at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job ID50045
LocationEvanston, Illinois
Department: Global Marketing/Communication
Salary/Grade: EXS/7
This position is responsible for editorial work, writing, project management, client relations, and creative leadership on selected publications published by Northwestern University. The publications group in Global Marketing and Communications offers comprehensive creative services for print publications and marketing materials. Services include communications planning, editing, writing, graphic design, and print management as well as editorial and design support for digital marketing assets.Responsibilities:
Editor of assigned projects. Duties include substantive editing of client-supplied copy for accuracy, clarity, consistency, organization, flow, usage, concision, and conformity with university standards; if necessary, rewriting; preparing copy for designers.
Writing copy for brochures, newsletters, magazines, advertisements, and other print or digital publications.
Editorial review and proofreading of each assigned project and editorial review of printer proofs for each assigned project.
Coordinator/manager of assigned projects. Duties include creating projects in the publications group's or OGMC's project database; coordinating print estimates with the production manager; determining, with the production manager and project designer, project schedules; providing estimates, schedules, and project updates to clients; scheduling and leading client meetings, including initial meetings and design presentations; and reviewing OGMC invoices before final client billing.
Developing creative concepts, which includes meeting with clients to understand their communication needs, and working with clients, project designers, and other staff members to develop appropriate print publications to meet those needs. Coordinating with others in the Office of Global Marketing and Communications as appropriate for either print or digital marketing assets.
Manuscript reviews and backup editorial reviews for projects assigned to other OGMC publications editors.
Editing and proofreading of projects produced by other OGMC groups or University units.
Other duties as assigned by the director of publications, the assistant vice president for global marketing and communications, or the vice president for global marketing and communicationsRequired knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Working knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style
Undergraduate degree in English, journalism, or a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Five or more years editing and writing work experience in publishing, preferably in a university or nonprofit setting
Work experience in a client service environment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign) for Mac
Knowledge of the publication process, from initial concepts to printed product
Exceptional writing and editing skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Sound interpersonal communication skills: both oral and written; in one-on-one situations and small groups; with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and outside vendors
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
Ability to consistently adhere to deadlines
Project management skills, including scheduling, organizing, and estimating
Ability to maintain positive client relationships
Ability to work as part of a creative team-with OGMC colleagues, clients, and other staff membersPreferred Qualifications:
Editing and writing work experience with both promotional and nonpromotional publications in both print and digital form
Marketing communications experience
Editing and writing work experience with both long and short print publications as well as digital formats.
Ability to adjust to client's changing needs and to adapt work schedules to accommodate client delays
Openness to feedback from colleagues
Ability to monitor client satisfaction with the publications process and provide suggestions for improving it
Understanding of project expenses and how to relay this information effectively to clients
Familiarity with the culture and mission of a major research university
Confidence to handle project concerns on own or to ask colleagues for advice
The Office of Global Marketing and Communications values diversity and diverse experiences, and strongly encourages members of underrepresented communities to apply.
Target hiring range for this position will be between $70,000 to $85,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and... For full info follow application link.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
