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Job Ref:
JR-3007
Location:
21 27 Burlington Ave, BOSTON, MA 02215
Category:
Communications/Marketing
Employment Type:
Full time
Work Location:
Remote: occasional onsite
Salary/Pay Rate:
$70,600.00 - $80,800.00 per year
Overview
This role will focus on developing, producing and/or editing branded content for Dana-Farber. The Writer/Digital Content Producer plays a critical role in achieving key communications goals for both workforce and cancer-centric audiences.
The person in this position will be a versatile storyteller and key collaborator in the department and will work with team members to bring ideas to fruition in a timely fashion as they continuously identify areas of opportunity for content with high impact.
Through branded storytelling across platforms, this role will produce and/or edit content, video, and positive, people-focused stories to drive awareness and emotional connection to the Dana-Farber brand, increase engagement with our brand content, and support aggressive recruitment goals for the Future Cancer Hospital. Stories will be engaging, thoughtful, and well-researched and written. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Write and/or edit content for Dana-Farber channels, including stories, social media posts, video, infographics, and more, with eye for accuracy, quality engaging visuals, and best practices such as search engine optimization (SEO).
- Regularly propose, execute, and project manage social video and other multimedia content in line with key performance indicators such as reach, engagement, and website traffic.
- Work with internal team members to identify messaging priorities.
- Work with designers, video production, and other team members to storyboard, script, and produce content.
- Manage logistics of some content operations, including social videos.
- Continually push forward and identify storytelling opportunities and gaps for the Dana-Farber brand.
- Manage communications requests from Institute departments as needed.
- Identify content ideas from across departments.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Demonstrated high editorial skills and standards.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices.
- Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong project management skills and ability to work independently.
- Skilled at developing rapport with staff at all levels of the Institute and building a reliable network of contacts and sources.
- Perceptive and probing interview skills.
- Versatility to modify writing/editing style for different audiences and purposes.
- Ability to relate technical material in a variety of fields—administration, human resources, facilities and finance—in a style that is easily comprehensible to general readers.
- Ability to be diplomatic, especially during the text-clearing process.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English required.
- Bachelor's degree in Communication preferred.
- 3 years of writing and/or editing experience required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
PATIENT CONTACT:
- Some contact through story development, and in other limited settings
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$70,600.00 - $80,800.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Digital Content Specialist
Verify your degree aligns with the role
H-1B approval for Digital Content Specialist roles hinges on a direct connection between your degree field and the job duties. A degree in communications, marketing, or digital media strengthens the specialty occupation case; a mismatched field can trigger an RFE.
Check LCA filings before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm an employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for Digital Content Specialist or closely related titles. Prior LCA history signals a functioning H-1B sponsorship process, not just a stated willingness to sponsor.
Search H-1B employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Digital Content Specialist openings by verified DOL filing history, so you're targeting employers who have actually sponsored the role before, not just those who list H-1B sponsorship as a checkbox in a job posting.
Request premium processing before the lottery
Ask your employer to elect premium processing when filing your I-129. USCIS guarantees a decision within 15 business days, giving you faster clarity on cap-subject H-1B petitions and reducing the limbo period between lottery selection and start date.
Benchmark your offered wage against the prevailing rate
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Cross-reference your offer against the OFLC Wage Search before signing to confirm compliance and avoid LCA certification issues that stall the filing.
Build a portfolio that documents specialty occupation
Compile work samples that demonstrate degree-level analysis, editorial strategy, or content architecture, not just execution tasks. Adjudicators scrutinize whether Digital Content Specialist duties genuinely require a bachelor's, so evidence of specialized judgment strengthens your employer's petition.
H-1B Visa Digital Content Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Digital Content Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Positions focused on content strategy, editorial planning, or digital analytics with a defined degree requirement in communications, marketing, or a related discipline are more likely to qualify than broadly scoped coordinator roles.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Digital Content Specialist positions?
Tech companies, media organizations, financial services firms, and large enterprise brands with in-house content teams are the most consistent sponsors. You can identify them by searching DOL Labor Condition Application disclosures or browsing verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, which filters results by actual H-1B filing history for this role category.
How does the H-1B cap and lottery affect Digital Content Specialists?
Most Digital Content Specialist positions are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery capped at 85,000 slots. Registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. Roles at universities or nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt and can be filed at any time, so targeting those employers avoids the lottery entirely.
What documents should a Digital Content Specialist prepare for an H-1B petition?
Your employer's attorney will need your degree transcripts and diploma, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., your resume with role-specific accomplishments, and a detailed job description tying your duties to the degree requirement. O*NET documentation for the relevant SOC code is also commonly used to support the specialty occupation argument.
Can I change employers as a Digital Content Specialist on H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer once they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer must file before your current status expires, and the new role must also qualify as a specialty occupation.