Simpson College is a private, United Methodist related, comprehensive liberal arts college located in Indianola, Iowa with a satellite campus in West Des Moines. Simpson is dedicated to excellence in higher education.

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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**

-  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.

Digital Content Editor

**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

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.

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

Storytelling & Written Content Development – 15%

- Write, edit, and develop compelling stories, articles, and marketing copy.

- Support branding initiatives with clear, strategic messaging.

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.

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.

**Application Process **This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

**Description**

Description

The Multimedia Communication and Graphic Design Department at Simpson College is seeking applications for a full-time, tenure-track professor in Marketing Communication for the 2026-2027 academic year. We seek a dynamic candidate committed to teaching who has expertise in digital and social media strategy, brand management, and marketing communication. Ideal candidates will demonstrate an understanding of audience engagement, content analytics, and visual storytelling across multiple platforms. Experience in sports communication or working with athletic brands and teams is highly desirable.

**Responsibilities**

- Teach six courses (or a 3-3 load), including core undergraduate courses such as Intro to Communication, Media & PR Writing, and Public Relations. Other courses would depend on expertise but could include courses in digital communication, social media management, integrated marketing communication, brand strategy, and ethical use of artificial intelligence.

- Contribute to the Simpson community and the department by advising students, teaching first-year courses, engaging in professional development, and being involved in service to the broader campus community.

- Supervise experiential learning opportunities, including interdisciplinary student-run projects, internships, and undergraduate research.

**Qualifications**

- Ph.D. in Communication, Media Studies, or a related field preferred; master’s degree with significant professional experience in digital marketing, brand management, or sports communication will be strongly considered.

- Demonstrated expertise with digital and social media strategy, audience analytics, and storytelling.

- Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring in higher education or in a professional setting.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a current vitae (including names of three references), and graduate transcripts (unofficial). The cover letter should highlight professional accomplishments and relevant teaching experience. Teaching evaluations, a teaching philosophy statement and other evidence of excellent mentoring may be submitted as well. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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