Senior Manager, Content Strategy

How You’ll Contribute

The Communications Division leads the development and execution of integrated communications and marketing strategies to further the mission of the National Geographic Society and advance its position as one of the world's most trusted non-profit organizations and global brands. Driven by the Society's vision to be more globally known for its impactful Explorer-led mission programs, the Division's creative and strategic minds develop strategic communications, marketing campaigns, creative, content, and media to promote the Society's strategic plan and key priorities. The Division comprises six departments: Engagement and Marketing Strategy, Brand, Creative, Strategic Communications, Executive Communications, and Content and Editorial.

The Content and Editorial Strategy team amplifies the mission and work of the Society across all owned and influenced National Geographic platforms through a centralized and controlled pipeline of narrative stories, editorial strategies, and impactful messaging. The team is responsible for managing collaboration across all Disney business lines of business through our joint venture, National Geographic Partners.

The Sr. Manager, Content Strategy is responsible for creating and identifying opportunities to execute the Society’s content strategy through National Geographic Partners and Disney. They are responsible for leading and overseeing the day-to-day management of the content relationship with a subset of Partners editorial units and direct the coordination between other Society teams. This position fosters a deep understanding of Disney/NatGeo’s content and uses it to inform Society’s ongoing content strategy designed to illuminate and protect the wonder of the world. Working across the content strategy team, they will ensure calendarization and tracking of opportunities, pitches, and editorial coverage, as well as the design and creation of pitch materials. This position serves as a contact for editorial talent requests and pitches, working closely with Explorer Programs to identify the right candidates.

Your Impact

Responsibilities Include:

• As a peer with NGP editorial/content staff, drive day-to-day execution of Society’s content strategy with a subset of NGP and Disney content leads. Understand their editorial needs, co-construct and execute on editorial projects. Pitch new ideas, integrate talent and content into existing projects, leverage content to amplify Society goals, and collaborate on editorial projects. (45%)
• Creatively develop and package content ideas for Disney/NatGeo outlets based on the work of Society and Explorers. Translate work of Society teams into story opportunities for NGP. (15%)
• Oversee execution of major editorial collaboration projects with all NGP editorial/content units. Assist in developing strategy for, and ensure execution of, content campaigns in support of Society projects and programs. Supervise internal systems for capturing all content ideas and opportunities across the Society. (20%)
• Lead Society responses to day-to-day editorial requests from certain NGP editorial leads - packaging content and talent, responding to requests, troubleshooting issues, and identifying new opportunities. (20%)

What You’ll Bring

Education

Bachelor's Degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Minimum Years of Experience

7+ years of experience in the media and communications industry leading development and planning of content, talent, and storytelling across multiple platforms.

Necessary Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of modern media business, including editorial trends and opportunities.
• Keen understanding of the process and power of storytelling - both text and visual.
• Solid creative reputation and demonstrated editorial experience.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills and ability to work with individuals and groups at all levels.
• Google Worskpace, Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

Desired Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of target audiences and industry trends.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, under deadlines, with changing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced, environment.
• A demonstrated interest in illuminating and protecting the wonder of our world.

Supervision

No Direct Reports

Salary Information

The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.

The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more. At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The salary range for this position is $110,200.00 - $116,000.00.

In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.); paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.

Job Designation

Hybrid - At the Society, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are Hybrid. Our Hybrid category requires that staff work at Base Camp two days each week: every Tuesday and Wednesday. Hybrid staff are also always welcome to come in additional days each week if preferred.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.