Editor, Communications

J. Paul Getty Trust, The • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Editor assumes full project management responsibility to perform all editorial functions—including story development, writing feature-length and short-form stories, line editing, content management system tasks, copyediting, and proofreading—for digital and print publications on a variety of topics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the humanities (preferably in English, journalism, or art history)
• At least 5 years of relevant writing and editing experience, preferably including 3 years in an arts environment
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Experience writing feature-length stories in a journalistic style
• Copyediting and proofreading skills; knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style
• Familiarity with art history
• Ability to juggle multiple writing assignments and deadlines
• Experience working with content management systems

Nice To Haves

• Facility with Photoshop a plus

Responsibilities

• Writes and edits stories for Getty magazine and Getty’s digital platform, News & Stories, in a wide range of genres and at all levels of complexity; conducts interviews with Getty staff, subject matter experts, and members of the local arts community, and works with them to ensure all copy is fact-checked and aligned with Getty’s institutional priorities
• Creates and manages the weekly Get Inspired newsletter
• Write and edit copy as needed for the Marketing team, Getty’s Advancement department, and Trustee communications
• Upload and manage content within Getty’s content management system for publication on News & Stories, as needed
• Works with the Rights Coordinator and other colleagues to ensure that artwork images and photos can be acquired and published according to copyright rules and agreements
• Provide ad hoc support to Editorial team members across a range of projects and tasks.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees