Assistant Director, Editorial

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Location:

** Claremont, CA
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Title:

** Assistant Director, Editorial
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* Job Description:

****** ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE:
**** Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.
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* JOB PURPOSE:

** The Assistant Director, Editorial, is a member of the Communications team responsible for editing and producing the
* Pomona College Magazine (PCM)*, as well as institutional obituaries, the Pomona College online historical timeline, select news coverage and writing, web content and other editorial services as needed.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Communications, this position is part of the team responsible for finding meaningful ways to tell the College’s story  to various audiences.

A primary responsibility is editing and producing
* PCM*, a high-quality, reader-focused publication published three times a year, with a circulation of approximately 26,000 alumni, donors, families, and current and prospective students. The Assistant Director researches, writes, and edits content; manages assignments and contracts with freelance writers; and ensures accuracy, clarity, and alignment with the College’s mission and voice.

With guidance from the Assistant Vice President, Communications, the Assistant Director performs a range of editorial and production tasks, including writing, assigning, editing, proofreading, compiling information, and coordinating with colleagues in print and web design, photography, and video.
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* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

** The Assistant Director works independently and collaboratively to perform the following essential duties and responsibilities:
* Oversee
* PCM* editorial and production schedules, ensuring timely completion of print and digital editions. Manage workflows with writers, designers, photographers, and printers in collaboration with the Director of Creative Content to maintain quality and consistency across platforms.
* Manage
* PCM*’s operating budget, including forecasting, expense tracking, and vendor contracts (print, mail, freelance). Provide updates on financial status and ensure cost-effective, sustainable operations.
* Serve as editor-in-chief for
* PCM*, with responsibility for the publication’s overall editorial direction, accuracy and alignment with the College’s mission while engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty and staff. Partner with the Assistant Vice President, Communications, on staff assignments and manage contracts with freelance writers. Research and contribute content as needed.
* Lead and contribute to editorial planning, content meetings, and campus partnerships to identify story opportunities, gather information, and maintain alignment with institutional priorities.
* Apply sound editorial judgment to ensure all content is accurate, compelling, and clear. Oversee the flow of copy and manage assignments for freelance writers as needed.
* Work collaboratively with Communications colleagues, including social media and news staff, to share stories and extend the reach of
* PCM* content across appropriate channels.
* Work effectively with faculty, staff colleagues, students and the general public.
* Contribute to other programs and College projects as requested, and carry out all policies according to guidelines.
* Hire, process personnel paperwork for, and in some cases directly supervise one or more student employees and temporary staff in the department/section/office. Must complete the bi-annual AB 1825 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training as required by the State of California.
* Coordinate special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned.
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

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* Education:

** Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations,…