Senior Content Strategist Job at University of San Diego in San Diego

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Position Status : Full-time regular

Location : San Diego

Position Type : Administrator, University Advancement

Position Title & Department :

Position Title & Department :

Senior Content Strategist; University Marketing and Communications

Posting #

5347

Department Description :

In collaboration with their colleagues in University Marketing & Communications, the Content Development and Strategy team creates, manages, and optimizes digital content to support the university’s mission and strategic vision. From developing tailored strategies and producing compelling multimedia content, to overseeing digital platforms and using analytics to drive performance, they ensure institutional messaging reaches our audiences with purpose and impact. They also serve as a resource for the campus community, providing guidance, tools and best practices that elevate the quality and effectiveness of digital communications across the university.

University Description :

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges .

Detailed Description :

The senior content strategist (SCS) is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of a comprehensive editorial content strategy that effectively communicates the university’s mission, vision, values, and strategic objectives through engaging and high-quality content. This position oversees the production and distribution of original content across multiple platforms, including the institution’s print and digital publications, university websites, and internal electronic communications. The SCS leads a team of writers, editors, and contributors, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration to produce compelling, multimedia stories that resonate with diverse audiences. Working closely with colleagues in University Marketing and Communications (UM&C) and marketing managers across campus, the SCS plays a key role in enhancing the university’s brand identity and reputation through creative storytelling and strategic content initiatives. This position serves as editor for both the University of San Diego Magazine, the institution’s flagship publication, and the USD News Center, the institution’s internal news hub. The SCS stays current with emerging trends in content marketing, magazine publication, and digital communications, continuously seeking new opportunities to drive engagement, increase brand awareness and advance the university's strategic goals.

Duties and Responsibilities :

University of San Diego Magazine

• Serve as editor-in-chief of the University of San Diego Magazine , overseeing the editorial team and reporting to the director of Digital Communications.
• Develop story ideas, assign articles to writers and plan the overall content strategy for each issue.
• Write and edit articles, ensuring that they are clear, engaging, maintain brand standards and in alignment with the university’s editorial style.
• Capture photo assets as needed and / or coordinate with internal and external photographers to support content development.
• Coordinate with freelance writers and in-house contributors to ensure that their work meets deadlines and aligns with the magazine’s quality standards.
• Work closely with designers to develop the layout, visuals, and overall aesthetic of each issue.
• Oversee the production process, including proofreading, printing, and distributing the magazine.
• Keep up to date with trends in magazine publishing and higher education to ensure that the magazine remains relevant and engaging.
• Respond to reader feedback, monitor analytics to understand reader preferences, and develop strategies to increase engagement.
• Allocate and manage the magazine’s financial resources effectively, working closely with UM&C leadership and office manager.
• Develop partnerships with other departments in the university to promote events, share research findings, and develop content that supports the university’s goals.
• Oversee the design, functionality, and content of the magazine's digital presence.
• Develop strategies to improve the magazine’s search engine rankings, increasing visibility and driving organic traffic to the website.
• Develop and execute email marketing campaigns to promote new issues, events, and other magazine-related news to subscribers.
• Monitor and analyze website and social media metrics to measure performance, identify trends, and inform content strategies.
• Explore partnerships with external websites or platforms to increase the reach and visibility of the magazine’s content.
• Oversee the creation of video, audio, and other multimedia content to enhance the digital magazine experience.
• Ensure that digital content meets accessibility guidelines, and that the magazine’s digital presence fosters diversity and inclusivity.

Digital Communications

Project Management and Workflow Optimization

Content Strategy and Development

Background check : Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement : Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Job Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Performance Expectations- Knowledge, Skills andAbilities :

$7,083.33 - $7,500 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD : Human Resources : Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Special Application Instructions :

Resume and Cover Letter Required

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.

Hours : 40 hours per week

Note : External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager / committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu / smokefree.

Advertised : August 18, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close : Open until filled

Notice of Availability : In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at www.sandiego.edu / safety / documents / annualreport.pdf . This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response stands and protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. To request a paper copy, please contact the Clery Act Compliance Manager via email at clery@sandiego.edu , by calling (619) 260-4768, or in-person in the Hughes Administration Center, room 150.

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