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Assistant Editorial Director

TulaneNew Orleans🇺🇸United States

Quick overview

SeniorityLeader
Employment typeFull Time
Work modeOn Site
LocationNew Orleans, United States
Project Management

Job description

Responsible for developing, writing and shaping high-impact stories that advance Tulane University’s reputation and institutional priorities.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Editorial, this position focuses on writing, editing and maintaining high-quality content for Tulane Today, The Tulanian and related platforms. The Assistant Director also collaborates with News & Media Relations, social media and campus communicators to ensure consistent storytelling across university channels and external media coverage.

This role provides strategic editorial support and serves as a backup to the Assistant Editorial Director for Tulane Today production when needed.

  • Exceptional research, writing and editing skills.

  • Strong news judgment and understanding of reputation-driven storytelling.

  • Expert knowledge of Associated Press style.

  • Ability to conceptualize and develop high-impact stories.

  • Strong editorial coaching and feedback skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

  • Strong collaboration skills across communications disciplines.

  • Working knowledge of digital publishing platforms and analytics tools.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or related field.

  • 5–7 years of professional writing and editing experience.

  • Experience working in a fast-paced news or media environment.

  • Experience working with digital project management tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Experience in higher education communications.

  • Familiarity with content management systems such as Drupal.

  • Familiarity with email publishing platforms.

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