Digital Content & Editorial Strategist

University of Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Richmond seeks a Digital Content / Creator Specialist to write and manage content for UR Magazine and URNow, shaping storytelling across digital channels. You will collaborate with University Communications to deploy content that aligns with brand goals and optimizes for search and generative engines.

The role emphasizes strategic editorial development, publication management, and partnership with campus teams while handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, digital content creation, or related field is required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in digital content creation, writing, magazines, marketing communications, and/or journalism.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit content for flagship digital publications to engage audiences and support institutional objectives.
• Manage website content for select publications and platforms; coordinate distribution of digital content.
• Collaborate with campus partners to develop storytelling opportunities and cross-channel campaigns.
• Develop and contribute to editorial strategies for current and new projects; ensure brand messaging consistency.
• Meet deadlines and monitor content performance using defined metrics.

Skills

Brand storytelling

Excellent writing

Content strategy

Interpersonal skills

Editing & proofreading

SEO awareness

Analytics literacy

Digital content management

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/communication/journalism/digital content

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

CMS platforms

Job description

University of Richmond seeks a Digital Content / Creator Specialist to write and manage content for UR Magazine and URNow, shaping storytelling across digital channels. You will collaborate with University Communications to deploy content that aligns with brand goals and optimizes for search and generative engines.

The role emphasizes strategic editorial development, publication management, and partnership with campus teams while handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.