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SalaryPosition Purpose
The Web Content Producer brings technical expertise and editorial judgment to the task of creating compelling web and email content published by the Office of Communications. The position requires technical savvy, writing skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Strong web production skills and demonstrated experience with content management systems
- Expert at Google products such as Google Docs, Slides
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud
- Ability and willingness to quickly learn new tools and technology
- Photo editing ability
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Drupal and MailChimp
- Experience with Canva
- Experience producing content for a news website
- Familiarity with web accessibility standards
- Familiarity with AP style guidelines
- Familiarity with best practices in SEO
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Amy Bucci, Director of Digital Resources and Strategy
Department Contact Phone Number
amy.r.bucci@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Amy Bucci, Director of Digital Resources and Strategy
Department Contact's Phone Number
amy.r.bucci@dartmouth.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Key Accountabilities
Description
Web and Email Production
- Publish articles, photo galleries, and other content to the Dartmouth News site
- Publish content to the Dartmouth homepage, home site, and other sites maintained by the Office of Communications
- Produce and send e-newsletters managed by the Office of Communications
- Proofread and fact-check copy and maintain accuracy and consistent editorial standards
- Optimize images for use on the web and in e-newsletters
- Create infographics and photo illustrations
- Track stories through production workflow
- Experiment with and suggest digital storytelling formats, approaches, and tools
- Contribute to discussions of how to cover and present stories
Percentage Of Time
70
Description
Support Best Practices in Web and Email Communications
- Stay up to date on trends in digital storytelling and email design
- Follow web accessibility guidelines
- Play a role in updates to and redesigns of channels managed by the Office of Communications
- Serve as an expert in web and email platforms managed by the Office of Communications
- Train colleagues on web and email platforms
Percentage Of Time
20
Description
Support for Office of Communications Workflows
- As needed, contribute to other digital production processes, including digital asset management
- Contribute to a collaborative approach to the office’s workflows
- Be available to work occasional nights and weekends
- Participate in night and weekend on-call web rotation for emergency communication
Percentage Of Time
10
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
