Content Manager

Columbus, OH (Hybrid)

$66K/yr – $85K/yrMid Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 5 days ago

Job Summary

Own editorial content strategy and storytelling at the College of Nursing, steering multi-channel campaigns and SEO-driven web content while collaborating with marketing, design and stakeholder teams.

  • Own editorial planning and content calendars
  • Lead collaboration across designers and stakeholders

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute content and editorial strategies aligned with College of Nursing and Ohio State marketing and communications priorities.
  • Identify and pursue content opportunities that engage priority audiences and support enrollment, reputation, research visibility and other organizational goals.
  • Develop compelling stories and content featuring students, faculty, research, academic programs, clinical experiences, alumni and the impact of the college.
  • Write, edit and refine content for websites, news stories, email, social media, marketing campaigns, newsletters and other communications.
  • Apply audience-centric thinking to determine appropriate content, messaging, format and channel for specific audiences and objectives.
  • Develop content that communicates the value and distinctiveness of the college and its academic programs to prospective students and other priority audiences.
  • Lead editorial planning and contribute to content calendars and integrated marketing campaigns.
  • Apply SEO principles, search intent and content optimization techniques to improve the visibility and effectiveness of priority web content.
  • Translate complex academic, research and healthcare topics into clear, accessible and engaging content for a variety of audiences.
  • Contribute creative concepts, messaging and content ideas for integrated marketing and communications initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Advanced degree in relevant field may be desirable.
  • 4 years of relevant experience required.
  • 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, English or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 4-8 years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated experience developing strategic, audience-focused content for multiple channels.
  • Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills.
  • Experience translating complex information into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.
  • Strong understanding of content strategy, editorial planning and digital communications.
  • Ability to independently manage complex projects and priorities.
  • Strong collaboration, consultation and relationship-building skills.
  • Experience in higher education, healthcare or another complex institutional environment.
  • Experience supporting enrollment marketing or student recruitment communications.
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The Ohio State University

One of the largest universities in the United States, The Ohio State University is a leading research university and the model for Ohio's public higher education institutes. Founded in 1870 as a land-grant university, it consistently ranks as one of the top public universities in the United States. The main campus is located in Columbus, and regional campuses are located in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark and Wooster.

Founded in 1958
Columbus, Ohio, USA
30K employees (1,117 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$66K/yr – $85K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Content Operations median pay in the United States

$100K/yr

Most earn $78K to $137K. Based on 78 salaries, including bonus and equity.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
719 (2% of company)
Median Career Experience
32 years
Median Tenure
7.8 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

Total Funding
$52.3M
Last Raise
$809.8K
Grant, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Jul 2024
    Grant • $809.8K
  • Apr 2024
    Grant
  • Mar 2024
    Grant • $346.4K

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
8.5M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$2M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
43.7%
Direct
44.9%
Referral
9.5%
Social
0.7%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~30.5K

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Content Manager

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