Remote Editorial Content Lead - Strategy & Publishing

U.S. Green Building Council, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Healthcare plan (Cigna) including med,

Paid time off and holidays

Renewal leave after years of service

Job summary

USGBC is seeking an Editorial Content Manager to lead content strategy for usgbc.org and USGBC+, writing and editing articles, coordinating freelance editors, and managing the editorial calendar. You’ll collaborate with teams across product management, marketing, and advocacy to deliver high‑impact programs.

You’ll report to the Director of Global Corporate Communications and contribute to employee communications, executive messaging, and cross‑functional content initiatives that advance USGBC

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in writing, editing, communications, marketing, publications, project management, digital and content strategy, or related areas.
• Experience managing publications workflow and working with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead editor of the USGBC+ digital magazine; write, edit, and publish content on the platform. Source photos and graphics.
• Grow content strategy and launch new features in alignment with USGBC goals.
• Manage the editorial calendar, ensuring on-time delivery of content.
• Source and assign content that enhances USGBC’s voice and authority in the industry.
• Manage content development work by freelancers and internal writers.
• Define and hone content marketing strategy for each distinct usgbc.org audience.
• Direct the USGBC priority topics editorial strategy, including working with numerous LEED Fellows.
• Write and edit articles contributed by internal and external authors, ensuring that content aligns with USGBC priorities and campaigns.
• Optimize campaign content and strategy based on readership metrics.
• Manage the schedule and publication of online articles.
• Serve as editor and publisher of the monthly employee/staff newsletter.
• Assist with the development of executive communications content, as needed.

Skills

English grammar

AP style

Web publishing

Editorial terms

Data analytics

Creative thinking

Curiosity

Content integration

Customer journey

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field

Job description

USGBC is seeking an Editorial Content Manager to lead content strategy for usgbc.org and USGBC+, writing and editing articles, coordinating freelance editors, and managing the editorial calendar. You’ll collaborate with teams across product management, marketing, and advocacy to deliver high‑impact programs.

You’ll report to the Director of Global Corporate Communications and contribute to employee communications, executive messaging, and cross‑functional content initiatives that advance USGBC