Editorial Director: Alumni Magazine & Major Publications

Smith College; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith College in Northampton, MA seeks an Editorial Director to lead the Smith Quarterly and other major publications produced in partnership with Admissions and Advancement. This senior editor moves fluidly between long-form features and shorter pieces, guiding production timelines and budgets with journalistic rigor.

The role requires an experienced writer/editor who can mentor staff, collaborate across divisions, and align storytelling with fundraising and enrollment goals while championing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Journalism, English, Communications or related field.
• 8+ years editing, writing, or publishing experience.
• Working knowledge of InDesign or similar tools.
• Expertise in long-form writing and substantive editing.
• Ability to manage complex publication production processes.
• Experience managing budgets and freelance contributors.
• Excellent news judgement and story idea development.
• Experience collaborating with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Smith Quarterly editorial direction, content and voice; manage budgets.
• Oversee production with design, photography and vendors; supervise freelancers.
• Mentor writers/editors; build editorial board and relationships across divisions.
• Manage editorial calendars and production schedules across publications.
• Identify, develop and edit stories across magazines and donor materials.
• Stay current on trends in higher education communications and alum engagement.

Skills

Exceptional writing and editing

Strong editorial vision

Manage production timelines

Collaborative work style

Audience-centered editorial instincts

Detail-oriented and deadline-driven

Digital publishing familiarity

Independent project leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English, Communications

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

InDesign

Job description

Smith College in Northampton, MA seeks an Editorial Director to lead the Smith Quarterly and other major publications produced in partnership with Admissions and Advancement. This senior editor moves fluidly between long-form features and shorter pieces, guiding production timelines and budgets with journalistic rigor.

The role requires an experienced writer/editor who can mentor staff, collaborate across divisions, and align storytelling with fundraising and enrollment goals while championing