016" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527016"> examples to emulate

1. be personal.

Company: Taco Bell

Why it’s great:   It’s rare to find dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings that speak this directly to an applicant. This posting on Facebook shows an appreciation for each candidate and their unique characteristics. This not only leaves your prospective candidates curious but also makes the post feel more open-minded to its people. This is a great use of an online platform to reach out to dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527037">qualified candidates .

Key takeaway: Speak directly to the applicant and make them feel special.

2. Proudly embrace your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527004">company culture

Company: dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527019">McDonald’s

Why it’s great: This dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job posting on Facebook is for dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527014">the dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527007">job title of an Operations Associate in Nebraska. dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527019">McDonald’s clearly embraces their dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527004">company culture right at the start with the second paragraph of the posting:

“At dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527019">McDonald’s , we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527019">McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527029">initiatives , our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet.”

dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527019">McDonald’s is making dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527005">clear what the dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527004">company culture and values are all about. Applicants appreciate seeing a company that is passionate about making a difference in the community and the world.

Key tkkeaway: Show off your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527004">company culture in your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527010">job advertisement and be true to your brand voice.

3. Be dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527005">clear and specific

Company: Chick-fil-A

Why it’s great:  This dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job posting on dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527000">LinkedIn is for a Front of House Director for a Chik-fil-A restaurant in Ohio. The post does an excellent job of clearly explaining exactly what it will take to succeed in this dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527023">open position :

“We are looking for a self-directed leader with a growth mindset and hunger to take ownership of the front of house and create a strong vision for Chick-fil-A Reynoldsburg. First, this leader will learn all aspects of Chick-fil-A, so he/she can understand each facet of the business and begin to think strategically for the front of house. This leader must have high emotional intelligence, the ability to build strong relationships, grit, energy, attention to detail, and a strong passion to see the business succeed.” 

The post also gives dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527021">potential candidates a dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527005">clear idea of what the job will entail from day one.

Key takeaway: Candidates do not like generic dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job post dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527008">templates . Your post should describe the specific role in detail and give the candidate a dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527005">clear understanding of what to expect in the job.

4. Be unconventional

Company: Burger King

Why it’s great: Burger King made a short video they shared on Facebook and Instagram which promotes the benefits and dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527006">perks of being a part of the Burger King team. With the current hiring shortages facing quick-service restaurants (QSRs), it’s more important than ever to promote the benefits you offer your workers during the dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527017">recruitment process . Usually, these benefits are listed in bullet point format on a dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job posting . Burger King thought outside the box with this unconventional video, which they shared on dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527002">social media to help attract new applicants.

Key takeaway: Find new ways to attract applicants and lean into your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527012">employer brand . Use videos on dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527002">social media to spread your message.

5. Be concise

Company: Kentucky Fried Chicken

Why it’s great:   The reality is most dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527011">job seekers have limited attention spans. You have to make the most of a small amount of space to get your message across. Kentucky Fried Chicken recently did a great job of being concise in a dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job posting on Indeed. The entire posting was only five short paragraphs. However, KFC was able to get the key information about the position across in their post. This brevity increased KFC’s chances of getting a response from the posting because applicants weren’t overwhelmed by too much information.

Key takeaway: Find a balance between being concise and still including key information about the role.

6. Be visually appealing

Company: Jack in the Box

Why it’s great:   The words that you use in your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings are obviously important. However, the visual aspects of your postings are important as well. The visual aesthetics of your post help draw the reader in and build a sense of curiosity. Recently Jack in the Box posted on Facebook an image that helped capture candidates’ imaginations about their future career goals. This image not only draws candidates in but also shows them that Jack in the Box cares about their future goals. Candidates want to work with teams that will help take them to the next level in their careers.

Key takeaway: Use visual aesthetics—and words—to draw more candidates into your dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527022">application process .

7. Be positive

Company:   Zaxby’s

Why it’s great: It may sound obvious, but creative dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings should also be positive. Unfortunately, this is not always the case in QSR dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings . Sometimes hiring managers that are overworked and overstressed can be less than positive in dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings and make allusions to the challenges that await the candidate. This approach of course seldom works well, and when it does, it tends not to attract the dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527020">ideal candidate . 

The best talent is looking for a positive team environment. Zaxby’s did a great job of this recently in a Facebook dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job post . The post featured a local team smiling and having fun. The words of the post emphasized how fun it can be to work with people you enjoy. Zaxby’s is doing a great job in this post of promoting a positive vibe that is attractive to dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527035">top talent .

Key takeaway: Above all, be positive and never negative.

8. Make compensation easy to see

Company: Culver’s

Why it’s great: Let’s face it, compensation is one of the top reasons applicants are interested in joining your team. In a recent dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job posting on dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527000">LinkedIn , Culver’s made it very easy for candidates to understand the compensation associated with the role. This is not always the case for QSR dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job postings . Sometimes, the hourly pay range or annual salary is buried within the paragraphs of the post. Follow Culver’s example and make the compensation very easy for candidates to see.

Key takeaway: Make the compensation rate very easy for candidates to find in the dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295526999">job post .

Take the time to write creative job postings

If you're struggling with filling positions, consider taking cues from some of these fun dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527015">job ad dropdown#toggle" data-dropdown-menu-id-param="menu_term_295527015" data-dropdown-placement-param="top" data-term-id="295527015"> examples we’ve found. Jazz up your post with some fun and creative elements to attract some of the best job candidates you have ever seen.

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How to Write A Good Job Posting? 15 Tips for Writing One!

A good  hiring strategy  is incomplete without a good posting. Your job posting is essentially your first impression and first impressions matter. A well-written job posting can be the deciding factor between attracting average talent and attracting the best talent. But how to write a good job posting? Keep reading to find out. 

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How to write a good job posting?

Recruiting is a highly competitive industry. That’s why writing a great job posting is crucial to finding the perfect candidate. Are your job postings causing you to miss out on the best talent? Here are 15 smart ways to write a catchy job posting and attract the best candidates.

Understand the difference between a job posting and a job description.

First things first. Distinguish between a job posting and a job description. A job posting is a public advertisement aiming to sell a job position. And so, it should paint a picture of what it’s like to work for your company. Unlike a job posting, a job description or  JD is a detailed write-up that explains the tasks and duties of a position . A JD also includes requirements for succeeding in a particular position. 

To break it down further, a JD should inform candidates about the daily roles and responsibilities, whereas a job posting should excite them about your company and encourage them to apply for your opening.

For example, “You’ll collaborate with the C-suite executives to build our marketing strategy” would be better suited for a job posting, whereas , “make five sales per week” and “meet with 10 clients per week” are phrases fit for a job description. 

Job posting vs job description

Ensure your job posting has a catchy opening.

If your job posting does not have a great opening, it won’t attract great candidates. LinkedIn states that candidates are looking at twice as many job postings per application than they were two years ago. What’s more, candidates deem the information at the beginning of a job posting more important and pay more attention to it. But that’s not all—they decide in about 14 seconds whether to keep reading the job description. This stands especially true for GenZ. So if you’re looking to hire GenZ in software development , you need to come up with great opening hooks for your job postings. 

In other words, you just have 14 seconds or less to catch the candidate’s attention. So you need to start your job posting with a great hook. Your introduction should be compelling enough to get candidates to continue reading.

Have a look at this example. 

Start with a catchy job opening

In 2019, Twitter posted a job with an unusual title. The social media giant was looking for a “Tweeter in Chief.” Once you move past the title, the job is actually quite normal—Twitter wanted to hire someone to run their official Twitter account. But a title like that grabs your attention in a second, which is just what you need. 

Avoid job titles that are too experimental or too vague.

How to write a good job opening? Though it’s important to keep the title interesting, make sure you don’t overdo it. Using titles like “full-stack ninja” and “back-end guru” in your job postings may lengthen your hiring process , causing you to miss out on candidates. These titles may sound fun, but candidates are likely to search for jobs using titles like “full-stack developer” or “senior back-end engineer.” This means that job postings with titles that are too quirky won’t appear on their search engine results page.

In addition, ensure your titles are not too vague. If you want to hire a full-stack developer but write “web developer” in your posting, you may attract the wrong candidates, costing you time and money. Remember, your job title should be clear and to the point without overselling the job opening.  

Make it about the candidate and not the company.

Sure, talking about your company is important, but it’s not the most important thing for candidates. Think about it. Every candidate wants to know what the job has to offer them. So, address your candidates first. Have a conversation with them. Instead of using dry, impersonal statements like, “The ideal candidate will…,” personalize the job posting with words like “you” and “your” to address the candidates directly. 

This will make the job posting more human and encourage potential candidates to envision themselves in the job. Using invitational language like, “Come join a creative team of … dedicated to …” is also helpful.

Remember, the people reading your job posting are just that—people! So write as if you’re speaking to them. Take a look at the example below. After giving a brief introduction, GitLab shares its job responsibilities and requirements as if discussing the opportunity with the ideal candidate. This approach allows job seekers to envision themselves in the role!

Make it about the candidate

List the required skills and qualifications clearly.

Once a candidate is excited about your job opening, they need to know if they are qualified for it. Start by listing the required skills, also known as must-have skills, below the job description. These are skills, educational achievements, and experience that are critical for the job. Finish the list with your preferred or nice-to-have skills. Now, these are skills that may not be mandatory but are desired in the ideal candidate. Preferred skills might include additional education, specific certification, or familiarity using certain software or tool.

Make sure you clearly mention all the skills required for the job. Use bullet points so candidates can quickly scan and assess their eligibility.

Focus on skills and results instead of degrees and colleges.

The IT hiring trends worldwide are changing. Don’t get stuck in a limited talent pool by focusing on four-year degrees from well-known colleges. Such requirements can act as barriers for otherwise-qualified candidates. For example, a candidate with a growth mindset from a lesser-known college and only three years of experience may be a better bet than someone from an Ivy-league college with a fixed, rigid mindset and five years of experience. 

Degree-based job posting vs Skills-based job posting

Focus on skill-based hiring. Be picky with your must-haves. Too many non-negotiables can discourage candidates from applying for your job. In addition, define what success looks like one or two years on the job. Mention how the candidate can grow in the role.

Highlight the top benefits that come with the job.

How to write a good job posting? Show them what’s in it for them. Candidates exploring new career opportunities need compelling reasons to choose your job opening over others. To get them excited about your job opening, list down three to four features of the job position that you believe are particularly appealing. D escribe the perks, benefits, office comforts, or specialized equipment that candidates will get to use in the job posting. 

Does your company pay 100 percent of the medical benefits? Mention it. Have an amazing office with a perfect view? Mention it. Have flexible working hours? Mention it. 

This part of a job posting is critical because it enables you to provide a quick recap of the key points that would interest a candidate to apply for the open position. Check out the example below!

Highlight the key benefits in your job posting

Sell your company’s culture. 

A few years ago, candidates had to sell themselves to a company by highlighting why they were the best person for the job. But recently, there’s been a massive shift. Now, candidates expect you to sell them on your company. 

If your job posting is too formal, candidates may question your company culture. They may even believe that your posting is a glimpse of their future work experience in your company. A formally written job posting might indicate an unfriendly, toxic work culture where employees are subject to stringent rules. So ensure that you write a catchy job posting that highlights your company culture in the best way possible. Share your company’s mission, vision, and values so that the candidates get an idea of what your company is all about. 

It’s equally important to have a solid online presence. If you make it through the first round of inspection by writing a good job posting, you gear up for the next round—a visit to your website and social media handles.

If your website looks like it was built back in the 1990s or your last tweet was posted in 2014, your potential candidates will move on without applying. This is especially true for remote jobs. For many candidates, these are legit remote job red flags . If you haven’t put in the resources to have a modern website or update your social handles, candidates may assume you won’t invest in their success either.

Use multimedia to make your job post engaging.

Why stick to plain old text when there’s so much more you can do with your job posting? Audio and video files can make your job postings a lot more engaging. A short message from the company CEO addressing the potential candidates can work wonders. If that’s not possible, let candidates see the office space or hear the hiring manager’s voice. Remember, the higher the sensory input, the higher the engagement. 

A video may take more time but it may be worth the effort for high-profile or high-volume positions with huge applicant pools. Talking about the job opening with more than just bullet points brings it to life and helps candidates visualize the job. So the next time you think about, ‘How to write a good job posting?’ don’t forget to include multimedia in your content.

Be transparent about the application and interview process.

It’s always a good idea to outline your application and interview process in the job posting. Be transparent about the number of interviews and assessments you expect the shortlisted candidates to take. Doing so will make the candidates feel more comfortable with the hiring process and help them decide if they want to enter the hiring pipeline. If possible, share what the reporting structure looks like and how the role fits into the organization. 

Hyperlink the job posting to the application on your company website. Be sure to clearly define the application deadline. Include a contact email and/or phone number.

Pro tip: the shorter the interview process, the more applicants you are likely to get. Several interview rounds tend to discourage candidates from applying. Several interview rounds may discourage candidates from applying for your job.

Ensure your job posting is concise and easy to read.

If we had to answer the question ‘How to write a good job posting?’ in just a sentence, we’d say – keep it short and to the point. Writing a great job posting is all about giving enough information to make it attractive but avoiding adding things that are not essential to the job. In addition, it’s about summarizing a list of extremely similar skills to avoid tedious reading.

Research shows that the ideal length of a job posting should be between 300 and 600 words in total or about one single-spaced page . Longer job postings do not mean more candidates. In fact, they tend to attract fewer candidates. Therefore, it’s important to keep your job posting concise yet interesting. This practice is important in any economy, but it’s even more critical in a tight labor market with a tech talent shortage .

Avoid jargon, acronyms, buzzwords, and slang.

It can be tempting to stuff the job posting with jargon if you’re hiring for a job you’re not familiar with. However, job postings full of complex, ambiguous, or informal language are a turn-off for potential candidates. W ords like “self-motivated,” and “out-of-the-box thinker,” do nothing to explain the position or what a candidate’s day-to-day responsibilities would look like.

Clichés and slang can also carry unintended connotations. For example, “fast-paced” may indicate “too much work for too few people.” Similarly, phrases like “self-starter,” or “be your own boss,” can make candidates feel like their manager will never have time for them. Similarly, a candidate’s definition of “proactive” can vary from your own. 

What’s more, adding your company’s internal acronyms in the posting can confuse candidates. For example, “M&A” can be “mergers and acquisitions” for you, but it could mean “marketing and advertising” for your potential candidates. 

In addition, keep industry acronyms to a minimum for better readability. And don’t skip the Boolean basics. Abbreviations determine how your posting appears in a candidate’s search results. Abbreviations don’t mean your job posting won’t be searchable. However, too many of them can make it challenging for applicants to find you. 

Avoid using jargon in your job posting

Check your text for unintentional bias.

Before you decide to google, ‘How to write a good job posting?’ check your past job postings for any and every kind of bias. Most companies unknowingly make their job postings too male-oriented, millennial-skewed, or white-inclined. Your choice of words in the job posting sends signals to candidates, without you realizing it. So screen your job posting content for unconscious bias using online tools. You can use the score to identify and edit the language to ensure your posting is inclusive and unbiased. Remember, the language you use in the posting affects whether women will apply for the job. Similarly, too much feminine language in the job posting can deter men from applying.

For example, a recent LinkedIn report states that when some companies say they’re looking for candidates who are “ready to hit the ground running,” they discover that the phrase is heavily male-oriented, likely discouraging many women from applying. LinkedIn COO Dan Shapero avoids the phrase “hit the ground running” because it prioritizes speed over quality in performance. Your job postings should also avoid words that connote gender bias. Make sure to use terms like “candidate” rather than “he” or “she” and “leader” or “chairperson” rather than “chairman.”

Edit, proofread, and post.

First impressions really do matter. The last thing you want is for your potential candidates to catch a typo in your job posting. Poorly written job postings tend to put off applicants and hamper your company’s reputation. Think about it. Would you apply for a job posting looking for someone “skilled at ruining an office?” How about applying for a “fronttend developer” or “prodct manager” opening?

Neither will your potential candidates. Spelling and grammar mistakes not only discredit your company but also decrease the readability of your job posting. What’s more, these typos search ranking. Ensure to edit your job posting and have another set of eyes review your job posting before submitting it.

Ask for feedback from existing employees.

You cannot get a holistic answer to ‘How to write a good job posting’ without roping in your team. For a better analysis of your job postings, request current employees to review them. The more authentic your job posting, the better chances you have of attracting good talent. And people already working at your company are the best source of truth. They’ll know what stands true in your job posting—and what doesn’t. They can tell you if you need to dial up your tone in the job posting or turn it down a notch. 

Also, read: 5 Major Benefits of Customer Feedback for Software Development

An effective job posting can help your company stand out from the competition. But writing one can take considerable time and effort. Don’t have hours to spend on creating well-written, engaging job descriptions that attract the best tech talent? Try Turing. 

How can Turing write a good job posting for you?

Turing’s AI-powered Talent Cloud helps you source, vet, match, and engage the world’s most deeply vetted software developers remotely. It takes Turing only four days to fill most roles—sometimes it takes less than a day! The best part? With Turing, you don’t have to go through the hassle of creating effective job postings for hiring talent. Turing takes care of that for you. What’s more, Turing also ensures high-quality matches for you through these postings. 

We customize job postings for each role.

Turing prepares customized job descriptions that adhere to the unique needs of each company and job opening. Instead of using a repetitive template, we sift through a vast pool of information to pick out relevant information required for creating engaging and accurate job postings. We highlight the most important aspects of the client’s requirements and present them in an understandable manner. We also customize the job postings based on the client’s preferred locations or time zone overlap requirements.

You just need to share the basic information with us.

You don’t need to worry about writing an elaborate job summary for your posting. All you need to do is share your company website along with the tech stacks and skills required for the job, and we will take care of the rest. We clearly mention the must-haves, nice-to-haves, and other minimum requirements in the job posting. For example, if you want a software developer with at least three years of software development experience, fluency in English communication, and proactiveness, you will get just that. We find developers who share the same interests as the clients and help connect them.

