Editorial Director
Core
Leads the development and production of Smith College's flagship print and digital publication (the Smith Quarterly) and major publications for Admissions and Advancement, focusing on audience-centered storytelling to support fundraising and enrollment.
Role type
Senior Editorial Director
Builds
Flagship alum magazine, institutional viewbooks, case statements, donor reports, and campaign materials
Domain
Higher Education / Institutional Communications
Required skills
Long-form feature writing, substantive editing, editorial judgment, budget management, freelance contributor contracting, production timeline management, InDesign proficiency
Preferred skills
Graduate degree in Journalism/English/Communications, experience editing alumni/institutional magazines, digital publishing platform familiarity, multimedia storytelling experience
Technologies
InDesign
Responsibilities
Conceive and execute ambitious storytelling; manage editorial calendars and production schedules; oversee print production and vendor relationships; manage publication budgets; lead and develop a team of writers and editors; cultivate story ideas across diverse audiences
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team management