Editorial Content Manager

Located in Redmond, Washington, DigiPen Institute of Technology is a private college that offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Game Design, Digital Audio and Music, and Digital Art and Animation, as well as Master’s degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. DigiPen Institute of Technology has been ranked one of the top 10 game design schools in the country by the Princeton Review for more than a decade. To learn more, visit: https://www.digipen.edu/ .

Position Title: Editorial Content Manager

Reports to: Steve Haak

Department: Marketing & Communications (MarComm)

Overview

The Editorial Content Manager is a dynamic role that combines editorial expertise and leadership within DigiPen's Marketing & Communications (MarComm) Department. This individual will lead the planning and creation of engaging written content and oversee institutional editorial production across channels, ensuring DigiPen’s voice, brand, story, and impact are communicated effectively. This position reports to the Director of Design and Creative Services and does not manage any staff.

Key Responsibilities

1. Content Creation:

• • Steer the production of DigiPen’s story-driven content and provide editorial direction on outward-facing communications.
  • Act as the primary writer behind DigiPen’s institutional voice, including student, alumni, and faculty news articles; social media posts; digital ads; and other written communications.
  • Develop and manage monthly prospective student newsletters and craft event-related and targeted communications for a variety of audiences.
  • Serve as MarComm’s main reporter for student, alumni, and faculty spotlight features, campus news items, and academic explainer pieces.

2. Strategy and Planning:

• • Shape DigiPen’s editorial output to keep the brand current, engaging, and reflective of its extended campus community.
  • Work closely with interdepartmental staff to plan and produce social media content and campaigns.
  • Develop comprehensive content strategies that integrate editorial writing across web, social, and marketing channels.

3. Editorial Leadership:

• • Direct the implementation of DigiPen’s brand voice across all written content channels (social media, articles, web content, campaigns, and campus materials).
  • Lead MarComm’s writers in editorial production, planning, and direction.
  • Work with the Vice President of Marketing & Communications in reporting and completing college rankings and other institutional surveys.

4. Collaboration and Coordination:

• • Build relationships with DigiPen alumni, faculty, and staff to generate storytelling leads and editorial opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the MarComm team to align content efforts with DigiPen’s overall campaigns and initiatives.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment across editorial, digital, and web teams.
  • Coordinate with staff and faculty to complete college ranking surveys or other research-oriented tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism, English, communications, or a related field
• At least five years of professional writing experience, producing multiple content projects in a deadline-driven environment
• Experience leading collaborative projects within a cross-functional marketing team

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to tell compelling stories using clear, engaging, and persuasive writing
• Comfort working across digital platforms and communication channels, with the ability to adapt tone and messaging for different audiences
• Strong understanding of social media as a tool for building brand awareness and engagement
• Experience altering writing voice and tone to fit the channel and audience
• Excellent spelling, grammar, copy editing, and proofreading skills

Preferred:

• Familiarity with the game and/or technology industries
• Familiarity with video game culture, terms, and custom

Applications without both a resume and a cover letter will not be considered.

Compensation: $65,000 annually

Benefits:

• Dental, medical, and vision (begins the first of the month following 60 days of employment)
• Two weeks of vacation in the first year, with increasing accrual each year thereafter
• 14 paid holidays
• An additional paid week off between Christmas and New Years
• 401K after one year FT service, match vested immediately
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance after one year
• Free DigiPen tuition for yourself to start; discounts for family after one year
• Complimentary soda, coffee, and tea
• Free campus parking

Working Environment:

Candidates have the possibility of working a hybrid schedule after a training period.

This job is typically done in an office environment, and includes sitting and working at a computer, as well as periods of standing, and walking. May occasionally need to lift up to 25 lbs.

Upon accepting an offer of employment with us, the candidate will receive an invitation for a required background check and 5-panel drug screen as a part of the hiring process.

Equal opportunity is a priority of DigiPen Institute of Technology, as the institution is committed to fostering a positive learning environment for all. The Institute's intent is to hire the most qualified individuals for faculty and staff, attracting candidates from diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, veteran status, nationality, culture, religion, and physical abilities. We are committed to broadening our candidate pool to include more diverse individuals and ensuring fairness in hiring by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting each new position.