Content Marketing Specialist Jobs in Virginia
Content Marketing Specialist jobs in Virginia are open across Arlington, Falls Church, and Reston and other Virginia metros, with employers like Amazon, Christopher Newport University, and Digital Building Components hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Departmental Objective
To help position CNU as a preeminent public liberal arts and sciences university through marketing, communications, and disseminating information by serving as the University’s in-house agency.
Purpose of the Position
This position will work as a member of the digital content team to maintain official university web properties and create content for social media and the digital marketing needs of the University.
- Maintain university webpages and event calendars using content management systems
- Manipulate photos for use on the web and other digital platforms
- Collaborate with team members, faculty, and staff to design and build digital content
- Keep up to date on the latest web and digital technology
- Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
- Experience creating digital content for social media
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Ability to work openly, collaboratively, and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of digital marketing and communication concepts
- Ability to meet deadlines, be thorough and precise in work, and be able to multitask
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability and desire to learn new applications and processes as needed
- Proficiency in website maintenance (working knowledge of content management systems, photo editing software)
- Working knowledge of web technology, accessibility, usability, and information architecture
- Basic knowledge of web analytics
- Basic knowledge of HTML and markdown
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education: High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Experience:
- Experience working in any of the following areas: website maintenance, social media, digital communications and marketing, including new and emerging trends.
Additional Consideration(s)
Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, business, communications, or related field
Experience:
- Experience in web content management
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud
- Experience working in a university/college setting
- Experience working with content management systems (including but not limited to: Cascade Server and Slate CRM)
- Experience creating content for social media (including, but not limited to video production, designing graphic elements, and writing copy for a variety of social platforms)
Salary Information
Starting at $43,417, Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Departmental Objective
To help position CNU as a preeminent public liberal arts and sciences university through marketing, communications, and disseminating information by serving as the University’s in-house agency.
Purpose of the Position
This position will work as a member of the digital content team to maintain official university web properties and create content for social media and the digital marketing needs of the University.
- Maintain university webpages and event calendars using content management systems
- Manipulate photos for use on the web and other digital platforms
- Collaborate with team members, faculty, and staff to design and build digital content
- Keep up to date on the latest web and digital technology
- Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
- Experience creating digital content for social media
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Ability to work openly, collaboratively, and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of digital marketing and communication concepts
- Ability to meet deadlines, be thorough and precise in work, and be able to multitask
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability and desire to learn new applications and processes as needed
- Proficiency in website maintenance (working knowledge of content management systems, photo editing software)
- Working knowledge of web technology, accessibility, usability, and information architecture
- Basic knowledge of web analytics
- Basic knowledge of HTML and markdown
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education: High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Experience:
- Experience working in any of the following areas: website maintenance, social media, digital communications and marketing, including new and emerging trends.
Additional Consideration(s)
Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, business, communications, or related field
Experience:
- Experience in web content management
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud
- Experience working in a university/college setting
- Experience working with content management systems (including but not limited to: Cascade Server and Slate CRM)
- Experience creating content for social media (including, but not limited to video production, designing graphic elements, and writing copy for a variety of social platforms)
Salary Information
Starting at $43,417, Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
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Content Marketing Specialist Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon1
- Christopher Newport University1
- Digital Building Components1
- Eplus Technology1
- Esri1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software3
- Education2
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Distribution & Wholesale1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in content marketing specialist jobs across Virginia.
- Two to four years of experience creating and distributing content across multiple channels
- Proficiency with a major CMS such as WordPress or Contentful and an email marketing platform
- Demonstrated understanding of SEO fundamentals including keyword research and on-page optimization
- Experience using analytics tools such as Google Analytics to measure content performance
- Strong writing and editing skills with a portfolio of published long-form and short-form work
- Familiarity with project management tools and the ability to manage editorial calendars independently
Content Marketing Specialist Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many content marketing specialist jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 12+ content marketing specialist openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Arlington, Falls Church, and Reston. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do content marketing specialists make in Virginia?
Content marketing specialists in Virginia earn a median of about $76,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,100 for the lowest 10% to over $153,300 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most content marketing specialist jobs?
Arlington, Falls Church, and Reston have the most content marketing specialist openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire content marketing specialists in Virginia?
Employers hiring content marketing specialists in Virginia include Amazon, Christopher Newport University, and Digital Building Components, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote content marketing specialist jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 33% of content marketing specialist openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for content marketing specialist jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to content marketing specialist jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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