Senior Content Editor (Education)

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

We are dedicated to serving the public by promoting a strong financial system and a healthy economy for all. These efforts take a team of dedicated individuals doing many different jobs. Together we're creating a workplace where talented people can thrive, and we welcome your unique background and perspective to help present the best possible solutions for our partners.

Location: #LI-Hybrid

About the Role:

The Senior Editor works independently to perform substantive editing, copyediting and proofreading on blogs, data-driven research reports, executive speeches, event materials, internal communications, memos and other content. Reviews content and charts for accuracy, clarity, consistency and organization as well as grammar, punctuation, style and usage. Responsible for making content clearer and more engaging. Serves as a guardian of the Dallas Fed's brand and reputation and ensures content is accurate and aligns with standards. Champions and implements editing best practices across the organization. This role is part of the Dallas Fed's integrated communications team, helping engage audiences through multiple channels including web, internal channels, social media, email marketing and more.

About the Communications Department:

The Dallas Fed's communications team actively and strategically employs communications to advance the Bank's strategy and priorities. It comprises employee, public, and executive communications as well as media relations. The team aligns and integrates the Bank's public-facing communications on policy, research, banking, and community issues while ensuring employees are informed and engaged in our work and the bank's mission.

You Will:

• Perform substantive editing, copyediting and proofreading on blogs, data-driven research reports, executive speeches, event materials, internal communications, memos and other content.
• Review content and charts for accuracy, clarity, consistency and organization as well as grammar, punctuation, style and usage.
• Make content clearer and more engaging and serve as a guardian of the Dallas Fed's brand and reputation and ensures content is accurate and aligns with standards.
• Work as part of a team to plan communications and content projects to meet customer requirements and schedules. Serve as liaison, communicating with all involved parties on the topic of editing.
• Help implement best practices in editing and content across the organization.
• Possibly provide writing and editing support on special projects.   

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, English or related field.
• Five years of editing experience for news media, business, technical, academic or corporate content.
• Federal reserve or economics editing experience preferred.
• High level of editing ability with an attention to detail but the experience to know when changes aren't needed, plus solid writing skills.
• Deep knowledge of AP style and familiarity with academic styles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products, particularly Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of digital content best practices.
• Ability to interpret data-rich charts and infographics and determine accuracy of the articles they support.
• Familiarity with reference tools such as style and grammar guides.
• Ability to deliver work under tight deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Independent judgment and creativity.
• Excellent organization, interpersonal and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and switch easily between them while delivering high-quality results with little supervision.
• Enthusiasm about craft with an ambition to learn, staying on top of trends and industry best practices, techniques and related technologies.

Our Benefits:

Our total rewards program offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)

• 401K match, and a fully funded pension plan

• Paid vacation, holidays, and volunteer hours; flexible work environment

• Generously subsidized public transportation and free parking

• Annual tuition reimbursement

• Professional development programs, training and conferences

• And more…

Notes:

This position may be filled at various levels based on candidate's qualifications as determined by the department.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S and the role is not available for sponsorship.

This role allows for the employee to work in a hybrid manner with some work conducted onsite at the Federal Reserve work location and some work conducted remotely. Specific schedule details will be discussed during the recruitment process.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that believes in the diversity of our people, ideas and experiences, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that represents the communities we serve.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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