The Jed Foundation (JED) · 4 days ago
Senior Director, Editorial
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$125K/yr - $165K/yr
10+ years expThe Jed Foundation (JED) is dedicated to mental health promotion and suicide prevention. They are seeking a Senior Director, Editorial who will lead the editorial team in producing high-quality content and develop a comprehensive content strategy that aligns with the organization's goals.
Universities
Responsibilities
Lead the editorial team to produce high-quality, impactful resources, including but not limited to articles, PDFs, blog posts, op-eds, videos, impact stories, case studies, newsletters, presentations, and annual reports
Develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy that aligns with The Jed Foundation’s goals, emphasizes strategic priorities, and maximizes the impact of our resources
Maintain and expand JED’s brand voice and editorial style guidelines
Optimize content workflows to enhance efficiency, quality, and timeliness, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to key projects and initiatives
Oversee the quality and consistency of all content, ensuring it is empathetic, informative, supportive, and adheres to JED's brand voice and style guidelines
Manage the editorial calendar, collaborating with leadership throughout the organization to anticipate upcoming needs while leaving space to capitalize on timely opportunities and emerging conversations and ensuring timely and relevant content production
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure content accuracy and alignment with programmatic goals
Ensure that content is inclusive and accessible for diverse audiences, including adherence to best practices for cultural competency and accessibility
Continually assess content performance metrics and use insights to optimize future content strategies and resource distribution
Balance leadership and strategic oversight with regularly engaging in hands-on tasks and project work
Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in content strategy and creation, as well as suicide prevention and mental health topics, to continually innovate and improve JED’s content offerings
Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the editorial team, encouraging innovation and professional growth
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field (Master's preferred) or equivalent experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience in content creation, editorial leadership, or related roles, with significant experience in mental health, nonprofit, or healthcare sectors
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to convey complex topics with clarity and sensitivity to various audiences
Nuanced understanding of various content types, formats, and channels including presentations and courses, thought leadership, UX and website copy, research reports, blog posts, and op-eds
Detail oriented, especially when it comes to copy editing and accuracy
Proven expertise in process optimization and project management within a content development context
Proven track record of developing and implementing successful content strategies across multiple platforms
Strong leadership skills with experience managing a diverse team of writers and creatives
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to oversee and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Cultural competency and facility with inclusive, accessible communications
Deep understanding of digital platforms, SEO, content marketing, social media, and digital analytics
Knowledge of suicide prevention and mental health promotion and a commitment to The Jed Foundation's mission
Empathetic communicator with a passion for advocating mental health and supporting youth
Company
The Jed Foundation (JED)
What We Do: The Jed Foundation (JED) is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.1MKey Investors
Rare Impact Fund
2024-09-20Grant· $1.1M
2021-08-16Grant
Leadership Team
J
John MacPhee
Chief Executive Officer
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