Storytelling & Editorial Strategist

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Closing Date:

11/15/2025

Type of Position:

Communications (Generalist)No

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Fayetteville

Founded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Communications and Marketing

Summary of Job Duties:

The Storytelling & Editorial Strategist elevates the Division of Student Affairs voice through compelling narratives polished writing and creative editorial content. As a member of the Marketing & Communications shared services unit for the Division of Student Affairs this role manages the Divisions storytelling website and newsletter while producing and editing copy that highlights programs services and student experiences. The Strategist ensures messaging is consistent accessible and engaging for broad audiences. This position will report to the Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications.

Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in journalism communications English public relations marketing or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least two years of professional experience in writing editing or content creation for organizational communications

• Experience managing editorial calendars newsletters or regular content series

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in journalism communications English public relations marketing higher education or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least three to five years of progressively responsible experience in editorial content management digital storytelling or strategic communications

• Experience in higher education student affairs or nonprofit communications

• Experience in curating content that highlights organizational impact or community stories

• Experience supervising mentoring or training student employees interns or junior staff

• Experience with content management systems (e.g. WordPress Drupal) and email/newsletter platforms (e.g. Mailchimp Constant Contact)

• Experience using analytics to evaluate content performance and inform strategy

Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of editorial best practices institutional brand voice and inclusive communication strategies to produce content that reflects and strengthens the universitys mission and identity

• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices to ensure editorial and digital content is clear inclusive and accessible to all audiences

• Strong research interviewing and storytelling skills to craft authentic human-centered narratives that highlight student faculty and community experiences across multiple platforms

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines adapt to a fast-paced environment and maintain high editorial standards

• Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to tailor tone and style for diverse formats including web features newsletters marketing materials and digital campaigns

• Ability to think creatively about presenting stories through multimedia formatssuch as photography video and light graphic designto enhance engagement and visual appeal

• Proven ability to work effectively with colleagues across campus units and to mentor student writers fostering professional development creativity and editorial excellence

Additional Information:

$51021 - $57398 commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume Writing SampleProof of Veteran StatusRobyn Starling Ledbetter Sr. Director of MARCOM Division of Student Affairs

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes