Communications and Content Strategist

and the job listing Expires on March 1, 2026

The Communications and Content Strategist;
Assistant Editor of The Chautauquan Daily shapes Chautauqua Institution’s narrative across a wide range of audiences and platforms. Reporting to the Director of Communications year-round with seasonal reporting to Interim Managing Editor of the Daily, this position works with the Interim Managing Editor of the Daily to coordinate editorial operations for The Chautauquan Daily, while also supporting strategic content development for marketing, strategic communications and advancement.

As the division’s chief editor and copywriter, this individual ensures all communications reflect Chautauqua’s values, meet professional editorial standards, and strengthen engagement with patrons, donors, media and community stakeholders. The position requires exceptional writing, editing, project management, and time management skills, with the ability to balance daily editorial demands and long‑term communication strategy.

• Act as the chief copywriter and copy editor for the division.
• Draft, edit and review content including media releases, websites, donor appeals, speeches, newsletters, and marketing campaigns.
• Ensure consistency of brand voice, adherence to Chautauqua’s style guide, and editorial quality across all institutional platforms.
• Support executive and crisis communications, tailoring messaging for sensitive or high‑impact contexts.
• Serve as a key member of a cross‑functional team that develops content driving engagement, attendance and revenue.
• Provide editorial guidance for programmatic storytelling, institutional initiatives and enterprise communications.
• Partner with Advancement to craft compelling donor and philanthropic narratives.
• Act as a liaison with departments to unify institutional voice and strengthen strategic alignment.

During the summer season, this position shifts focus to the Assistant Editor role for The Chautauquan Daily, a daily newspaper published six days a week.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as Assistant Editor of The Chautauquan Daily, overseeing writing, mentoring, copy editing.
• In partnership with the Interim Managing Editor establish and enforce editorial standards, ensuring alignment with Chautauqua’s mission and brand.
• Oversee professional development and mentor Daily interns and freelance writers and editors, fostering journalistic excellence.
• Coordinate print and digital publishing workflows with the Interim Managing Editor for timely and effective content delivery.
• Coordinate annual recruiting efforts with the Interim Managing Editor, setting and aspiring to staff diversity goals, including hiring seasonal reporters, copy editors, page designers, and digital and office staff.
• Train staff in the newspaper’s operations and Chautauqua culture.
• Help coordinate editorial staff and manage activities and assignments.

• High‑quality editorial output that reflects institutional voice and standards.
• Timely and consistent publication of The Chautauquan Daily that meets printing deadlines.
• Increased audience engagement across communication channels.
• Positive stakeholder feedback on clarity, tone, and impact of communications.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or related field (required).
• 3–5 years of professional experience in journalism, communications, or related editorial leadership roles.
• Proven record of writing, editing, and managing content across multiple platforms.
• Experience leading editorial teams or newsroom operations.
• Familiarity with marketing, advancement, and media relations communications.

• Demonstrated excellence in writing and editing with mastery of AP style.
• Strong organizational, time, and project management skills.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into compelling, audience‑friendly content.
• Proficiency with digital publishing platforms, CMS, and collaborative editing tools.
• Skilled at balancing multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments.

• Experience in nonprofit or…