What’s next?

Once we create content for your job posting, we publish it on platforms to ensure maximum, high-quality exposure. 

Where does Turing publish these jobs?

• Turing.com—All our job postings go up on the Turing Live Jobs dashboard which is accessible to thousands of developers.
• Third-party platforms including IndeedIndia, Jooble, and IndeedBrazil—Our job descriptions are posted on other third-party platforms to help clients reach out to a broader pool of potential candidates who have been vetted and trained with Turing’s guidance.

What is the frequency of these job postings?

Our job posting frequency depends on the number of job openings companies share with us on a given day. On average, Turing publishes seven to 25 job postings in a day.

How long do these job posts remain active?

These job posts stay active for at least 30 days. 

How does Turing process the job applicants?

Turing filters the best developers for you. You don’t have to sort through hundreds of unqualified job applications for your job opening. Turing’s AI-powered Talent Cloud deeply vets applicants, and our experts only send selected, responsible, high-performing developers your way. Thus, Turing reduces the time and effort that goes into evaluating individual talent.

Summary: how to write a good job posting?

Writing a good job posting may not always guarantee a fast and efficient hiring process. But it’s definitely a big step in that direction. Jobs keep evolving, so how you market them should evolve, too. Ideally, you should evaluate and edit your job marketing strategy every time you publish a new job posting. If that’s not possible, revise it every six months.

If you’re looking to hire remote software developers, try Turing. We can help you hire skilled, pre-vetted developers at unbeatable prices in just four days. Visit the Hire Developers page for more information.

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Sanika is a team lead at Turing. She regularly contributes to the Times of India and Femina. As a researcher, she collaborates with the United Nations, UNESCO, and the British Council. Sanika has worked for Women and Child Development as a part of her government fellowship program. When she's not working, she's closely analyzing culture and gender performativity.

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Requisition ID: 7535 

Position Title: EN272 BR: Introduction to Creative Writing

Term: Fall 2024 (September 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024)

Days/Times: Monday 4:00pm – 6:50pm

Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 per week/36 total

Type of Course: In-class

Anticipated Class Size: 30

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on:  Wednesday May 22, 2024

Posting ends:  Wednesday June 5, 2024

Position Summary: This  course  will introduce  students  to the practice of creative writing and literary analysis by reading short fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction as models for students' creative writing. The course will include an ongoing discussion of how to read like a writer, and will explore literary genres and creative methods with opportunities for writing practice in short assignments designed to broaden students' skills and abilities. The dual guiding principles of the course will be examination of how language works in written forms and compositional experimentation with a variety of writing styles.

Qualifications – Required Degree: BA

Qualifications – Required Area of Specialization: Creative Writing

Qualifications – Other:

• Active publication record in multiple genres of creative writing is required
• Extensiveness and prestige of publications is an asset
• Educational qualifications in English or creative writing are an asset
• Post-graduate education in English or creative writing is a further asset
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level in creative writing is required
• Evidence of innovative and effective teaching in creative writing is an asset

Salary: $9206.40 (Stipend)

Application Deadline:  Wednesday June 5, 2024

Submit with Application:

Applicants are strongly encouraged to consult the FLA English CTF hiring rubric and Appendix H of the Collective Agreement to ensure all necessary materials are submitted.

Required for All Applicants

• CV (required)
• Candidate Application Form (CAF) [please click the link to download the form]

Required for External Applicants

• Names and Contact Information for Referees
• Copies of complete official course evaluation summaries for past (5) university level-courses taught
• Evidence of Effective Teaching
• Verification of highest degree
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier
• Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)

Applications may be addressed to:

Dr. Lisa Wood

c/o Nicole Morgan

Questions can be directed to Nicole Morgan ( [email protected] ). Please indicate the course number in the email subject line.

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This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement , for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent.   All applicants are assessed using both the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric , where applicable.  Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application. 

Please Note:

Candidate Application form (CAF) is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored.

CTF Members (those who have taught a Laurier in the last 36 months) may wish to submit a single application to multiple course postings via the Posted Course Application Form (PCAF) Appendix G, which includes the CAF.  The link to the Faculty specific PCAF is included in the email notification of posted courses you would have received from the hiring department/program/area at Laurier. The PCAF is a separate form due within 5 days of the email notification of posted courses and is submitted via Qualtrics. Refer to this notification for the link to the PCAF. Members who do not submit a PCAF may apply for posted course through a separate application for each course. Refer to the collective agreement for additional information on the PCAF.

For Supplementary Remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3

Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [email protected]. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at [email protected]. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada.

Members of the designated groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online.

All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part-time hiring committee.  Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.

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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here

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Professional Services Specialist 3 Facilities, College of Communication & Creative Arts

Apply now Job no: 499532 Work type: Regular Full-Time Location: Glassboro, New Jersey Categories: Professional

Under the supervision of a higher administrative officer in the Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts, candidates will be responsible for independently performing professional work of considerable difficulty using established policies, procedures, precedents, and guidelines; does related work as required.

WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:

Organize assigned work and develop appropriate methods for meeting goals and objectives.

Review and evaluate workload and process; develop and implement improved methods as required.

Provide budget recommendations for area activities.

Analyze and interpret applicable principles, federal and/or state laws and regulations in the course of official duties.

Assist in the interview of prospective subordinate staff members and provides recommendations concerning selection.

Maintain all mechanical equipment within the Department of Art.

Perform repairs as needed on equipment in all areas of Art.

Keep up on all preventive maintenance.

Consultations on new equipment acquisitions.

Fabrication of devices and tooling as related to Art equipment and products. 

Examples of this equipment includes welders, kilns, flexible shaft machines, compressed air tanks, regulators, milling machines, lathe, CNC router, plasma cutter, table saw, band saw, chop saw, various power (electric drills, grinders, etc…) and hand tools- (goldsmiths hammers, stakes, etc) 

Serve as Building Coordinator for Westby.

Alter spaces, as needed.

Research special materials.

Expedite studio work with facilities via Rowan Works.

Work closely with tradesmen and housekeepers doing assigned work In the Westby.

