Position Details
Position Information

Posting date 10/01/2024

Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1011828

Position Title Digital Editor

Department this Position Reports to Dartmouth Alumni Magazine

Hiring Range Minimum $54,200

Hiring Range Maximum $70,000

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule
M-F 8-5

This position offers a fully remote, hybrid or on-site work arrangement.

Location of Position
Hanover, NH

For staff working onsite/hybrid or remote staff visiting our offices, we are located in Hanover, NH 7 Lebanon Street.

Remote Work Eligibility? Remote eligible

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.
Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose
Responsible for creating, developing and managing Dartmouth Alumni Magazine’s web and social media presence. Conceives and execute ideas for stories, photos, videos, graphics and audio. Responsible for writing and reporting for the print magazine.

Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or equivalent.
Three years’ experience in web publishing; producing, writing and managing online content, knowledge of HTML and experience with content management systems.
Social media savvy, with the skills and understanding necessary to successfully engage an upscale, sophisticated audience and grow an online following.
Solid writing and editing skills and experience (print preferred), and a sharp eye for proofreading and design.
An impeccable command of the English language—proper mechanics, grammar, and syntax should be second nature.
Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills, with the ability to be a team player while working autonomously.
Strong skills in decision-making, news judgment, problem-solving, project management, working on deadline, and interpersonal interaction.
Ability to think strategically and creatively.
Excellent computer skills and experience using CMS , e.g., Drupal.
Excellent news judgment combined with a fine-tuned sensibility of when and where to take risks.
A comprehensive understanding of editorial best practices, including SEO .
Knowledge of e-mail marketing tools and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Drupal experience.
Experience with social media platforms, content techniques and measurement.
Experience writing and editing original and sourced digital content.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Cindy Hodgdon Welch

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3925

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Cindy Hodgdon Welch

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-3925

Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/75907

Key Accountabilities

Description
Creates, develops and manages content for the magazine’s web and social media presence (requires working with content management software and managing vendor relationships). Works closely with Editor to manage and prioritize content creation and ensures that content always support brand image, goals and objectives. Helps develop a comprehensive social media strategy for the magazine. Implements SEO practices for all digital content. Continuously identifies new ways to develop, implement and support social content, marketing strategies and programs. Acquires art and photography for digital use and maintains digital photo, audio, and video library, in consultation with art director. Responds as necessary to all comments and questions of on-line social communications.

Percentage Of Time 60

Description
Writes, edits and works with the editors to provide editorial content to the print magazine.

Percentage Of Time 15

Description
Designs and executes monthly bulk e-mail broadcasts, employing approved tools and protocols.

Percentage Of Time 10

Description
Works with the developers to assess any technical challenges in displaying the content. Monitors website for quality control (correcting links, typos, formatting errors, removing out-of-date content). Monitors and reports on website traffic and activity to assist in formulating and evaluating web strategy and priorities.

Percentage Of Time 5

Description
Stays abreast of digital communications best practices, including security issues, and identifies realistic opportunities for improvement for the magazine.

Percentage Of Time 5

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Performs other duties as assigned. 5%

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