Head of Content Strategy & Editorial Excellence

Boston College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for employees

Health, dental & vision insurance

Retirement plans (401k/403b)

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Boston College seeks a Senior Associate Director of Content Strategy to lead Editorial and Communications efforts within University Advancement. You will oversee a team of writers/editors, shape institutional messaging, and manage high-impact donor-focused publications and multimedia.

You will drive audience-centered content planning, ensure consistency with BC's voice, and collaborate across departments to deliver cohesive, cross-functional communications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional writing experience, preferably in a development-related environment.
• Experience managing and developing staff.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, feedback-rich environment.
• Appreciation for mission-driven institutions and commitment to higher education values at Boston College.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial team: manage writers/editors, assign projects, review work, coach growth, ensure deadlines and quality.
• Shape messaging frameworks for University Advancement priorities.
• Oversee content development for donor solicitations, publications, and multimedia.
• Drive strategic content planning aligned with institutional priorities and audience needs.
• Champion audience-centered work with segmentation to build long-term trust.
• Apply BC’s voice and brand standards across segments and publications.
• Source and shape narratives with stakeholders to meet editorial needs.
• Maintain editorial excellence with high copy quality across multiple projects.

Skills

Professional writing

Staff management

Editorial planning

Story sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in communication/English/journalism

Job description

Boston College seeks a Senior Associate Director of Content Strategy to lead Editorial and Communications efforts within University Advancement. You will oversee a team of writers/editors, shape institutional messaging, and manage high-impact donor-focused publications and multimedia.

You will drive audience-centered content planning, ensure consistency with BC's voice, and collaborate across departments to deliver cohesive, cross-functional communications.