[Remote] Editorial Content Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The U.S. Green Building Council is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to accelerating and scaling the transformation of the built environment through sustainability initiatives such as LEED. The Editorial Content Manager will lead editorial strategy and content development for USGBC’s digital magazine and website, manage editorial workflows and contributors, and support employee, executive, marketing, and communications initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead editor of the USGBC+ digital magazine. Write, edit, and publish content on the platform. Source photos and graphics
• Grow content strategy and launch new features in alignment with USGBC goals
• Manage the editorial calendar, ensuring on-time delivery of content
• Source and assign content that enhances USGBC’s voice and authority in the industry
• Promote in-depth coverage of the value of membership and products such as LEED , TRUE Zero Waste , SITES and others
• Manage content development work by freelancers and internal writers
• Define and hone content marketing strategy for each distinct usgbc.org audience
• Direct the USGBC priority topics editorial strategy, including working with numerous LEED Fellows. Develop high-quality thought leadership content and content that highlights customer projects
• Write and edit articles contributed by internal and external authors, ensuring that content aligns with USGBC priorities and campaigns
• Optimize campaign content and strategy based on readership metrics
• Manage the schedule and publication of online articles
• Serve as editor and publisher of the monthly employee/staff newsletter
• Assist with the development of executive communications content, as needed

Skills

• 5 to 7 years of experience in writing, editing, communications, marketing, publications, project management, digital and content strategy, or related areas
• Experience managing publications workflow and working with multiple stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field
• Excellent skills in English grammar, style, and communications
• Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) style
• Knowledge of web publishing software
• Ability to quickly incorporate specialized industry terms and in-house styles
• Ability to use data and analytics to inform and adjust content strategy
• Creative thinking combined with strict attention to detail
• Curiosity and flexibility to ask the questions and make the pivots that enable successful communications content
• Seamless integration of organizational messaging into various types of content pieces
• Focus on the customer's journey, needs, and categories/personas into which they fit
• English

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional development reimbursement
• Healthcare plan through Cigna including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs; USGBC covers 100% of the premiums and provides an HRA to assist employees and dependents with the in-network medical deductible.
• Generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays, 9 paid personal sick days, and 2 to 3 weeks of PTO based on career level, with operations closed for a full week between Christmas and New Year’s
• 6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of continuous service
• This position can be based in Washington, DC, or remote.
• A purpose-driven, inclusive culture
• Opportunities to grow your career and take ownership of meaningful work
• A chance to make a measurable impact on global sustainability efforts

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