Program Assistant Director of Editorial Services

Salary range: $62,000 – $74,000 per year, based on relevant experience and qualifications.

About the role

The Assistant Director of Editorial Services (Program) provides writing, editing, proofreading, and project management for assigned print and digital communications and marketing copy at The University of Texas at Arlington. This role develops, produces, and supports high-quality internal and external communications for key audiences, including prospective and current students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, and the public. The position involves creating and producing upwards of 500 individual projects annually.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications and marketing strategies, content outlines, and editorial content for print and digital communications.
• Coordinate and collaborate with writers, marketers, designers, photographers, and colleagues across MME and University Advancement to execute high-quality print and electronic communications.
• Frequently partner with the Office of Enrollment Management, Office of Government Relations, Department of Development, Office of Research and Innovation, and Division of Student Affairs.
• Write and edit compelling content, such as brochures, branded materials, ads, website copy, video scripts, email newsletters, and podcasts to support the University’s mission.
• Develop and edit editorial content for high-profile print and electronic communications, including UTA Magazine, Inquiry Magazine, UTA Engineer Magazine, UTA Health Magazine, and annual reports.
• Conduct interviews with faculty, staff, alumni, donors, and students, and secure necessary approvals to enhance editorial content.
• Perform background research and fact-checking independently.
• Ensure accuracy and quality control throughout the production process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field and three (3) years of relevant experience in print and electronic communications, including writing, editing, and knowledge of design, photography, and production; OR seven (7) years of equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in publications, communications, journalism, or other writing-heavy fields.
• Experience with publishing and editing written content.
• Positive, collegial, and collaborative work style.
• Experience managing concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills

• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor content for multiple audiences.
• High degree of creativity and strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in AP Style.
• Accuracy in creating, collecting, and disseminating information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Adobe Creative Suite, email, and internet tools.
• Knowledge of media reproduction and electronic publishing techniques.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Hybrid schedule: three (3) days in-office, two (2) days remote.
• Essential position; may require reporting during campus emergencies.
• 10% travel.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours.

Benefits

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Texas at Arlington offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit UTA Employee Benefits.