Provide in-class assistance when needed.

Oversee work done by outside contractors, as needed.

Work directly with Project Managers for best results.

Create punch lists for all projects to assure quality.

This position will address all security measures in accordance with Public Safety and University Dept. of Health & Safety, including:

Manage all hazardous materials generated by the department and scheduling pick-up. Collections of chemical waste for scheduled pick up.

Maintain safe storage of materials both in classrooms and exterior storage facilities.

Attend all meetings involving the building coordinators.

Assure all safety equipment is operational within the building. This includes eyewash stations, managing acid neutralizing tanks in print lab, exhaust fans, spray booth along with safety measures in the foundry area also supplying safety gear to students and faculty as needed. 

Management of master SDS file. 

Make sure all persons are safely evacuated during an emergency and are directed to a predetermined location so a head count can be taken. 

Inform faculty and staff of any changes to existing policies concerning safety procedures during faculty/staff meetings.

Establish liaison and maintain cooperative working relationships with other staff or organizations whose functions impact on assigned responsibilities.

Work with non-Art disciplines, such as engineering students and faculty, science students and faculty, earth, and environment faculty, when requested.

Prepare clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Contribute to agenda, attend, and participate in meetings or college events related to assigned responsibilities.

Serve on standing and ad hoc committees.

Prepare correspondence in the course of official duties.

Maintain essential records and files.

Evaluate schedules of events and/or course offerings; recommends changes as indicated.

STUDENT GALLERY

Will play an active role in the Student Gallery, including:

Maintain appearance of the space

Make needed repairs to the space. 

Offer student assistance in complex installations, lighting their work and installing any devices they may require completing the exhibition.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE

Refurbish and build pedestals for the student gallery. 

Organize and oversee the acquisition, distribution, inventory, and security of equipment, materials, and facilities.

Conduct research; compile and analyze statistical, financial, and other data.

Develop materials for publications and accreditations.

Represent the college at conferences, meetings, and seminars.

REQUIREMENTS

 Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.

Six (6) years of professional experience in building and property management and operations.

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

Possession of a master's degree; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE:  "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.

All applicants must submit an art portfolio, including 20 images of work that are part of the application creative practice and include objects that illustrate their skills in related materials and processes.

Successful candidates will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the theory, principles, and techniques essential to performance of the specific responsibilities assigned.

Knowledge of college policies and procedures.

Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret, and apply established law, regulations, policies, procedures, precedents, and guidelines.

Ability to establish liaison and maintain cooperative working relationships with other staff or organizations whose functions impact on assigned responsibilities.

Ability to develop and conduct training, workshops, and/or seminars for the campus community.

Ability to conduct research, analyze data, and interpret findings.

Ability to plan a budget for activities supervised.

Ability to prepare clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Ability to represent the college at conferences, meetings, and seminars.

Ability to prepare correspondence.

Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, use a hand fork truck, and be able to repair and maintain various studio equipment such as kilns, lathes, hand tools and other studio equipment.  

• Range P21 ($60,062-68,385)
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
• Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diverse people and abilities. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.
• Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted with your application by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: [email protected] , or call CSC at (833)691-0404.

Advertised: May 20 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Jun 3 2024 11:55 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Rowan University is home to eight colleges and nine schools. For more information on these colleges, please click here .

Now celebrating its Centennial, Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality and affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Non-Discrimation at Rowan University

Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, [email protected], 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, [email protected] , 856-256-5440.

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Rowan University is committed to assisting all members of the Rowan community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Department of Public Safety website at: https://sites.rowan.edu/publicsafety/_docs/annual_security_report.pdf

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the Department of Public Safety Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or 4506.

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The challenge of being a creative person once you’ve created a person

A very tired parent’s tips for writing a book while also doing all the other things.

Eight or nine years ago, an old friend called seeking advice. She was trying to write a novel, but she was also a new mom with a full-time job, and she was exhausted. I, who had breezily published a couple of books by then, offered my best wisdom. You have to push through, I told her sternly. You have to take your own writing seriously, or nobody else will. Set aside two hours every night. Put on the coffee and push through the exhaustion. You can and will do it.

Years passed. Then I, too, had a baby. Then I, too, set out to write a book while also being a mother with a full-time job. And somewhere in the middle of this endeavor, I called my friend and asked whether my advice had been as bad as I was beginning to sense it had been. No, she told me cheerfully, it had actually been much worse. The callousness of it had shocked her, she said, until she decided that I simply hadn’t known any better and that, when I did, I would apologize.

God, I’m so sorry.

My first post-baby book came out today, and I have been thinking, almost nonstop, about the relationship between creativity and motherhood. I used to love reading articles with titles such as “The daily routines of 10 famous artists,” until I realized that Leo Tolstoy may have finished his masterpieces by locking his study doors to ensure uninterrupted productivity, but, like, what were his 13 children doing while he was in there? Did anyone check in on Mrs. Tolstoy? For the women I know, there is no setting aside a few hours at the end of the workday. The end of the workday is the beginning of the parent day. The end of the parent day is never, because 2-year-olds wake cheerfully at 5 a.m., and strep throat comes for us all.

Where, in this schedule, was the life of the mind? TikTok would not stop showing me videos of mothers showing off their “realistic beauty routines,” but what I really wanted were realistic creativity routines: the mothers who didn’t give a crap about heatless curlers, but had somehow composed a cello sonata while working five days a week as a dental hygienist.

In my bleariest days of early parenthood, I met a woman at the playground who had just finished doing something extraordinary (Triathlon? Solo art exhibit?), and when the rest of us asked her how she’d found the time, she shrugged and said, modestly, “Oh, you know.” But the point was that we didn’t know, and we were desperate for her to tell us. (Live-in grandparents? Adderall?)

The bigger point is that we weren’t really trying to figure out how to compete in triathlons. We were trying to figure out how to be people.

