Posted on August 26, 2012

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Associate Director, Editorial Services

The associate director, editorial services is responsible for strategic planning and implementation of key alumni and development communications projects – both print and electronic. This position reports to the director for development communications. The associate director will work closely with the deputy vice president for communications and marketing -- and the chief creative officer – in a client- relationship based environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Envision and execute a variety of communications projects including e-newsletters, talking points, speeches, scripts, reports, advertising copy, brochures, and content for various University web sites, Columbia Magazine, and The Record.
• Create presentations for University leaders, alumni volunteers, and donors.
• Provide overall editorial guidance for the Office of Alumni and Development and manage the style guide.
• Supervise writers –on staff and/or freelance –and collaborate with fellow creative team members on projects to achieve the best product possible.
• Ensure the flow and editorial quality including as necessary projects undertaken by other members of the Alumni and Development communications team.
• Handle alumni and development assignments from start-to-finish.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required and advanced degree desirable.
• Minimum 4 -6 years related experience.

Additional Qualifications:

• Outstanding writing and copy-editing skills are mandatory.
• Should be a versatile and creative communicator who can synthesize complex material and convey it to a general audience.
• Ability to write graceful and accurate prose under pressure.
• The successful applicant must be able to write and publish across a variety of platforms and be comfortable with both new and traditional media.
• Needs to write clearly, accurately, and effectively – whether the assignment is a video script, an e-blast, or a tweet.
• The candidate must think “visually” with the final product in mind.
• Should be prepared to lead as well as participate in teams.
• Needs to handle demanding schedules and deadlines.
• Must complete projects with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with a University setting is a plus.
• Agency experience preferred.
• Some familiarity with HTML, PPT, and content management systems is necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential.

Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. MINORITIES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please visit:
https://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=129716