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Editor in Chief, NC State Magazine

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with experience and education.

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Sep 05, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194223EP
Internal Recruitment	Yes
Working Title	Editor in Chief, NC State Magazine
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with experience and education.
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday; 8:00 am- 5:00 pm, with infrequent nights and weekends, flexible work arrangements are available, including the option for remote and/or hybrid work locations for NC residents.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	University Communications and Marketing
About the Department	North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 37,000 high-performing students, 9,000 preeminent faculty and staff and 300,000 alumni. NC State is a research-extensive university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We're also at the forefront of teaching and research in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth. University Communications and Marketing is NC State's dedicated communications agency. Our team provides leadership, strategy, services and support to advance the NC State brand and help the university achieve its core mission. We work to promote local, national and worldwide visibility for the university and its students, faculty and staff. The office is committed to informing the public and the university community about NC State's innovative, varied learning environment, its world-leading scholarship and research, and its unswerving dedication to improving lives by finding practical solutions to real-world problems.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	NC State is seeking an editor in chief ( EIC) for the award-winning NC State Magazine to lead the strategic and operational aspects of the magazine - from big-picture, long-range planning, to all phases of the magazine cycle, to oversight and execution of the finer points that make NC State Magazine best in class. In addition, the EIC manages the magazine team, serves as a resource to university leadership, and facilitates a strong working relationship with the University Communications team. Ultimately, the EIC will strengthen the alumni, campus and greater Wolfpack communities and their connection to NC State through the magazine while showcasing and amplifying the varied voices and perspectives of alumni, faculty/staff and students. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Editorial strategy (30%) Develop, execute, and continually refine NC State Magazine's editorial strategy in fulfillment of the University's mission. Continually strengthen NC State Magazine's credibility as a trusted information source that strengthens community among alumni, reinforcing their connection to the University. Cultivate and nurture NC State Magazine's distinct character, style, voice and aesthetic. Audience strategy (20%) Know the audience and continually deepen the magazine's understanding of the audience's sensibilities and passions-what they care about, what they need to care about, what excites them, what strikes a chord, and what engages them. Expand the magazine's reach and readership by optimizing existing channels (i.e., print, digital) and exploring new ones. Operations (20%) Planning and ideation: Engage in long-range, mid-range, and more immediate and time-sensitive planning of print magazine editions, which are produced three times a year, content for the magazine's website, digital media, content packages, special projects, and special issues. Story development: In close collaboration with the magazine team and NC State leadership, develop and assign story ideas, work with writers on information gathering, edit and review copy. Presentation: Take the lead in overseeing and crafting the magazine's power to engage, including working closely with the art director on cover designs, composing cover lines, the table of contents, headlines, photo captions, pull quotes, and the magazine's other display copy. Team management: Lead and manage a high-performing, creative, energetic and collaborative team, see to team members' professional fulfillment, engagement, and positive morale. Business management: The EIC has P&L responsibility for NC State Magazine. Facilitate a strong working relationship with the University's Communications team. (20%) Build strong trust and rapport with university leadership in balance with editorial responsibilities. Serve as the key point of contact for University Communications; conduct regular check-in meetings with university stakeholders. Proactively stay informed of key university-wide/alumni-facing communications, especially during crisis response; when necessary, factor into NC State Magazine timing and publication. When potential areas of conflict arise, actively surface issues to leadership and seek a productive resolution. Management (10%) Conduct all aspects of the role with honor and journalistic integrity with a high level of diplomacy. Foster a sense of belonging by being open to ideas and insights of fellow team members across the NC State and the university. Be open to supporting new initiatives and other duties as strategic and business priorities evolve. Strong interpersonal skills including technical and non-technical writing and presentation skills.
Other Responsibilities	Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in the area of assignment, of which at least one is supervisory or in a lead-worker capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications	Previous years of direct experience in journalism, publishing, marketing communications, or advertising, preferably in higher education. Direct and extensive experience with the production and editorial cycles of NC State Magazine. A proven track record of contributing to the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of NC State Magazine, including its print and digital edition Experienced and highly skilled in a mix of the following: planning and budgeting, creative thinking, idea conception, problem-solving, writing and editing, advertising, client relations, print design, web design, digital media, and project management. Must have excellent grammar skills and knowledge of AP style. Proven track record as a leader of a high-performing team with the ability to coach, provide support, and develop team members to meet their personal, and professional needs in concert with the needs of the university. Advanced proficiency with existing technologies including MS Office, project management tools and the ability to evolve as new technologies (software/hardware) are implemented. Demonstrated project management and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and deadlines Working knowledge of Mac OSX and Windows desktop environments Ability to work independently, to be creative and exercise initiative Unquestioned integrity in dealing with confidential information Open and accessible interpersonal style; good listener Must have an eye for design yet always keep the reader in mind as the ultimate consumer of our product.
Preferred Qualifications	An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university environment.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	A valid North Carolina Driver's License is required within 60 days of start date. Must be maintained as a condition of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	09/05/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	In addition to your application please submit a resume, cover letter, contact information for at least 3 professional references, and the link to your online portfolio (upload as "other document (1)"). Candidates must have an online portfolio to be considered.

Position Details

Position Number	00065116
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	081001 - University Communications
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.