Senior Writer/Editor
Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
Full-time
Writing / Editing
Posted on March 31, 2024
The Senior Writer/Editor is an integral part of the College Communications team supporting communications and marketing initiatives by developing relevant and engaging content for print and web communications in a style and tone that conveys college-wide branding. Oversees publication operations to include generating story ideas, planning, assigning and editing content, overseeing production schedules and editorial calendars. Produces content across various platforms with a focus on recruitment, enrollment, retention, and reputation.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English or related field required, Master's degree preferred. Five (5) years of experience in content writing and editing required. Knowledge of AP style required and understanding of marketing strategy preferred.
Candidates must submit a writing sample(s) with application.
Compensation within the posted range is determined by a candidate's education level and/or years of experience in the field. Generally, employees are hired in the lower third of the scale.
For Best Consideration Please Apply By: February 12, 2024.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English or related field required, Master's degree preferred. Five (5) years of experience in content writing and editing required. Knowledge of AP style required and understanding of marketing strategy preferred.
Candidates must submit a writing sample(s) with application.
Compensation within the posted range is determined by a candidate's education level and/or years of experience in the field. Generally, employees are hired in the lower third of the scale.
For Best Consideration Please Apply By: February 12, 2024.
- Develop and maintain processes, tools, and strategies for the development and execution of content projects.
- Ensure and adhere to a task-and deadline-driven work-flow by completing the appropriate scope and sequence of work within the timeline required at each phase.
- Problem solve to create high-quality content across multiple platforms maintaining AP and college standard guidelines.
- Ensure all core content is consistent in terms of style, quality and tone of voice
- Coordinate core writing initiatives with the content team to produce original and adapted content that is clear, compelling and credible.
- Assist upper management in developing policies and procedures; monitors compliance with policies and procedures.
- Maintains department records and files, as required.
- Conduct and attend meetings, as required.
- Prepare, analyze and provide reports on miscellaneous subjects, as requested.
- Create multipurpose content that supports the overarching content strategy for content marketing for CCBC. Responsible for writing, editing, repurposing and curating content – and providing insight for disseminating, auditing/updating content to maximize use and engagement.
- Develop content for print and web communications in a style and tone that conveys college-wide brand while also considering the user experience and SEO so that content is both relevant, engaging and easily found.
- Serve as editor and writer for college magazines, annual report and other high-profile publications.
- Responsible for conceiving, assigning, researching, writing and editing/proofing news, feature articles, marketing copy, web content, scripts and more to appeal to diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with team members and generate new ideas and strategies to produce content that tells our story and is shared over multiple platforms.
- Establish and maintain editorial guidelines for CCBC publications.
- Oversee department's electronic content management duties including but not limited to updating website, Sharepoint, and email.
- Manage and maintain internal communications platform to keep employees informed.
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