Marketing & Communications Content Specialist

Nashville Public Radio; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grand in Surprise, AZ is seeking a Content Specialist to create compelling content across print and digital channels, promoting resident programs, amenities, and community initiatives. You will coordinate Grand Lifestyles magazine submissions, manage editorial workflows, maintain brand voice, and collaborate with departments to tell stories that matter to residents and prospective homeowners.

Strong writing, interview skills, and experience with editorial calendars are required; salary is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, digital media, journalism or related field.
• 2–3 years of marketing or communication experience.
• Ability to drive multiple content projects with overlapping timeframes.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling copy for websites, blogs, email campaigns, print collateral and other materials for current and prospective residents.
• Maintain editorial calendar aligned with strategic priorities, events, and communication objectives.
• Conduct interviews with residents, staff, volunteers, board members, and community stakeholders to develop stories.
• Research, write, edit, and coordinate content for Grand Lifestyles magazine.
• Serve as a liaison with internal departments and resident groups to ensure timely and accurate magazine production.
• Monitor editorial timelines and proactively communicate upcoming deadlines and content needs to stakeholders.
• Ensure all written communications adhere to The Grand's brand standards, messaging, and copy style guide.
• Serve as a resource for editorial standards, grammar, and writing best practices across the community.
• Write and distribute media advisories and other public relations materials as needed.
• Utilize project management systems, content management platforms, and AI-powered tools to improve workflow efficiency.
• Monitor communication trends and recommend innovative content strategies that enhance resident engagement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Agility with digital platforms

AP Style experience

MS Office proficiency

Resident/inter-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing/communications

2–3 years marketing/communication experience

Tools

Content management systems

AI-assisted tools

Job description

Company Description The Grand is an active adult community in Surprise, Arizona, offering resort-style living across 4,000 acres of beautifully manicured desert. Residents enjoy an extensive amenities package, including four world-class golf courses, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness centers, a spa, and year-round activities and events. Originally developed as Del Webb’s Sun City Grand, the community continues a long-standing legacy of high-caliber active adult living. Reimagined as The Grand, the community focuses on helping residents “live grand” by encouraging wellness, connection, and exploration. The Grand welcomes active adults starting at age 45 and values team members who support an engaging, vibrant resident experience.

Role Description

The Content Specialist is responsible for creating compelling, informative, and engaging content that supports resident engagement and promotes The Grand's brand, programs, amenities, and community initiatives. Serving as the organization's primary writer, this position develops content across print and digital platforms, including magazines, newsletters, websites, blogs, email communications, and public relations materials.

The Content Specialist also plays a key role in the production of Grand Lifestyles magazine by coordinating editorial submissions, managing content workflows, and ensuring projects remain on schedule through the publication process. This position maintains editorial standards, oversees consistency in brand voice and messaging, and collaborates with departments across the organization to identify and communicate stories that matter to residents and prospective homeowners.

Qualifications

• Create compelling copy for websites, blogs, email campaigns, video scripts, print collateral and other materials for current and prospective residents.
• Maintain The Grand’s editorial calendar, ensuring content aligns with strategic priorities, events, and communication objectives.
• Conduct interviews with residents, staff, volunteers, board members, and community stakeholders to develop stories and content.
• Research, write, edit, and coordinate content for Grand Lifestyles magazine.
• Serve as a liaison with internal departments and resident groups to ensure timely and accurate magazine production.
• Monitor editorial timelines and proactively communicate upcoming deadlines and content needs to stakeholders.
• Ensure all written communications adhere to The Grand's brand standards, messaging, and copy style guide.
• Serve as a resource for editorial standards, grammar, and writing best practices across the community.
• Write and distribute media advisories and other public relations materials as needed.
• Utilize project management systems, content management platforms, and AI-powered tools to improve workflow efficiency.
• Monitor communication trends and recommend innovative content strategies that enhance resident engagement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, digital media, journalism or other related discipline preferred
• 2 –3 years’ experience performing a range of marketing or communication duties
• Ability to drive multiple content projects with overlapping timeframes
• Excellent writing and editing skills

Skills

• Must demonstrate agility with various digital platforms and tools
• AP Style experience preferred
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Comfort with working directly with residents and internal teams

**Salary range is $24.00 - $25.00/hour depending on experience.**

**Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening.