Senior Editorial Director (0409U), University Development & Alumni Relations 43543
Company: University of California
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Senior Editorial Director (0409U), University Development &
Alumni Relations #43543 Job ID 43543 Location Full/Part Time
Favorite Job At the University of California, Berkeley, we are
committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience
and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of
all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of
openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for
students, faculty and staff. The University of California,
Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher
education, distinguished by its combination of internationally
recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative
opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its
public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its
roots in the California experience, animated by such values as
innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the
environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has
fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled
intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United
States and the world. We are looking for equity-minded applicants
who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate
a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic,
socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual
orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When
you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an
inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches
higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad
collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community
partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley,
you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align
with our Guiding Values and Principles , our Principles of
Community , and our Strategic Plan . At UC Berkeley, we believe
that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for
everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to
realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing
all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid
time per year to engage in professional development activities. To
find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley,
visit grow.berkeley.edu . Departmental Overview University
Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) strengthens Berkeley's
excellence through engagement with alumni, parents, undergraduate
and graduate students, and friends of the University, raising
public awareness about Berkeley and increasing private
philanthropy. UDAR provides overall direction for the campus'
philanthropic advancement strategies and works to strengthen unit
development in partnership with campus fundraisers. The Division
handles a range of central activities and services encompassing
communications, stewardship, prospect development, gift management,
and more. - A full-service professional team, External Relations
and Marketing Communications in UDAR delivers donor-centered and
integrated editorial, design, digital, event, and logistical
solutions to inspire philanthropy and engage UC Berkeley donors,
alumni, parents, and students. - External Relations serves and
engages the university's external and internal constituencies
through programs, events, awards, and services. They also advise
the university community on all matters of protocol, including
visits by high-ranking government officials, the UC Office of the
President, Regents, and other dignitaries. - Marketing
Communications produces digital, multimedia, print donor materials;
creates strategies for external-facing marketing and
communications, media, and social media; develops fundraising
messaging, talking points, slide decks; write proposals, concept
proposals, gift acknowledgements, direct mail; and creates flexible
campaign brand identity and language resources to build custom
pieces. -
Position Overview - The Senior Editorial Director shapes content
and strategy for print, digital, and multimedia communications
advancing the university's $6 billion comprehensive fundraising
campaign. This position works closely with senior management and
unit leadership to conceive and implement long- and short-term
communications plans. The Senior Editorial Director oversees a team
of ten high performing professionals, including eight editors and
two video producers. This role is a strategic thought partner to
the Executive Director, handles the content creation for the UC
Berkeley Foundation (UCBF) meetings, advancement speech writer for
the Chancellor, and media relations contact for issues and media
inquiries relating to philanthropy. - Additional projects may
include, but are not limited to: talking points and key messages,
remarks, major gift level collateral and confidential materials -
such as proposals and case statements - videos, reports and
brochures, slide decks, event materials, and occasional print and
digital articles expressing the university's viewpoint. -
Responsibilities
- Works with senior leadership, partner-clients, and subordinate
staff to shape content and strategy for print, digital, and
multimedia campaign communications, often with complex and/or
sensitive communications requirements. -
- Oversees subordinate staff who represent the team - or acts as
a proxy representative for the executive director - at campus
meetings. Provides guidance and assistance to subordinate
supervisors and professionals on most complex issues. Example: The
senior editorial director manages a team overseeing science-based
proposal writing, media relations, video-focused multimedia, and
communications strategy to advance philanthropic and
campaign-related donor initiatives. -
- Works with departmental administration to create, develop, and
implement comprehensive long- and short-term strategic
communications plans. -
- Provides advice and counsel on all aspects of communications,
including planning, effective messaging, problem resolution, etc.
Ultimately responsible for final deliverables. Examples: The
position is the strategic thought partner to the executive
director, handles the content creation for the UCBF meetings,
advancement speech writer for the Chancellor, and media relations
contact for issues and media inquiries relating to philanthropy.
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- Selects, trains, manages, guides, directs, evaluates, and as
required, takes corrective action with seven employees (writer
editor 4). -
- Collaborates with the senior director of strategic
communications and operations and managing editor to ensure
production of high-quality products that effectively deliver the
desired message within budget and time constraints. Cultivates
coordination and collaboration with campus advancement and public
affairs communicators. - Required Qualifications
- Communications Expertise: Excellent knowledge and understanding
of all aspects of communications, including print, digital, and
multimedia communications strategy and development. Excellent
skills to ensure production of high-quality work within budget and
time constraints. -
- Strategic & Executive Advisory: Excellent skills to create,
develop and implement long- and short-term strategic communications
plans based on project objective and target audience(s). Skilled at
identifying effective strategies for key messaging and delivery
platform(s) and managing complex stakeholder review and approval
processes. Excellent skills to advise and consult management on all
aspects of communications, ranging from developing effective
communication strategies to appropriately responding to inquiries
regarding sensitive or complex issues or information. -
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal,
interpersonal communications, active listening, editing, and
presentation skills. -
- Collaboration: Ability to obtain goals by exercising political
acumen and discretion. Ability to work effectively and
collaboratively with various levels of stakeholders. -
- Management / Leadership: Excellent management skills to select
and train, lead and direct, motivate and coach, and evaluate
professional communications staff to produce high-quality work;
advocate for staff and skill to take corrective action as needed.
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- Analytical & Problem Solving: Excellent analytical, critical
thinking, project management and problem recognition, facilitation,
and resolution skills. -
- Organization: Excellent skills to lead others and stay
organized through multiple priorities and in a fast paced
environment. -
- DEIB: Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity,
equity, inclusion, and belonging. - Education/Training: -
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience /
training - Preferred Qualifications
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of related technical
applications including design concepts, various media and mediums,
applications, etc. to effectively manage / supervise professional
technical staff. -
- Thorough knowledge of the context, such as the university
mission, vision, goals, policies, and infrastructure and/or strong
knowledge of current affairs and issues in higher education, health
sciences, and/or other comparable fields. -
- Ability to articulate an organization's story in a compelling
way to internal and external constituents; demonstrated ability in
translating complex scientific topics to diverse audiences with
varying levels of knowledge.
- Excellent knowledge and skills in financial and personnel
administration and management. Salary & Benefits Salary is
commensurate with experience and internal equity. For information
on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University
visit: Salary is commensurate with experience. For information on
the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University
visit:Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley
is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation
range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the
range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into
account the wide range of factors that are considered in making
compensation decisions including but not limited to experience,
skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and
certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and
organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be
offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position.
Salary offers are determined based on final candidate
qualifications and experience. -The budgeted salary that the
University reasonably expects to pay for this position is
$150,000.00 - $210,000.00.The full salary range for this position
classification is $112,100.00 - $216,700.00. How to Apply Please
submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment in -the
Resume section of your application. Please upload the document in
the Resume section, then skip the (optional) Cover Letter upload
section. Referral Source info This job is part of the Employee
Referral Program. If a UC Berkeley employee is referring you,
please ensure you select the Referral Source -of "UCB Employee" and
then enter the employee's Name and Berkeley email address in the
-Specific Referral Source field. Please enter only one name and
email. Diversity Statement Please include, as part of your
application a brief (1-2 paragraph) statement on your contributions
to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional
experience. Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion are
fundamental to our UC Berkeley Principles of Community, which
states that "every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role
in sustaining a safe, caring, and humane environment in which these
values can thrive. " Other Information The minimum posting duration
of this position is 14 calendar days. - Hybrid work is negotiable,
with an expectation that there will be required in-person events
and meetings. Any travel costs would need to be covered by the
employee. Conviction History Background This is a designated
position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the
nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with
conviction histories and reviews information received in the
context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the
right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of
the background check. The University of California is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more
information about your rights as an applicant see:
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