Basic Qualifications
Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications to be considered for this role:

• A minimum of three years of work experience in a writing, marketing, producing, or communications role, or related transferable experience;
• Excellent writing and multimedia skills; Ability to adapt voice and tone to audience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• BA/BS in a related field
• Experience developing written and/or multimedia communications for digital marketing channels;
• Proven experience using marketing communications to drive higher levels of digital engagement across a wide variety of channels, especially social media and email; Must be able to think strategically and integrate strategy across a variety of marketing channels;
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or other social media creator tools as well as proven experience creating engaging and original mobile video content strongly preferred;
• Experience in writing marketing copy for social media (and preferably email)
• Experience overseeing content creation for social platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram; Demonstrable success building engaged community across social networks;
• Adept at using social media management platforms, listening, and analytics tools (Sprout Social) strongly preferred;
• Strong project management, partnership building, and interpersonal skills a must; ability to cooperate and collaborate with a variety of constituents with multiple interests and varying levels of authority;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Able to work independently and part of a team with an ability to function effectively in a highly complex organizational environment;
• Must possess and regularly use sound judgment.

Additional Information
Harvard University supports a hybrid workplace model which will actively support some remote work. Specific days and schedules for on-site work and remote work will be discussed during the interview process. Please note hybrid workers must reside in a state where Harvard is registered to do business (CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA).
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Position Description
Position Description

• Creates and manages the posting of a broad array of digital content including, but not limited to, written social media posts; Instagram reels; social media video; marketing email copy; and digital newsletter content; plans and schedules content through a platform like Sprout Social.
• Helps to manage Harvard University Press's social media presence across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube with a collective following of more than 560,000; Supports growth strategies for social media following and engagement across multiple platforms. Demonstrates confidence and judgment in representing Harvard University Press on digital channels;
• Manages marketing schedules and day-to-day implementation of audience engagement strategies, including curating the Press's content, posting/responding on social channels, and in emails and email newsletters; Identifies new ways to talk and engage with academics and general readers online;
• Develops and maintains deep content knowledge about Harvard University Press's books and authors, serving as a resource for the Press's overall content strategy and monthly newsletters;
• As needed, supports marketing operations and project management needs by helping to manage book data in Biblio and social media editorial calendars;
• Manages Harvard University Press's social listening strategy, staying on top of all references and mentions of its books and authors across social platforms;
• Provides social media coverage at events that may occur outside of standard office hours;
• Evening and weekend work on Harvard University Press's social channels is occasionally required.
• Other duties assigned.

EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Summary
Harvard University Press seeks a full-time digital content producer responsible for creating and sharing content across all digital marketing platforms (social media, email, web, audio, text messaging) focusing on social media communications. This content includes long and short-form marketing writing, written social media posts as well as video and reel content.
The Digital Content Producer is an excellent writer and communicator with a strong background in developing social media and other digital content for marketing and editorial purposes and using storytelling to drive digital engagement. This position creates much of the content for the Harvard University Press social media accounts, with a collective following of 560,000 , disseminating compelling messaging-both written and multimedia-to a global audience, driving digital audience engagement with Harvard University Press's books and authors, and aligning social strategy with the Press's overarching content strategy.
This position requires a strong command of digital marketing principles and excellent communications skills with a demonstrated ability to drive engagement through digital channels and develop thoughtful content strategies to promote Harvard University Press's books.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Work Format Details
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.