The USC Iovine and Young Academy is not just home for disruptors, but a disruptor itself. Founded with a visionary gift from entrepreneurs Jimmy Iovine and Andre “Dr. Dre” Young, the Academy offers innovative degrees focused on the intersection of four essential areas: the arts and design; engineering and computer science; business and venture management; and communication.

The Academy’s unique educational model is nationally recognized for its exceptional student outcomes. Its curriculum focuses on multidisciplinary, hands-on learning, with a strong emphasis on real-world projects with top companies and non-profits. The level of talent at the Academy continues to attract attention from some of the most prestigious institutions and companies in the world.

The Academy is seeking a full-time Content Developer to capture compelling stories and elevate the Academy’s mission to empower the next generation of global leaders, innovators, and creatives. The Content Producer is a highly creative storyteller with a versatile skillset to develop content in various styles for multiple platforms. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic collaborator with great instinct for story, an eye for detail, and the ability to take a creative concept to completion.

The Responsibilities

• Write and edit high quality, publication-ready editorial copy for distribution across various owned platforms including websites, newsletters, social media captions, and brochures/postcards.

• Develop compelling multimedia digital content that incorporates a variety of media such as video, animation, motion graphics, photography, and music

• Develop and execute differentiated social media strategies for each platform (i.e. Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube); manage and monitor social media properties; nurture and respond to distinct online communities

• Develop, manage, and maintain editorial and social media calendars; prepare and review content to ensure accuracy and alignment with brand/editorial style guides

• Research, develop, and pitch compelling story ideas

• Coordinate and review the work of contracted vendors, student workers, and ensures timely delivery of goods and /or services

• Continually track new, innovative industry trends, news and media, and storytelling opportunities

• Monitor analytics and create monthly reports detailing outcomes of communication campaigns and strategies

• Maintain regular communications with students, faculty, staff, University Communications, and vendors. Attends meetings, conferences, trainings, etc. as assigned

• Budgeting duties (e.g. monthly budget reconciliation, etc.)

• Updating and maintaining departmental files, databases, mailing lists, telephone and contact information, etc.

• Other duties as assigned or requested

Candidates must have the ability to work successfully within a team environment. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Working knowledge of MS Office is required. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat), photography, and video-editing software is preferred.

The Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

• 3 years in public relations, journalism, or communications-related field

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to keep up with tight deadlines and multitask

• Proactive, reliable, self-motivated with positive and professional attitude

• Ability to work under pressure and deadline-oriented environment

• Ability to keep information confidential

• Interdisciplinary knowledge and understanding of design, technology, entrepreneurship, and communication

• Knowledge of AP Style Guide

• Experience with photography, videography and graphic design

Please upload your resume/CV and cover letter describing your interest and past work.

Minimum Education:Bachelor’s degreeCombined experience/education as substitute for minimum educationMinimum Experience:3 yearsMinimum Field of Expertise:Extensive applicable experience in employee and/or internal corporate communications. Three years’ experience in communications, content development and writing/editing in employee/internal corporate communications. Demonstrated design/typography experience. Proven knowledge of writing and editing fundamentals and Associated Press style. Ability to tailor content to fit targeted audiences with a clear, demonstrated understanding of multichannel communication platforms. Experience with design software/tools (e.g., HTML, CSS, Adobe Creative Suite) creating assets for digital environments (e.g., WordPress, social media, search and display advertising). Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to provide detailed information and summaries to peers and supervisors, exercising discretion with confidential information. Ability to build and deliver solutions that consistently meet customer expectations. Demonstrated organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to proactively, independently, strategically and creatively make decisions. Demonstrated interpersonal skills to provide support and guidance as needed. Experience with Microsoft Office and content management systems.