Senior Content Strategist and Magazine Editor
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Aug 25, 2021
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Title
Senior Content Strategist and Magazine Editor
Additional Information
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Develop editorial content that relates to Ball State’s constituents; assign stories; manage the collection, writing, and editing of all magazine content; ensure successful execution of the magazine’s design, layout, production, and distribution; collaborate to ensure the content and visual elements advance a consistent and compelling voice; with support, manage freelance staff and vendors; advise relevant staff about magazine style issues; develop and maintain editorial policies and publishing requirements; research and assess the magazine’s communications effectiveness; respond to correspondence, including story submissions, complaints and questions; maintain an advisory board that provides feedback and story ideas; collaborate to develop content for and help maintain the magazine’s website and other interactive components; with support, oversee production of publications and resolve problems; monitor and adhere to project production schedules; communicate routinely and thoroughly with leadership about work progress, and as a senior content strategist, work with members of the university community, including department leaders and faculty, crafting brand-defining content across web, social, and print platforms while at the same time working with campus partners to build awareness about strategic content needs and the most appropriate channels to disseminate that information.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
At least five years of professional experience in journalism, public relations, communications or related field.
Minimum Other
Demonstrated excellence in writing, content editing, and copyediting; interpersonal and project management skills; ability to clearly and persuasively communicate concepts and ideas essential.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or related field from an accredited institution.
Preferred Experience
More than five years of professional experience overseeing planning, editing, and production of quality print and online publications; supervisory experience.
Preferred Other
Demonstrated knowledge of higher education and how to create content that reflect institutional culture, mission, brand and priorities in ways that encourage interest and support.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
University Relations and Communications:140150
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
gmfallon@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Craft strategic, creative plans for Ball State’s print and online magazine that illustrate Ball State’s key brand messages and strategic goals. Develop engaging stories that illuminate achievements of a diverse campus and alumni community and illustrate processes of learning and discovery that enrich the lives of our students and graduates.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Form, manage and coach fluid teams of writers, graphics designers, photographers and digital strategists to create and distribute content across multiple platforms. Work with our magazine editorial board, campus leadership and others to identify key messages and compelling stories.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Create story ideas and plans that give balanced coverage of important news and inspiring stories representing a range of academic departments and constituents. Compose concise, inviting text for features, ads, news stories, press releases, headlines, captions, web pages, social media posts and more.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Team with student interns, staff writers and freelancers throughout the story process. Copyedit, fact-check, proof all print and online content to ensure flow, consistency, accuracy. When appropriate, connect content to key brand messages.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Conceptualize and clarify graphic needs for all print and online content. Offer ideas and guidance to photographers and designers. Collaborate with our art director to ensure story highlights and themes are enhanced by graphics choices.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget. oversee production of publications and resolve problems; monitor and adhere to project production schedules.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Communicate routinely and thoroughly with leadership about work progress, and as a senior content strategist, work with members of the university community, including department leaders and faculty, crafting brand-defining content across web, social, and print platforms while at the same time working with campus partners to build awareness about strategic content needs and the most appropriate channels to disseminate that information
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Advise relevant staff about magazine style issues; develop and maintain editorial policies and publishing requirements; research and assess the magazine’s communications effectiveness; respond to correspondence, including story submissions, complaints and questions; maintain an advisory board that provides feedback and story ideas; collaborate to develop content for and help maintain the magazine’s website and other interactive components.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
As a senior content strategist, work with members of the University community, including department leaders and faculty, crafting brand-defining content across web, social, and print platforms while at the same time working with campus partners to build awareness about strategic content needs and the most appropriate channels to disseminate that information.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202100796P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
10/04/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
08/25/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
09/22/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Title
Senior Content Strategist and Magazine Editor
Additional Information
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Develop editorial content that relates to Ball State’s constituents; assign stories; manage the collection, writing, and editing of all magazine content; ensure successful execution of the magazine’s design, layout, production, and distribution; collaborate to ensure the content and visual elements advance a consistent and compelling voice; with support, manage freelance staff and vendors; advise relevant staff about magazine style issues; develop and maintain editorial policies and publishing requirements; research and assess the magazine’s communications effectiveness; respond to correspondence, including story submissions, complaints and questions; maintain an advisory board that provides feedback and story ideas; collaborate to develop content for and help maintain the magazine’s website and other interactive components; with support, oversee production of publications and resolve problems; monitor and adhere to project production schedules; communicate routinely and thoroughly with leadership about work progress, and as a senior content strategist, work with members of the university community, including department leaders and faculty, crafting brand-defining content across web, social, and print platforms while at the same time working with campus partners to build awareness about strategic content needs and the most appropriate channels to disseminate that information.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
At least five years of professional experience in journalism, public relations, communications or related field.
Minimum Other
Demonstrated excellence in writing, content editing, and copyediting; interpersonal and project management skills; ability to clearly and persuasively communicate concepts and ideas essential.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or related field from an accredited institution.
Preferred Experience
More than five years of professional experience overseeing planning, editing, and production of quality print and online publications; supervisory experience.
Preferred Other
Demonstrated knowledge of higher education and how to create content that reflect institutional culture, mission, brand and priorities in ways that encourage interest and support.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
University Relations and Communications:140150
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
gmfallon@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Craft strategic, creative plans for Ball State’s print and online magazine that illustrate Ball State’s key brand messages and strategic goals. Develop engaging stories that illuminate achievements of a diverse campus and alumni community and illustrate processes of learning and discovery that enrich the lives of our students and graduates.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Form, manage and coach fluid teams of writers, graphics designers, photographers and digital strategists to create and distribute content across multiple platforms. Work with our magazine editorial board, campus leadership and others to identify key messages and compelling stories.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Create story ideas and plans that give balanced coverage of important news and inspiring stories representing a range of academic departments and constituents. Compose concise, inviting text for features, ads, news stories, press releases, headlines, captions, web pages, social media posts and more.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Team with student interns, staff writers and freelancers throughout the story process. Copyedit, fact-check, proof all print and online content to ensure flow, consistency, accuracy. When appropriate, connect content to key brand messages.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Conceptualize and clarify graphic needs for all print and online content. Offer ideas and guidance to photographers and designers. Collaborate with our art director to ensure story highlights and themes are enhanced by graphics choices.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget. oversee production of publications and resolve problems; monitor and adhere to project production schedules.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Communicate routinely and thoroughly with leadership about work progress, and as a senior content strategist, work with members of the university community, including department leaders and faculty, crafting brand-defining content across web, social, and print platforms while at the same time working with campus partners to build awareness about strategic content needs and the most appropriate channels to disseminate that information
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Advise relevant staff about magazine style issues; develop and maintain editorial policies and publishing requirements; research and assess the magazine’s communications effectiveness; respond to correspondence, including story submissions, complaints and questions; maintain an advisory board that provides feedback and story ideas; collaborate to develop content for and help maintain the magazine’s website and other interactive components.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
As a senior content strategist, work with members of the University community, including department leaders and faculty, crafting brand-defining content across web, social, and print platforms while at the same time working with campus partners to build awareness about strategic content needs and the most appropriate channels to disseminate that information.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202100796P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
10/04/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
08/25/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
09/22/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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