Strategic Editorial Leader, Advancement

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 183,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work up to 3 days/week

UC Benefits

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley seeks a Senior Editorial Director to lead UDAR’s communications strategy and editorial execution across print, digital, and multimedia content in support of fundraising priorities and the campus campaign.

The role partners with senior management and campus leaders to shape long- and short-term communications, serving as a primary advancement spokesperson and coordinating with cross‑functional partners to deliver high-impact messaging.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of strategic communications principles across print, digital, multimedia, and media relations.
• Ability to advise senior leadership on complex, confidential issues and to communicate clearly.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and performance management for professional staff.
• Experience in aligning editorial output with fundraising priorities and institutional missions.
• Proficiency in coordinating with campus partners and managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a ten-person editorial and multimedia team, including managers and editors.
• Oversee strategy, development, and execution of ERMC communications across channels.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop long- and short-term communications plans.
• Represent UDAR editorial with campus meetings and media inquiries.
• Ensure high-quality communications delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Editorial direction

Media relations

Team management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

University of California, Berkeley seeks a Senior Editorial Director to lead UDAR’s communications strategy and editorial execution across print, digital, and multimedia content in support of fundraising priorities and the campus campaign.

The role partners with senior management and campus leaders to shape long- and short-term communications, serving as a primary advancement spokesperson and coordinating with cross‑functional partners to deliver high-impact messaging.