Content Strategy Manager

ABOUT AACRAO

 

AACRAO is a non-profit, voluntary, professional association of more than 11,000 higher education professionals representing approximately 2,600 institutions in more than 40 countries. Its commitment to the professional development of its members includes best practice guidance on admissions strategies to meet institutional diversity objectives, delivery of academic programs in innovative ways to meet the needs of a changing student body, and exemplary approaches to student retention and completion.

AACRAO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

About the Job

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the leadership of the Director of Marketing and Communication, the Content Strategy Manager plays a pivotal role in the Communication and Marketing team as the lead storyteller, managing, coordinating, and translating AACRAO content into a consistent voice at every touchpoint.

Key Skills: Copywriting, Copyediting, Content Development, Project Management, Marketing Technology, and Analytics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serves as editor of AACRAO Connect, a biweekly newsletter; strategically recruits, writes, and edits article submissions. Can recognize good stories and exercises good storytelling skills.
  • Provides direct operational support across AACRAO departments, including copywriting, development of written assets, and narrative recommendations that align with AACRAO’s strategic goals.
  • Manages technical backend support to synchronize and automate the use of AACRAO's communication platforms.
  • Monitors, assesses, and utilizes data to develop strategies to grow website traffic, engagement, and determine effectiveness of communication. 
  • Assists the Director with managing public relations and executes regular media outreach by identifying and researching media outlets, producers, editors, and reporters receptive to AACRAO's message.
  • Works across departments to ensure that all AACRAO copywriting is held to a high standard and consistently tells the same AACRAO story. 
  • Writes strong and effective email, site, and social media copy that reflects AACRAO’s strategic goals and values. 

About You

    THE IDEAL CANDIDATE 

    The mission of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers is to advance and support a richly diverse, globally interconnected community of higher education professionals and the institutions, organizations, and learners they serve through its resources, leadership, and advocacy.

    KNOWLEDGE, REQUIRED AND PREFERRED SKILLS
    • Experienced copywriter and copy editor with an eye for maintaining an on-brand voice and tone.
    • Moderate graphic design experience; Eye for design.
    • Moderate experience with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
    • Familiar with basic HTML.
    • Tech-savvy individual who is not afraid to dive in to master new platforms.
    • Organized and loves a plan but knows how to make adjustments as needed.
    • Direct, conscientious, and values good work.  
    • Fluent in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) and Google Suite products (GDrive, GDocs, GSheets). 
    • Deadline oriented. 
    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’s degree or higher (humanities or education preferred) or five years equivalent experience.
    • Familiarity with APA and MLA writing styles
    • 5 - 6 years experience in copywriting, marketing, and communications; ideally, in non-profit communications, web communications, professional social media, and/or journalism.
    • Demonstrated experience supporting and developing communications strategies in a team environment, including internal communications.
    • Demonstrated experience in multitasking and taking ownership of large and long-term projects with multiple stakeholders.
    Competencies
    • Copy Writing
    • Editing
    • Creativity
    • Project Management
    • Market Research
    • Problem-solving
    • Strategic Communication

    Please Note

    • The salary range is $70,000 to $80,000
    • Application Deadline: July 31, 2024
    • Hybrid or Remote work is available for the right candidate. 

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