Senior Writer/Editor

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

Pantheon Data is seeking a talented Senior Writer/Editor to join our team and play a key role in creating compelling and effective communication products for both internal and external audiences. The ideal candidate will be an exceptional writer and editor with a keen eye for detail, able to collaborate with teams to produce clear, concise, and grammatically correct content that aligns with our brand, voice, and style.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with others to create original concepts that result in effective and compelling internal and external communication.
• Write clear, concise, grammatically correct copy that is consistent with approved brand, voice and style.
• Provide editorial expertise in producing catalogs, electronic newsletters and magazine-type publications.
• Manage administrative requirements and requests for information.
• Proactively create action plans to target the correct audience and use sound editorial judgment to determine where communication gaps exist and how to close them.
• Perform final document quality assurance and quality control reviews on communication products prior to distribution to the public (e.g., press releases, informational brochures, briefings).
• Consult relevant information sources to obtain and verify background information.
• Develop outlines and drafts that meet client requirements and regulations.
• Edit copy to comply with in-house and AP style guides.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Local travel may be required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven ability to support communication programs and products, media relations programs, community relations, special events, and photography support.
• Experience in research, conducting interviews, writing, editing, and obtaining release/approval for articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements, including electronic, web based, and hard copy material.
• Proficient in writing, formatting, editing, and maintaining a range of print and digital media Knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards and how to create products that adhere to these standards.
• Thorough knowledge of AP Style.
• Exceptional writer and copy editor.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Ability to function in a face-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to understand highly technical material to disseminate to a wider audience.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, public affairs, or related degree OR a minimum six (6) years of related experience in editing documents working in a military/engineering/technical/research, development, or testing environment.

Clearance Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Work Location

Onsite - Dahlgren, VA; onsite 5 days per week

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.aIn addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at https://pantheon-data.com/careers/

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Pantheon Data is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Pantheon Data is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Equal opportunity legal notices can be viewed on the following PDF: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. You may also view the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Talent Team at Recruiting@pantheon-data.com or by phone (571) 363-4020.

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