Senior Editor
- North Carolina State University
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
- Category:
Admin-Other Administrative Positions
- Posting Date: 05/25/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193317SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Senior EditorAnticipated Hiring Range
$67,000 - $70,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm, including some nights and weekends; flexible work arrangements availableJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
University CommunicationsAbout the Department
North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 37,000 high-performing students, 9,000 preeminent faculty and staff and 260,000 alumni. NC State is a research-extensive university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We’re also at the forefront of teaching and research in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.
University Communications and Marketing is NC State’s dedicated communications agency. Our team provides leadership, strategy, services and support to advance the NC State brand and help the university achieve its core mission. We work to promote local, national and worldwide visibility for the university and its students, faculty and staff. The office is committed to informing the public and the university community about NC State’s innovative, diverse learning environment, its world-leading scholarship and research, and its unswerving dedication to improving lives by finding practical solutions to real-world problems.
Essential Job Duties
The senior editor provides editorial oversight, guidance and leadership to ensure that key communications initiatives are planned and implemented in accordance with communications best practices, the university’s brand and the strategic goals of UComm and the university. In addition, the position creates original written content in accordance with the abovementioned priorities. The senior editor reports to the director of Editorial Services.
- The position provides copyediting and proofreading services for print and digital materials produced by UComm’s Marketing Communications unit, such as advertisements, brochures, websites, email campaigns and a wide variety of other assets. In this capacity, the position functions as a guardian of voice, tone and editorial style in accordance with NC State’s brand; leads efforts to maintain and improve the quality and consistency of all communications; and ensures that all materials are produced in accordance with key strategic messaging priorities.
- The position is the principal editor for key central communications initiatives, such as the chancellor’s fall address and the chancellor’s annual report.
- The position will rely on an intimate familiarity with AP style and with editorial style in general to implement NC State’s specific editorial style in all writing, editing and proofreading projects. In addition, the position is responsible for maintaining and updating the editorial style guidelines on NC State’s brand site.
- The position conducts training and provides consultation for UComm colleagues and campus partners in areas including writing, editing, editorial style, voice and tone, and other communications topics.
- The position writes news and feature stories for the Bulletin, NC State’s faculty/staff e-newsletter, and for other campus partners.
- The position writes additional original content as needed for such assets as web copy, live remarks and interview scripts, among others.
- The position directly supervises two professional staff in the Editorial Services unit:
- A writer and editor who manages the university’s Email Mass Distribution System; writes news and feature stories for the Bulletin and for other campus partners through UComm’s Marketing Communications unit; and provides editing and proofreading backup for the senior editor.
- A writer and editor who manages the university calendar and who provides writing and editing support to University Human Resources.
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
- Strong news-writing and feature-writing skills, including the ability to conduct interviews and background research and to write compelling, engaging stories.
- Superb copyediting skills, including the ability to catch errors in spelling, grammar and factuality; correct errors in editorial style; impose brand-specific voice and tone; and improve clarity and comprehensibility.
- Ability to perform highly meticulous proofreading of fully designed print and digital communications assets, with superior attention to detail.
- Expert knowledge of AP style.
- General competency in MS Office and Google apps.
- Collaboration skills conducive to building productive relationships with partners and stakeholders throughout the university.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic communications.
- Ability to grasp discipline-specific information and recast it in writing for a general audience without introducing errors or inaccuracies.
- Ability to manage communications projects to ensure timely completion while satisfying client requirements and achieving UComm’s strategic goals.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to work independently, be creative and exercise initiative.
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines while delivering high-quality work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to write different types of copy for a wide range of audiences and purposes, including such assets as web copy, interview scripts and live remarks, among others.
- Ability to develop communications strategy.
- Experience with the WordPress content management system.
- Experience with the Mailchimp email marketing platform.
- General understanding of public relations, issues management and media relations.
- Familiarity with a land-grant university environment.
- Familiarity with a Research I university environment.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
05/25/2023Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
06/02/2023Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
In addition to your application please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Number
00001740Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Public Communication SpecialistPosition Classification Band Level
AdvancedPosition Classification Salary Range
$31,200 - $83,965Salary Grade Equivalency
GN13Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
NoIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
NoDepartment Id
081001 - University CommunicationsAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.