Editorial / Web Assistant

Company Name: Kripalu
Location: Stockbridge, MA

The Editorial/Web Assistant supports the Editorial and the Marketing department in the day-to-day publishing and maintenance of the content on our website, various social media outlets, and print materials. This position also performs general proofing and some clerical tasks.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Website

• General updates/maintenance/corrections to all website content via the CMS

Editorial

• Print and digital proofing
• Hold several functions in the program-to-the-web process including supplying repeat copy; verifying program and presenter names, dates, etc.
• E-newsletter content input, some general blurb writing, and other various content creation responsibilities
• Participation in weekly Editorial meetings, brainstorming sessions, and other content collaborating—including interaction with other Marketing staff and business partners.

Data Tracking:

• Regular gathering of statistics, including Google Analytics, SEM, internal search, and other data related to website and social media outlets
• Preparation and distribution of reports

CORE COMPENTENCIES:

• Possesses strong core ethics, integrity and values consistent with Kripalu’s organizational principle
• Builds effective relationships, identifies internal and external customer expectations and offers practical, mutually beneficial recommendations and solutions
• Demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform required job elements to established standards, including excellent communication skills and outstanding attention to detail
• Learns and adapts quickly in new or variable situations, resulting in successful performance
• Accepts responsibility for own actions
• Embraces experiences as learning opportunities
• Shows discretion and ability to protect confidential information

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• BA or BS degree (in a related field a plus)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills; proven Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) skills are required. Rudimentary knowledge of HTML markup a plus
• Superior proofreading skills (knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style guidelines preferred); excellent grasp of grammar and punctuation
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be able to work quickly to meet deadlines and respond to last-minute requests
• Must demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to being of service
• Willingness to learn and contribute to growth of the department

For more details, if interested, please visit www.kripalu.org/humanresources