Tennessee Society of Association Executives
Assistant Director, Publications
Tennessee Society of Association Executives, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Work with executive leadership managing programmatic direction, communications, and marketing strategies for the publications program, including books, member magazine, scholarly journal, and website. Develop policies and procedures and lead budgeting and governance activities for Publications and American Archivist editorial boards. Oversee publishing of all communications vehicles, related member support and special events planning, and developing volunteers and support staff. Nurture and maintain relationships with content experts and member leadership. Drive the creation and execution of relevant editorial and membership marketing content, delivering compelling stories.
Responsibilities (time allocation)
30%
Direct all aspects of integrated digital and print publishing program including content development, production, marketing, public relations, and special events. Guide book publishing program’s expansion and manage production and distribution for all outlets including Archival Outlook, American Archivist, Archives in Context podcast, Dictionary of Archives Terminology, and seven Case Studies Series.
20%
Provide publishing oversight for website content and structure. Lead promotional and marketing efforts for SAA Publications. Collaborate with the Communications Manager and create organization-wide communications that highlight SAA’s mission, activities, and achievements. Manage relationship with external advertising vendor and promote online Career Center as a revenue center for SAA.
15%
Serve as staff liaison to Publications Board, Journal Editorial Board, Standards Committee, and Dictionary Working Group; guide board and working group chairs in setting direction and drafting agendas. Maintain editorial integrity of SAA statements, briefs, and standards.
15%
Mentor and provide support to direct report.
10%
Collaborate with Chief of Training and Organizational Development on annual program budgets and cross-promotional opportunities with Education and Annual Meeting; prepare reports on publishing program activities for executive leadership and applicable component groups; participate in governance meetings.
5%
Collaborate with staff to build community at annual conference with pop-up bookstore, writers’ forum, and special promotions.
5%
Other duties as assigned
Requirements Bachelor’s degree required (English, journalism, or communications degree preferred). Minimum 7+ years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in an association setting.
Excellent writing and editorial skills, detail oriented and highly organized, ability to multitask, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines. Demonstrated knowledge of and fluency with Chicago Manual of Style.
Ability to think strategically and broadly about program needs.
Relevant supervisory experience.
Ability to respond to and manage changing priorities.
Professional, creative, and a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Basic knowledge of HTML and experience editing website content in Drupal is required.
Ability to travel to meetings in Chicago and elsewhere, as scheduled, and fulfill occasional evening or weekend obligations.
To apply Send cover letter, brief professional writing sample (500-700 words), and resume via email. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Responsibilities (time allocation)
30%
Direct all aspects of integrated digital and print publishing program including content development, production, marketing, public relations, and special events. Guide book publishing program’s expansion and manage production and distribution for all outlets including Archival Outlook, American Archivist, Archives in Context podcast, Dictionary of Archives Terminology, and seven Case Studies Series.
20%
Provide publishing oversight for website content and structure. Lead promotional and marketing efforts for SAA Publications. Collaborate with the Communications Manager and create organization-wide communications that highlight SAA’s mission, activities, and achievements. Manage relationship with external advertising vendor and promote online Career Center as a revenue center for SAA.
15%
Serve as staff liaison to Publications Board, Journal Editorial Board, Standards Committee, and Dictionary Working Group; guide board and working group chairs in setting direction and drafting agendas. Maintain editorial integrity of SAA statements, briefs, and standards.
15%
Mentor and provide support to direct report.
10%
Collaborate with Chief of Training and Organizational Development on annual program budgets and cross-promotional opportunities with Education and Annual Meeting; prepare reports on publishing program activities for executive leadership and applicable component groups; participate in governance meetings.
5%
Collaborate with staff to build community at annual conference with pop-up bookstore, writers’ forum, and special promotions.
5%
Other duties as assigned
Requirements Bachelor’s degree required (English, journalism, or communications degree preferred). Minimum 7+ years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in an association setting.
Excellent writing and editorial skills, detail oriented and highly organized, ability to multitask, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines. Demonstrated knowledge of and fluency with Chicago Manual of Style.
Ability to think strategically and broadly about program needs.
Relevant supervisory experience.
Ability to respond to and manage changing priorities.
Professional, creative, and a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Basic knowledge of HTML and experience editing website content in Drupal is required.
Ability to travel to meetings in Chicago and elsewhere, as scheduled, and fulfill occasional evening or weekend obligations.
To apply Send cover letter, brief professional writing sample (500-700 words), and resume via email. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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