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Description The Digital Content Editor/Manager leads, develops, and executes Simpson College's digital content strategy across web, social, and multimedia platforms. This position manages major multi-channel marketing projects, ensures a user-focused and search-optimized web experience, strengthens brand visibility, and produces compelling written and visual storytelling that supports strategic institutional objectives. The role also oversees media relations coordination, trend monitoring, logistics for market research, and cross-campus collaboration to unify marketing efforts.
Essential Job Functions
1. Project Management & Content Leadership - 35%
Play leading role in conceiving and managing multi-channel marketing projects from concept to execution.
Oversee digital strategy to enhance online engagement, visibility, and brand consistency.
Guide campus partners in aligning content with campaign and institutional goals.
Collaborate in prioritizing, organizing and managing marketing communication projects while serving as primary liaison with campus partners.
2. Website and Social Media Management & Optimization - 25%
Manage and execute website and social media content.
Ensure user-friendly navigation, accessibility, and search engine optimization.
Collaborate with departments to maintain accurate and strategic web content.
Measure and evaluate web and social media key performance analytics
3. Storytelling & Written Content Development - 15%
Write, edit, and develop compelling stories, articles, and marketing copy.
Support branding initiatives with clear, strategic messaging.
4. Media Relations & Market Research - 10%
In Partnership with Vice President, Create and coordinate media interest for the College.
Maintain frequent contact with target media and respond to media requests.
Monitor trends, assist the CMO with market research logistics, and support data collection.
5. Collaboration & Campaign Integration - 10%
Work closely with OMSC teammates and campus partners to ensure cohesive campaign messaging.
Support cross-departmental integration of digital marketing efforts.
6. Mentorship & Team Support - 5%
Provide occasional guidance to student employees and serve as a resource to colleagues.
Assist teammates and contribute to office-wide initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communication, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Proven ability in digital content strategy, website management, and multi-channel marketing, especially social media marketing.
Strong storytelling, copywriting, and editing skills-easily adaptable to various platforms and purposes/audiences.
Familiarity with SEO, CMS platforms, analytics tools, and project management systems (e.g., Smartsheet, Sprout).
Experience managing social media, creating multimedia content, or coordinating marketing projects.
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse campus partners and external media.
Application Instructions To apply, please upload the following application materials:
A letter of interest,
Resume,
Three professional reference information (phone, address, email, relationship).
Samples of creative work/portfolio via file attachments or a link to an online portfolio.
The ideal start day is 6/1/2026
Simpson College is unable to sponsor an employment visa at this time.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of students, employees, sources of referral for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with Simpson College are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran or veteran disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic in admission, access to, treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any persons having inquiries concerning Simpson College's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX - Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act are directed to contact Director of Human Resources, Simpson College, 701 North C Street, Indianola, Iowa 50125-1299, (515) 961-1511. Persons may also contact the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the institution's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX - Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act.
TITLE IX: Simpson College does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. Simpson College also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about non-compliance should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For a complete copy of the policy, more information, or to report an instance of sex or gender-based discrimination, please contact the Title IX Coordinator (titleix@simpson.edu) and/or the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.
The College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include but are not limited to criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history. Simpson's annual security compliance document is available on the Simpson Security website. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you will be required to, upon being made an offer of employment, produce documents that are specified by the federal government to establish your identity and right to work in the United States. These documents must be produced no later than seventy-two (72) hours after beginning paid employment. Questions? Contact the Human Resources department at employment@simpson.edu
SIMPSON COLLEGE PROMOTES A CLEAR AIR LEARNING AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT. SMOKING IS PROHIBITED ON COLLEGE PROPERTY.
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Simpson’s 85-acre campus Indianola campus is a beautiful space and where the majority of classes are offered to their students. Located in south-central Iowa, just 12 miles south of Des Moines, Simpson’s main location gives students the best of both worlds: the friendly atmosphere of a college town with the benefit of living near an exciting metropolitan area. Indianola is host to many nationally known events, including the Des Moines Metro Opera and the National Balloon Classic, which features hot air balloons competition and family entertainment.