Responsibilities

• Creates, curates, edits, and publishes content across WCMU’s digital platforms, including WCMU.org, the WCMU mobile app, email newsletters, and social media channels.
• Manages the design, production, and distribution of The Guide, WCMU’s monthly print and digital program guide, including layout, editing, and content coordination.
• Produces additional digital and print content, including graphics, infographics, logos, publications, flyers, banners, and multimedia assets.
• Collaborates with content producers and station staff to enhance digital storytelling through visuals, structure, accessibility, and platform appropriate formats.
• Maintains and evolves WCMU’s website structure, presentation, and usability in alignment with audience needs and organizational goals.
• Applies audience data, performance metrics, and platform insights to inform content prioritization and digital strategy.
• Develops and maintains consistent brand standards across digital and printed materials, in collaboration with marketing staff.
• Coordinates and manages digital sponsorship placements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless integration with editorial content.
• Supports station events (including occasional attendance), fundraising, and engagement initiatives through digital promotion and content development.
• Monitors trends and best practices in digital media, public media innovation, and audience engagement, sharing relevant insights with the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in digital media, communications, journalism, graphic design, web design, marketing, public relations, or a related field; or a combination of education and professional experience that equates to four years.
• Demonstrated experience using modern content management systems (e.g., Brightspot/Grove, WordPress, or similar).
• Demonstrated experience producing digital and print content, including graphics, layouts, infographics, logos, publications, flyers, banners, and multimedia assets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong written, visual, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat.

Preferred

• Two (2) years of professional experience in digital media, web publishing, content design, or a related field.
• Experience working in a journalism or media environment.
• Familiarity with audience engagement tools, email platforms (e.g., Constant Contact or similar), and CRM adjacent workflows.
• Experience supporting digital revenue initiatives, sponsorship placements, or underwriting across web and social platforms.
• Familiarity with analytics and measurement tools (e.g., Google Analytics 4 or comparable platforms) and the ability to use insights to inform content and platform decisions.
• Working knowledge of motion, audio, or video editing tools such as Premiere Pro, After Effects, or Audition.
• Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG), inclusive design practices, and ethical considerations in digital publishing.
• Experience working with or alongside AI assisted tools for content creation, design, or workflow automation, with an understanding of editorial integrity and best practices.