At the American Cancer Society, we're leading the fight for a world without cancer. Our employees and 1.5 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds including communities of color, the LGBTQ community, veterans, and people with disabilities. The greater the diversity of our people, the better we can serve our communities.

Position Description

Position Requirements

FORMAL KNOWLEDGE

Bachelor’s Degree in English, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Technical Writing, Web Design, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Business analysis skills a plus. 1-2 years of digital content experience required.

OTHER SKILLS

• Strong content management, publishing, and editing skills (AEM preferred)
• Understanding of content management systems, especially systems that use components
• Proven attention to detail, superior knowledge of editorial mechanics such as grammar and punctuation, creativity, and ear for tone and nuance are key to articulating the mission and messages of the American Cancer Society to various audiences. Good eye for layout.
• Ability to resize images, if needed, using PhotoShop
• Willingness to learn about Accessibility requirements for persons with disabilities
• Understanding of digital content best practices, including SEO, usability, and user experience
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills and strong customer-centric mindset
• Ability to deliver quality work on projects with defined and assigned tasks, and timelines. Basic project management skills needed.
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team and use critical decision-making skills to evaluate business implications
• Must be comfortable working remotely and across multiple time zones

SPECIALIZED TRAINING OR KNOWLEDGE

• Understanding of digital development processes and the ability to maintain the customer focus throughout the lifecycle on large-scale projects.
• A keen awareness of current industry trends in digital content marketing & strategy and a drive to explore new methods.
• Strong editor, understanding of web publishing and web marketing and/or experience in marketing with a strong online focus.
• Proficiency in Spanish a plus.

SPECIAL MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/home office work environment.
• No or very limited physical effort required.
• Some travel may be required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

The starting rate is $54,400 to $68,000 per year. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.
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