In-Gallery & Scholarly Editorial Direction: Partner with
curators and content creators to shepherd exhibition wall panels,
object labels, in-gallery print materials, and scholarly
publications through the editorial process, ensuring texts maintain
scholarly integrity while remaining engaging and accessible to
diverse audiences.
Strategic Communications & Media Relations: Collaborate
with the Communications Production Manager and museum leadership to
develop and execute integrated communications strategies. Serve as
a key liaison to national media and art critics, crafting press
pitches, coordinating interviews, and communicating story
priorities for WCMA's programs and new building.
Teamwork & Operations: Work with Communications Production
Manager to establish editorial timelines; co-manage the annual
Communications budget and external PR/vendor contracts; supervise
and mentor student interns; and support public programs and museum
events as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
with professional writing and developmental editing (preferably in
a museum or equivalent arts organization), or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex editorial projects
from conception through completion.
- Superior writing, developmental editing, copy editing, and
proofreading skills, with a strong design sensibility and the
ability to adapt messaging for varied audiences.
- Outstanding interpersonal, project management, and
collaborative skills across cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience in communications and/or editorial
leadership within an arts organization.
- Professional experience telling compelling stories using
digital platforms and media assets, with an innovative approach to
information delivery.
- Ability to track, analyze, and assess the effectiveness of
institutional communication efforts.
Work Arrangement:
This position is expected to be
fully on-site and in person
at the Williams College campus/WCMA in Williamstown, MA. This is a
full-time, year-round, benefited position that involves a
significant amount of on-site presence in order to fully
collaborate with the Communications Production Manager, museum
leadership, media, actively participate in the activities of the
public-facing museum, and engage with the college community.
Application review will begin on
October 15, 2026. Pay range
is from $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience.
A cover letter is
required in order for your application to
be considered. In your letter, please address your interest in this
particular position and highlight relevant experience in editorial
management, strategic communications, and writing within an
arts/cultural context. Please attach your cover letter as a
separate document in your application.
Williams College is committed to building a broadly diverse and
inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live,
learn, and thrive. Williams invests in our employees, offering
comprehensive health insurance with coverage starting your first
day of work, robust retirement plan contributions, tuition
reimbursement, professional development opportunities, paid leave,
access to gym facilities, discounts with local vendors, and more.
Our vibrant 450-acre campus is home to around 2,000 students who
benefit from a 6:1 student-faculty ratio, and their energy is the
heartbeat of our active population. Many people come to Williams
for the job and stay for decades because of the lively environment
and warm neighbors. You're more than a person doing a job; you are
joining our community.
Please visit careers.williams.edu to apply.
Correction (9/28/26)
: An earlier version of this
posting, published on September 26, 2026, incorrectly listed the
experience requirement as 3 years. The listing has been updated as
of September 28, 2026 to reflect the correct requirement of a
minimum of at least 5 years of relevant experience.
ALL employees must have completed an I-9 BEFORE they can begin
work.
Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of
background information submitted by the applicant, including the
completion of a criminal record check, and education when
applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and
conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state
law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national
origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military
service.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie
detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal
penalties and civil liability.
Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination,
Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive
community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and
thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons
with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If
reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job
application or interview process please feel free to contact us via
phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu.
To apply, visit https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/williamscollege/External_Career_Site/job/Williamstown-MA-Main-Campus/Communications-Editorial-Manager-for-Williams-College-Museum-of-Art_JR10000001514.
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