When you have a baby or a toddler, reminding yourself that you are a full person with your own dreams and needs can feel both completely vital and completely impossible. But being a full person is a sacred legacy to give to a child. My own mother is a folk artist. When I was growing up, she made Ukrainian eggs in the frigid concrete sunroom, a space heater at her feet, and her works were shown and sold at galleries around the Midwest. I knew then, and I know now, that my mother would die and kill for me. But I also knew that she loved other things, too. She had loved those things before she ever knew me. She had secrets and wisdom to pass on.

Her work had nothing to do with me, yet it was a gift. It paid for my brother and me to go to summer camp. It went on display at the Art Institute of Chicago, and we visited it, as well as the Seurats and the Hoppers, and ate granola bars. When my mother dies, I will carefully unwrap the tissue paper surrounding the astonishing works of art she gave to me over the years, and I will sob.

I want that for my own daughter. I want her to know that motherhood doesn’t have to atrophy personhood; it can expand it.

And in wanting that, desperately, I came up with a routine that allowed me to maintain a grip on the parts of me that were me before I was a mother. A realistic creativity routine, if you will.

I write between the hours of 10 p.m. and midnight, unless it turns out that I write between the hours of 2 a.m. and 4. I write 300 to 400 words every time I am on the Metro; I write 30 to 40 words each time I pick my daughter up from day care, in the three-minute gap between when I ring the outer bell and when a teacher’s aide comes to let me inside. I write badly. I write very, very badly, vaguely remembering a quote I’d once heard attributed to author Jodi Picoult, about how you can always edit a bad page, but you can never edit a blank page.

Does it look like the routines of Tolstoy, or Virginia Woolf, or anyone else I may have once read about in an article about the routines of famous artists? It does not. But the bad pages get edited, and then they get good.

Pursuing creativity as a working mom means, in other words, letting go of any romantic notions of what creativity means or looks like.

It means not waiting for inspiration to strike, but instead striking inspiration, bludgeoning it upside the head and wrestling it to the ground. Inspiration is a luxury, and once you realize that, you can also understand that the ability to create something through sheer force of will — without inspiration, without routine, without time — is a far more creative act than relying on a muse.

If my old friend called me now, I think that is what I would say to her. That, and:

You will not be Mark Twain, summoned by a horn when it’s time to eat the dinner someone else has prepared. You will not be going on Tchaikovsky’s vigorous two-hour walks through the countryside or spending the morning shopping for inspiring objects like Andy Warhol.

But you will create something. Not by pushing through the exhaustion so much as living alongside it, and then peering beyond it, and then stopping, and then starting, and then having superhuman discipline, and then eating a whole package of Oreos, and then finishing something beautiful at 2 a.m. and sneaking into your child’s room to see another beautiful thing, and then thinking about how the things that make us the most tired are the things that give us reason to create at all.

Ukraine war latest: Armed ship destroyed in Crimea, Kyiv says; controversial US television host launches show in Russia

Ukraine says it hit and destroyed the Russian missile ship Tsiklon in Crimea over the weekend. Meanwhile, analysts say Moscow is seeking to draw out Kyiv's forces - as Putin makes another significant change to his cabinet.

Wednesday 22 May 2024 14:47, UK

• Kyiv claims it has destroyed last Russian warship armed with cruise missiles in Crimea
• Tucker Carlson launches new show in Russia
• Putin sacks minister in new sign of shift in war strategy
• European country now pushing to let Ukraine strike deep into Russia with Western weapons
• Russia using 'understaffed and incohesive forces' in bid to draw out Ukrainian troops
• Big picture: What you need to know as war enters new week

As we've not been providing rolling coverage of the war in Ukraine today, here is a quick update on what's been happening since this morning. 

One of the most significant new stories is the UK accusing China of providing or preparing to provide lethal aid to Russia for use in the war against Ukraine. 

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps told a news conference this morning that US and British defence intelligence had evidence "lethal aid is now, or will be, flowing from China to Russia and into Ukraine".

He called this a "significant development".

We also heard from the Kremlin this morning, which said "in-depth dialogue" was needed to reduce rising tensions between Russia and the West - particularly with regards to nuclear issues. 

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accused the "collective West" of refusing to engage with Russia despite the potential dangers. 

Here are more of the top stories: 

• Russian forces have taken over the village of Klishchiivka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, close to the city of Bakhmut, according to Russian news agencies 
• At least nine people have been injured in a Russian air attack on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv
• Russia accused Ukraine of using a drone to attack a non-nuclear facility at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, causing no critical damage
• Moscow said it is bolstering its efforts to protect its energy infrastructure from drone attacks
• Six children were handed over to Ukraine by Russia and reunited with their families, after a deal was brokered by Qatar. 

We're pausing our coverage of the Ukraine war for the moment.

Scroll through the blog below to catch up on today's developments.

Vladimir Putin has praised the late president of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, and said he was a "reliable partner".

Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border over the weekend along with his foreign minister and seven others.

Speaking on the leader, Mr Putin said he was "a man of his word" who carried out any agreements the pair made.

"He was truly a reliable partner, a man sure of himself, who acted in the national interest," Russian news agencies quoted Mr Putin as telling Vyacheslav Volodin, chairman of Russia's lower house of parliament.

"He was, of course, a man of his word and it was always good to work with him. What I mean is if we came to an agreement on something, you could be sure the agreement was carried out."

The Kremlin leader asked Mr Volodin, who will be attending memorial events in Iran, to pass on "words of our sincere condolences in connection with this tragedy".

Since the start of the war in Ukraine, Russia has strengthened political, trade and military ties with Iran in a deepening relationship that the US and Israel view with concern.

Heavy fighting in the Pokrovsk area in eastern Ukraine has forced Ukrainian troops to engage in "manoeuvres," the Ukrainian military's general staff have said.

Their report said Pokrovsk, northwest of the Russian-held city of Donetsk, remains the front's "hottest" sector.

"In some areas, the situation requires our troops to engage in manoeuvres," the general staff report reads.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has referred to the region and adjacent areas as "extraordinarily difficult" in his nightly video address.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said allies are taking too long when it comes to decisions on military support for Ukraine.

In an interview with Reuters, the Ukrainian leader said every decision which everyone came to was "late by around one year".

"But it is what it is: one big step forward, but before that two steps back. So we need to change the paradigm a little bit," he said.

"When we're quick, they fall behind. And then there's a gap - six, eight months of unpassed (aid) packages, and then two-three months of supplies - and a year goes by. We would like not to lose the advantage."

Mr Zelenskyy also said Ukraine had never used Western weapons on Russian territory.

A senior Russian diplomat has said that the EU plan to channel profits from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine would have "unpredictable" consequences, according to the TASS news agency.

According to TASS, Kirill Logvinov, Russia's acting permanent representative to the EU in Brussels, told Russia journalists: "The only predictable thing is that those in the EU will be obliged sooner or later to return to our country what has been stolen."

For context : In March the European Commission proposed transferring to Ukraine profits generated by Russian central bank assets frozen in Europe.

The plan would see 90% channeled through the European Peace Facility fund to buy weapons for Ukraine. 

The rest would be used for recovery and reconstruction.

Russia's defence ministry has said it has begun a round of drills involving tactical nuclear weapons. 

The exercises were announced by Russian authorities this month in response to remarks by senior Western officials about the possibility of deeper involvement in the war in Ukraine.

It was the first time Russia has publicly announced drills involving tactical nuclear weapons, although its strategic nuclear forces regularly hold exercises.

According to the ministry's statement, the first stage of the new drills include nuclear-capable Kinzhal and Iskander missiles.

The maneuvers are taking place in the southern military district, which consists of Russian regions in the south.

A Moscow court has ordered a Russian journalist who covered the trials of the late Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny and other dissidents must  remain in custody pending an investigation and trial on charges of extremism.

Antonina Favorskaya was arrested in March. 

She is accused of collecting material, producing and editing videos and publications for Navalny's Foundation for Fighting Corruption, which had been outlawed as extremist by Russian authorities, according to court officials.

Today, Moscow's Basmanny district court ordered that she remain in custody until at least 3 August.

Kira Yarmysh, Navalny's spokeswoman, said earlier that Ms Favorskaya did not publish anything on the foundation's platforms and suggested that Russian authorities have targeted her because she was doing her job as a journalist.

Former Fox News presenter Tucker Carlson has launched his own show in Russia.

The controversial US media personality, who this year became the first Western journalist to interview Vladimir Putin since Russia invaded Ukraine, will host his show on the state-owned Russia 24 (Rossiya 24).

In the first episode, Carlson will discuss the dangers of ticks and Lyme disease.

Who is Carlson?

Carlson, who has been a vocal supporter of Mr Putin in the past, was sacked from Fox News in April last year.

He took up the prime-time weekday evenings spot on Fox News in 2016 with his show Tucker Carlson Tonight, and quickly established himself as a key player in the network and an influential voice in Republican politics.

The presenter often embraced conspiracy theories and far-right issues. He repeatedly questioned the efficacy of COVID vaccines and compared mandates to "Nazi experiments".

While he found success with viewers, his inflammatory comments caused some advertisers to distance themselves from the programme.

After his departure from Fox News he rebooted his show on X last year, calling Elon Musk's site the last big remaining platform to allow free speech.

Ukraine says it has destroyed the last Russian warship armed with cruise missiles that was stationed on the occupied peninsula of Crimea.

It comes after we reported earlier comments by Ukraine's military, which said they had hit the Russian missile ship Tsiklon (see post at 3.09pm).

Ukraine's military reported conducting a long-range attack that destroyed the Russian minesweeping navy vessel on Sunday and said it needed more time to confirm what else had been damaged.

"According to updated information, the Ukrainian defence forces hit a Russian project 22800 Tsiklon missile ship in Sevastopol, on the night of 19 May," the general staff said today.

The Ukrainian navy later said on X that the vessel had been "destroyed".

Ukrainian navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk said the Tsiklon was Russia's "last cruise missile carrier" based on the peninsula.

Tsiklon never fired a cruise missile while on active service, Mr Pletenchuk said in televised comments.

Crimea was annexed by Russia in 2014 and is home to Russia's Black Sea Fleet headquarters at Sevastopol.

The Russian defence ministry has not commented.

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Microsoft wants to make Windows an AI operating system, launches Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft wants to bring generative AI to the forefront of Windows — and the PCs running it.

At a pair of keynotes during its annual Build developer conference this week, the company unveiled a new lineup of Windows machines it’s calling Copilot+ PCs, plus generative AI-powered features like Recall, which helps users find apps, files and other content they’ve viewed in the past. Copilot, Microsoft’s brand of generative AI, will soon be far more deeply integrated into the Windows 11 experience. And new Microsoft Surface devices are on the way.

We’ve rounded up all the major announcements from Monday and Tuesday here.

Volumetric Apps

Microsoft is bringing Windows Volumetric Apps — basically spatially aware, interactive VR apps — to Meta Quest headsets. Through a partnership with Meta, Microsoft says that it’ll deliver Windows 365 and local PC connectivity to Quest headsets, enabling developers to extend their apps into 3D space.

During Tuesday’s keynote, Microsoft showed off a digital exploded 3D view of an Xbox controller from the perspective of a Meta Quest 3 headset — a digital object the wearer could manipulate with their hands. “We’re deepening our partnership with Meta to make Windows a first-class experience on Quest devices,” Pavan Davuluri, CVP of Windows and devices at Microsoft, said during the demo.

Developers can  sign up for a preview  to receive access to Microsoft’s new volumetric API.

Copilot+ PCs

Copilot+ PCs are Microsoft’s vision of AI-first, flagship Windows hardware. All include dedicated chips called NPUs to power AI experiences like Recall. And they ship with 16GB of RAM minimum, paired with SSD storage.

The first Copilot+ PCs will pack Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite and Plus chips, which Microsoft claims delivers up to 15 hours of web browsing and 20 hours of video battery life. Chipmakers Intel and AMD are also committed to building processors for Copilot+ devices in partnership with a range of manufacturers, including Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo and Samsung.

Copilot+ PCs start at $999, and some are available for preorder today.

Surface Pro and Surface Laptop

Microsoft’s newly unveiled Surface devices, the Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, focus on performance and battery.

The latest Surface Laptop — available with a 13.8- or 15-inch display — has been redesigned with “modern lines” and thinner screen bezels. It lasts up to 22 hours on a charge and is up to 86% faster than the Surface Laptop 5, the company says. It also supports Wi-Fi 7 and has a haptic feedback touchpad.

As for the new Surface Pro, Microsoft says it’s up to 90% faster than the previous-gen Surface Pro (the Surface Pro 9), and it sports a new OLED with HDR display, Wi-Fi 7 (and optional 5G) and an upgraded ultrawide front-facing camera. Also, its detachable keyboard — which has been reinforced with additional carbon fiber — now has haptic feedback.

Windows 11’s forthcoming Recall feature can “remember” apps and content a user accessed on their PC weeks or even months ago, for example helping them to find a Discord chat where they were discussing clothes they were considering buying. Users can use Recall’s timeline to “scroll back” to see what they were working on in the recent past and drill down in files like PowerPoint presentations to surface info potentially relevant to their searches.

Microsoft says that Recall can create associations between colors, images and more to let users search for practically anything on their PCs in natural language (not dissimilar to startup Rewind’s tech); developers will be able to improve Recall by adding contextual information to their apps. And Microsoft claims all user data associated with Recall is kept private and on-device — and not used to train AI models, importantly.

Here’s more from Microsoft: “Your snapshots are yours; they stay locally on your PC. You can delete individual snapshots, adjust and delete ranges of time in Settings, or pause at any point right from the icon in the System Tray on your Taskbar. You can also filter apps and websites from ever being saved.”

Image editing and live translations

There’s now more AI in Windows than ever and some of it exclusively on the new Copilot+ PCs.

A new feature called Super Resolution can restore old photos by automatically upscaling them. And Copilot can now analyze images to give users ideas for creative compositions. Through a feature called Cocreator, users can generate images and also ask the AI model to follow what they’re drawing to change or restyle the image.

Elsewhere, Live Captions with live translations translates any audio that passes through a PC — whether from YouTube or a local file — into the language of the user’s choosing. Live translations will initially support around 40 languages, including English, Spanish, Mandarin and Russian.

A separate but related new feature in Microsoft Edge offers real-time video translation on sites like LinkedIn, YouTube, Coursera, Reuters, CNBC, Bloomberg and more. Set to become available in the near future, the feature — which supports the translation of Spanish into English and English to German, Hindi, Italian, Russian and Spanish — translates spoken content through both dubbing and subtitles live.

Team Copilot and extensions

Team Copilot is the latest expansion of Microsoft’s growing Copilot suite of generative AI tech. It integrates with Teams, the company’s videoconferencing app, to help manage meeting agendas and take notes that anyone in a meeting can co-author. And it extends to Loop and Planner, Microsoft’s collaboration and planning platforms, to create and assign tasks, track deadlines and notify team members when their input’s needed.

In somewhat related Copilot news, Microsoft has launched (in private preview) Copilot Extensions , which allow developers to extend GitHub’s code-generating tool GitHub Copilot with third-party apps and skills. Launch partners include DataStax, Docker and LambdaTest; extensions will live in the GitHub Marketplace, but developers will also be able to create their own private extensions to integrate with their internal systems and APIs.

Windows Copilot Runtime

Powering capabilities such as Recall and Super Resolution is the Windows Copilot Runtime, a collection of ~40 generative AI models that make up what Microsoft describes as “a new layer” of Windows. In tandem with the semantic index, a vector-based system local to an individual Copilot+ PC, the Windows Copilot Runtime allows generative AI-powered apps — including third-party apps — to run without necessarily needing an internet connection.

“[The runtime] consists of ready-to-use AI APIs like Studio Effects, Live Captions translations, OCR, Recall with user activity and [more], which will be available to developers in June,” Davuluri said on Tuesday.

Microsoft says that CapCut, the popular video editor from TikTok owner ByteDance, will use the Windows Copilot Runtime and accompanying new Windows Copilot Library, a set of APIs and AI dev tools, to speed up its AI features. And Meta will add the aforementioned Studio Effects to WhatsApp to deliver features such as background blur and eye contact during video calls.

Upgraded bot builders

Azure AI Studio, the toolset within Microsoft’s  Azure OpenAI Service  that lets customers combine an AI model and build an app that “reasons over” that data, will soon allow developers to create apps using pay-as-you-go inference APIs — the APIs through which developers can access and fine-tune generative AI models hosted on Azure infrastructure. Microsoft calls this “model-as-a-service,” and it’s launching with models from Nixtla and Core42 to start.

In the adjacent Copilot Studio product suite, Microsoft is launching Copilot agents, which the company describes as AI bots that can “independently orchestrate tasks tailored to specific roles and functions.” (Copilot Studio provides tools to connect  Copilot for Microsoft 365 , the AI-powered “copilot” in apps like Excel and Word, to third-party data.) Leveraging memory and knowledge of context, Copilot agents can navigate various types of business workflows, learning from user feedback and asking for help when they encounter situations they don’t know how to handle.

Snapdragon Dev Kit

There’s a new dev kit from Qualcomm aimed at developers building apps for Arm-chip-packing Copilot+ PCs

The $899.99 Snapdragon Dev Kit for Windows — which measures around the same width, height and length as Apple’s Mac Mini, incidentally — houses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite chip paired with 32GB of RAM, 512GB of storage and lots of I/O. The Dev Kit supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, and, via its various USB-C and HDMI ports, it can drive up to three 4K monitors at once.

Microsoft announced an addition to its generative AI model family Phi, Phi-3-vision, that can do general visual analysis and reasoning tasks, such as answering questions about charts and images. The model can read both text and images and is efficient enough to run on a mobile device.

Phi-3-vision is available in preview, while the model’s previously announced text-only counterparts — Phi-3-mini, Phi-3-small and Phi-3-medium — are now generally available.

Partnership with Khan Academy

Microsoft is teaming up with Khan Academy to donate access to cloud compute infrastructure, allowing Khan Academy to offer educators in the U.S. free access to Khan Academy’s AI-powered tools. The two companies will also collaborate to explore opportunities to improve AI apps for math tutoring through generative AI, Microsoft said on Tuesday.

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