Strategic Editorial & Communications Leader — Remote-Eligible

Inside Philanthropy; Berkeley, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 183,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Senior Editorial Director to lead UDAR's editorial and media relations efforts, guiding the strategy and execution of communications across print, digital, and multimedia platforms. You will partner with senior leadership to shape long- and short-term messaging strategies and act as a key spokesperson for university advancement.

The role oversees the ERMC editorial team, aligning communications with fundraising priorities and campus campaigns,

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and personnel management of professional staff.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic communications plans.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal skills and discretion.
• Experience leading editorial, digital, multimedia, and media relations.
• Knowledge of fundraising communications and campaign needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a ten-person multidisciplinary editorial and multimedia team.
• Oversee strategy, development, and execution of UDAR/editorial communications.
• Advise senior leadership on messaging and media relations.
• Represent UDAR in campus meetings and coordinate with partners.
• Maintain editorial and brand standards across ERMC.
• Support fundraising priorities and campaign communications.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic communications

Editorial leadership

Public relations

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Senior Editorial Director to lead UDAR's editorial and media relations efforts, guiding the strategy and execution of communications across print, digital, and multimedia platforms. You will partner with senior leadership to shape long- and short-term messaging strategies and act as a key spokesperson for university advancement.

The role oversees the ERMC editorial team, aligning communications with fundraising priorities and campus campaigns,