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Pomona College · 2 months ago

Assistant Director, Editorial

Claremont

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$80K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

Pomona College, located near Los Angeles, California, is one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. The Assistant Director, Editorial will be responsible for editing and producing the Pomona College Magazine, managing editorial and production schedules, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure high-quality content that aligns with the College's mission.

Continuing EducationEducationHigher Education

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee PCM editorial and production schedules, ensuring timely completion of print and digital editions. Manage workflows with writers, designers, photographers, and printers in collaboration with the Director of Creative Content to maintain quality and consistency across platforms

Manage PCM’s operating budget, including forecasting, expense tracking, and vendor contracts (print, mail, freelance). Provide updates on financial status and ensure cost-effective, sustainable operations

Serve as editor-in-chief for PCM, with responsibility for the publication’s overall editorial direction, accuracy and alignment with the College’s mission while engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty and staff. Partner with the Assistant Vice President, Communications, on staff assignments and manage contracts with freelance writers. Research and contribute content as needed

Lead and contribute to editorial planning, content meetings, and campus partnerships to identify story opportunities, gather information, and maintain alignment with institutional priorities

Apply sound editorial judgment to ensure all content is accurate, compelling, and clear. Oversee the flow of copy and manage assignments for freelance writers as needed

Work collaboratively with Communications colleagues, including social media and news staff, to share stories and extend the reach of PCM content across appropriate channels

Work effectively with faculty, staff colleagues, students and the general public

Contribute to other programs and College projects as requested, and carry out all policies according to guidelines

Hire, process personnel paperwork for, and in some cases directly supervise one or more student employees and temporary staff in the department/section/office. Must complete the bi-annual AB 1825 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training as required by the State of California

Coordinate special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned

Qualification

EditorialProjectProduction ManagementTechnical ProficiencyWriting ExpertiseOperational CoordinationCross-Functional CollaborationProfessionalismHigher EducationVisual AwarenessInitiative

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, English or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience required

A valid driver's license or equivalent means of reliable transportation to off-site meetings and events is required

At least five years of full-time communications experience successfully serving in editorial, media relations, social media, internal communications, multimedia, and web, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates competency in these areas

Proven ability to write, edit, and proofread articles, interviews, and promotional content to professional editorial standards, with a strong command of grammar, structure, and storytelling

Experience managing editorial production schedules for print and digital platforms, working with writers, designers, photographers and printers to ensure timely, high-quality publication

Experience supporting print and mailing operations (e.g., vendor coordination, mailing lists, subscription or request processing) to keep issues moving without delays

Strong attention to detail and time management; ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a courteous, diplomatic, collaborative demeanor

Skilled in core office and publishing tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe InCopy) and able to quickly learn new tools and platforms to support editorial and operational workflows

Ability to build productive relationships across Communications and campus offices—including Admissions, Advancement, Stewardship, and Academic Affairs—to surface stories and perspectives that reflect the College's broader mission and engage diverse audiences

Preferred

Knowledge of or experience in higher education communications, particularly in understanding the interests and perspectives of alumni, students, donors and families

Familiarity with Pomona College's customs, traditions, and institutional culture

Intellectually curious, with the ability to seek out and develop compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences

Visual awareness and an appreciation for design, photography, and layout in storytelling