University of Southern California · 7 hours ago
Communications & Editorial Strategist
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$39.09/hr - $48.82/hr
3+ years expThe University of Southern California is seeking a Communications & Editorial Strategist for the Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. The role involves shaping communications strategies, creating engaging content, and enhancing public awareness of the Center's initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Establish and drive multi-channel messaging and narrative change strategies to enhance public awareness of The Greif Center and how business can be used to create greater social impact
Create engaging, visually cohesive content on social impact that shifts the coverage lens from “what is going wrong in society” to what are the creative solutions to these social problems
Simplify and translate complex information into user-friendly stories, guidance, messaging, and assets to facilitate engagement and drive behaviors
Plan, manage and implement public relations events, activities and projects that enhance public’s awareness of the Greif Center
Identify opportunities to publicize the Greif Center in traditional media outlets
Plan, implement and oversee the production of marketing and communication materials, including developing press releases, op-eds, talking points, and other messaging tools
Develop and produce reports, newsletters, and a blog for external and internal stakeholders, including faculty, staff, student, alumni and donors
Develop and maintain contacts with USC officials, media representatives, community leaders
Create digital media content for Instagram, Twitter, Linkedin, and other social media platforms with possible supervision of student workers; and
Maintain and modify the Greif Center website including content, graphical and multimedia displays and communications. Gather feedback for web site improvement and enhancement. Test, maintain and ensure functionality of links. Monitor web site for consistency, cross-referencing and compliance with university standards for web site content and development
Qualification
Required
Possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively serve as a spokesperson and write extensive copy daily for the Greif Center
Demonstrated experience generating coverage in traditional media, including news and opinion pieces (print, broadcast and online news outlets)
Experience with digital campaigns and ads across platforms, content creation and curation across platforms, and data analysis
Proven experience in a team-driven dynamic office environment with ability to learn quickly and manage a wide variety of work efficiently
Ability to problem-solve while working toward the goals of an organization; willingness to be prepared with viable solutions while maintaining flexibility needed to execute prioritized tasks and changing timelines
Recognizes ways that race, gender, and other identities intersect in the work, especially with students we serve
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Minimum Experience: 3 years
Minimum Field of Expertise: Extensive applicable experience in employee and/or internal corporate communications
Three years' experience in communications, content development and writing/editing in employee/internal corporate communications
Demonstrated design/typography experience
Proven knowledge of writing and editing fundamentals and Associated Press style
Ability to tailor content to fit targeted audiences with a clear, demonstrated understanding of multichannel communication platforms
Experience with design software/tools (e.g., HTML, CSS, Adobe Creative Suite) creating assets for digital environments (e.g., WordPress, social media, search and display advertising)
Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to provide detailed information and summaries to peers and supervisors, exercising discretion with confidential information
Ability to build and deliver solutions that consistently meet customer expectations
Demonstrated organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to proactively, independently, strategically and creatively make decisions
Demonstrated interpersonal skills to provide support and guidance as needed
Experience with Microsoft Office and content management systems
Preferred
Experience with rigorous solutions-based reporting is a plus
Experience with graphic design or graphic design tools such as Canva and video editing software is a plus
Attention to detail is a plus
Sharp communication skills and active listener
Benefits
Health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network
Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions
Tuition benefits for staff and their family
Free Professional Development classes
Central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services
Discounts to sporting and other campus events
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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