Content Writer, Homes.comJob DescriptionCoStar Group Company Intro: CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings for our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.Homes.com Homes.com is already one of the fastest-growing real estate portals in the industry, we are driven to be #1. Just ask Brad Bellflower, Chief Change Officer at Apartments.com. After its acquisition in 2014, Apartments.com quickly turned into the most popular place to find a place. Proven success at the highest level – and we’re doing it again with the new Homes.com. Homes.com is a CoStar Group company with 20+ years' experience in leading and growing digital marketplaces. We pride ourselves on continually improving, innovating, and setting the standard for property search and marketing experiences. With Homes.com we’re building a brand on the cusp of defining the industry. We’re looking for big thinkers, brave leaders, and creative advertising wizards ready to influence a new age of homebuying within a tried-and-true, award-winning company. Learn more about Homes.com.Role Description: As a Content Writer, you’ll be a part of a dynamic, motivated team that strives to produce the best content in our industry. Through expert research, reporting and interviewing you’ll write about cities, neighborhoods, schools and parks across the country to best inform consumers who are shopping for a home. This content will help homebuyers discover communities and drive decisions on residential real estate.Responsibilities:
Research and report on cities, neighborhoods, schools and parks to write local guides and video scripts for prospective home buyers.
Conduct telephone interviews with real estate agents and others to capture an insider’s view of neighborhoods across the country.
Conduct occasional site visits to meet with member agents and neighborhood residents to gather first-hand research for local guides.
Work with editors to ensure that a consistent brand voice is delivered across all content.
Collaborate across a variety of teams including voiceover, photo, and video to produce cohesive content and ensure narratives, scripts and shot lists sync with the project’s directives.
Manage concurrent projects at a range of stages, from concept through production.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, creative writing, English, marketing or communications from an accredited, not-for-profit university or college.
A track record of commitment to prior employers.
3-5 years of writing/editing experience.
Evidence of strong academic performance in college.
Experience following Associated Press Stylebook (AP Stylebook) guidelines.
Proven track record of delivering high-quality content adhering to deadlines and deliverables.
Strong research skills, including first-party telephone interviews, to develop content.
Strong editing and prooing skills.
Strong verbal and written skills.
Excellent grammar and spelling.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Ability to multi-task assignments through multiple stages of production.
Highly collaborative team player.
What’s in it for you? Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. In addition to generous compensation and performance-based incentives, you'll be supported in both your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program.Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to):
Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
Commuter and parking benefits
401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
On-site fitness center
Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks
We welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full-time in the United States to apply. However, please note that CoStar is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.This role offers 4 days a week onsite with 1 day remote.#LI-SY1CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testingCoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 37 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable products and services. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry and for our customers. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.CoStar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CoStar is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access www.costargroup.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 1-855-840-1715 or by sending an email to recruiting@costargroup.com .