Position Summary:
Reporting to the Executive Director of Public Relations and Communications, the Editorial Manager serves as the editor of all of Pratt Institute’s major print and electronic publications ensuring high quality content and consistency of strategic messages.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as editor for Institute’s biweekly online newsletter and as managing editor for Prattfolio, the magazine of Pratt Institute, by helping to determine content, schedules, audience, and distribution methods
- Draft copy for all institutional publications as needed working with various clients and with the Institute’s Creative Director
- Manage an Editor/Writer by delegating appropriate writing/editing tasks
- Finalize and maintain an editorial style guide for the Institute
- Draft and edit content for Institutional Advancement web pages
- Prepare talking points for staff and faculty for various public events
- Write internal memos and announcements for Pratt Community
- Provide writing assistance as needed and perform all other related duties as needed
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree journalism or communications required, graduate degree preferred.
Experience: 5-7 years related experience, as well as experience at an institution of higher education or a non-profit cultural institution preferred
Skills: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a diplomatic attitude. Must possess strong organizational, planning, and time management abilities to be able to produce under tight deadlines with attention to detail. Must have experience in electronic publishing and ability to adapt copy from print for Web audiences.
To Apply:
Online applications will not be accepted for this position. Please submit a resume, a cover letter that includes salary history and expectations, and the names and contact information for three professional references to:
Executive Director
Office of Public Relations and Communications
Pratt Institute
200 Willoughby Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11205
***Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required upon employment.***
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