News and Content Manager

Expectation and Condition of Employment

Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs.

Howard Payne University (hereafter, University) is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University and must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.

Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered academic community dedicated to excellence by developing and equipping the whole person for intellectual inquiry, personal and professional integrity, and service to God and humanity.

We believe and affirm that the University as an institution and each individual called to serve the Lord at Howard
Payne should strive to demonstrate a commitment to these five Core Values:

• Centered on Christ (cf. Col. 3:17, Matt. 7:24)
• Focused on Community (cf. Eph. 4:4-6, 1 Pet. 3:8)
• Called to Service (cf. Mark 10:45, Phil. 2:3-5)
• Committed to Excellence (cf. Gen. 1:31, 1 Cor. 9:24)
• Dedicated to Stewardship (cf. Gen. 2:15, 1 Pet. 4:10)

As a condition of employment, employees agree to be paid by Direct Deposit. Applicants offered contingent employment based on the University obtaining a clean background check agree the contingent offer of employment may be revoked based on the information obtained in the background check.

If offered employment, your acceptance will indicate that you have read and agree to the Expectations and Conditions above.

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• a letter of application addressing in detail how you meet the position requirements
• a resume or CV (curriculum vitae)
• unofficial transcripts, and
• a completed HPU Employment Application

Howard Payne University seeks an exceptional writer and mission-driven storyteller to serve as its News and Content Manager. This position plays a key role on the Marketing and Communications team and serves as one of the university's lead writers and storytellers, identifying, developing and sharing compelling stories that elevate the university’s brand, support enrollment growth, strengthen donor engagement and foster meaningful connections with students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the university.

The successful candidate is a proven writer with excellent news and feature writing skills who proactively identifies, cultivates and tells stories, highlighting the transformative impact of a Christ-centered education. Through strategic storytelling, this individual will communicate Howard Payne University's commitment to preparing students for Christ-centered lives of purpose, leadership and service while showcasing the people, programs and experiences that make HPU distinctive.

The News and Content Manager will create compelling written and visual content for multiple platforms, including news releases, the university website, print publications, digital newsletters, advancement materials and the university's social media channels. This position works collaboratively with members of the Marketing and Communications team to extend the reach of university stories through engaging digital content, photography, short-form video and social media.

Proven news and feature writing ability, a working knowledge of Associated Press Style,…