EDITORIAL DIRECTOR
St. Joseph's College New York - Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101![St. Joseph's College New York](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.The Office of Marketing and Communications oversees all advertising, creates brand awareness and manages publicity, creative production and promotions for internal and external audiences. Candidates should have a demonstrated track record of effectively managing a creative staff and creating an atmosphere of collaboration, creativity, innovation and trust. Familiarity with the latest trends in video marketing, digital publishing, social media and emerging tools and trends for reaching both new and traditional audiences is a plus.With vibrant campuses in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn and Patchogue, the editorial director will be primarily based at our off-site facility in Great River, but will have occasional travel to both campuses. Occasional evening and weekend event coverage will also be required.Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Sets the editorial tone, direction and execution for all of St. Joseph’s marketing materials, which include print and digital communications, SJNY Magazine, the President’s Report, the president’s electronic newsletter, the University’s website and the University’s news magazine platform, OnCampus.sjny.edu.Collects, generates, edits and drives content across multiple platforms, including recruitment materials, advertising, social media, and the University’s website and magazine news platform.Manages the editorial team for content development, marketing copywriting, proofreading, interns and freelancers (as needed).Writes, edits and provides final review on all print and digital projects, including publications, online news stories and profiles, SJNY Magazine and Web pages.Works with key stakeholders across the Long Island and Brooklyn campuses to establish voices and identities for various academic units and recruitment communications.Directs video, copy and ancillary support scheduling for print and digital communications. Creates and edits video, as needed.Leads weekly content meetings with marketing and communications staff members.Makes key connections that will spur innovative and creative ideas.Provides leadership for the creative team through brainstorms and team meetings.Maintains exceptional quality of all content and ensures compliance to all standards.Tracks and updates University statistics, as necessary.Identifies opportunities to increase content distribution and exposure.Analyzes and recommends strategies to improve content generation, placement and overall workflow.Monitors projects from conceptualization to implementation.Performs related duties, as required.Functional Relationships—Departments with which this position interacts:
All departments, both campuses.This position is based on the St. Joseph’s University – Long Island Campus. Occasional travel to the Brooklyn Campus will be required.Level of supervisory oversight: Minimal. Due to the nature of the work and the fast-paced environment in which it is produced, the editor must demonstrate the ability to carry out job duties and responsibilities collaboratively and with minimal supervisory oversight.Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, marketing or a related field. Demonstrated editorial experience of at least 7 years; 3 years working in a marketing or related role.Skills/Abilities:
Exceptional writing, copyediting and analytical skills.Ability to manage an editorial team and lead editorial meetings.A proven innovative leader.A strong manager of creative employees.Professional acumen to develop relationships with various types and levels of leaders and individuals.An ability to clearly develop and articulate a strategic vision.Proven experience working in a dynamic environment.Ability to multi-task and handle the pressures of aggressive deadlines.Exceptional organizational, quality-focused project management skills.Manage multiple projects and multiple deadlines concurrently.Mastery of the new media and digital marketplace.Strong photography skills a plus. WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite experience also a plus.Salary Range:
$80,000 - $95,000Please send a resume, cover letter and three writing samples to the attention of Jessica McAleer Decatur at MarketingJobs@sjny.edu.
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