Degreed

Director of Content Marketing

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-Learning, Workforce Development, EdTechIndustries

Director of Content Marketing

Employment Type: [Not Specified] Location Type: [Not Specified] Salary: [Not Specified]

Position Overview

Degreed is the upskilling platform that fuels growth and innovation through lifelong learning. We bring together everything you need to learn and advance: LMSs, courses, videos, articles, projects, and real-world skill insights, matching you with opportunities that align with your skills, role, and goals. For businesses, Degreed helps build a culture of learning that attracts, develops, and retains top talent, driving both individual and company success. We believe learning is the key to unlocking opportunities. Our mission is to discover, empower, and celebrate the next generation of global expertise. Join us in shaping the future of learning and workforce development!

We’re looking for a strategic, creative, and audience-obsessed Director of Content Marketing to lead Degreed’s content engine into its next chapter of growth. In this high-impact, player-coach role, you’ll define and execute a bold content strategy that elevates our brand, connects deeply with our audiences, and supports our product, demand, and thought leadership initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Director of Product Marketing and Communications, you’ll oversee a high-performing team spanning content, multimedia, social, and design. You’ll also lead the charge in leveraging AI and automation to scale content creation, amplify our message, and deliver measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, lead, and continually evolve a world-class content strategy that supports Degreed’s brand visibility, product growth, and business goals.
  • Develop a deep understanding of Degreed’s audience segments and create content strategies tailored to executive decision-makers and learning professionals.
  • Manage and scale Degreed’s editorial calendar—spanning blogs, videos, thought leadership, reports, and social content.
  • Lead, coach, and inspire a high-performing team including a Content Marketing Manager, Senior Multimedia Content Creator, Brand Designer, and external agencies/contractors.
  • Execute and refine a modern SEO and AEO strategy to boost Degreed’s organic reach and authority.
  • Drive content operations and efficiency through the thoughtful application of AI and automation tools.
  • Partner cross-functionally with product marketing, digital, brand, events, and sales teams to align messaging, maximize content value, and support campaigns.
  • Maintain high standards of editorial quality, brand consistency, and creative innovation across all content.
  • Write, produce, and oversee the creation of high-impact assets including research reports, blogs, and multimedia stories.
  • Track performance, analyze trends, and adapt strategies to ensure measurable impact and continuous improvement.
  • Experiment with emerging formats, channels, and technologies to keep Degreed’s content leading-edge.

Key Skills

  • Proven ability to lead and scale content marketing programs, with a strong track record of ownership across strategy, execution, and team development.
  • Strategic thinker with deep expertise in B2B buyer behavior, content marketing best practices, and evolving digital trends.
  • Strong grasp of Degreed’s target L&D and executive audiences, market dynamics, and competitive landscape.
  • Expertise in building and scaling SEO and AEO strategies that drive discoverability and conversion.
  • Hands-on experience with AI content tools, CMS platforms, and marketing automation systems.
  • Highly creative storyteller and brand builder with experience across multimedia channels (e.g., blogs, video, reports, and social media).
  • Excellent coordination and project management skills, with a track record of leading complex initiatives across multiple teams.
  • Data-driven mindset with strong analytical skills to measure performance and optimize strategies.
  • Experience leading internal creative teams and managing external vendors/contractors effectively.
  • Experience leading internal creative talent and external vendors/contractors.

What Sets You Apart

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Company Information

Degreed is the upskilling platform that fuels growth and innovation through lifelong learning. We bring together everything you need to learn and advance: LMSs, courses, videos, articles, projects, and real-world skill insights, matching you with opportunities that align with your skills, role, and goals. For businesses, Degreed helps build a culture of learning that attracts, develops, and retains top talent, driving both individual and company success. We believe learning is the key to unlocking opportunities. Our mission is to discover, empower, and celebrate the next generation of global expertise. Join us in shaping the future of learning and workforce development!

Application Instructions

[Not Specified]

Skills

Content Strategy
Team Leadership
Content Marketing
SEO
AEO
AI Content Tools
CMS Platforms
Marketing Automation
Digital Trends
B2B Buyer Behavior
Market Dynamics
Audience Engagement

Degreed

Learning platform for workforce skill development

About Degreed

Degreed provides a learning and skill development platform designed to help businesses and organizations enhance their workforce. The platform integrates various learning resources such as courses, articles, videos, and webinars, allowing users to track their learning progress, set goals, and gain insights into their skill development. This centralized hub fosters a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability within organizations. Degreed differentiates itself by addressing the fast-changing skill requirements in the workforce and focusing on internal mobility, enabling employees to acquire new skills and move within the organization. The company's goal is to empower organizations to maximize their human capital through ongoing learning and development, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$377.6MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family (both PPO and HDHP plans available)
Dental and vision plans for you and your family
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Company equity
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 4% match
Company funded HSA and dependent care FSA (pending eligibility)
Generous Parental Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off and 5 sick days per year
Education benefit: Up to $1,200 per year for anything you want to learn (and we mean anything)!
One-time Home Office Stipend to make your workspace more comfortable
Monthly internet and phone stipend
Monthly wellness stipend through Twic

Risks

Emerging EdTech startups offer similar platforms at lower costs, threatening Degreed's market share.
Economic downturns may reduce corporate spending on Degreed's subscription-based model.
Data privacy concerns pose compliance challenges amid Degreed's global expansion.

Differentiation

Degreed integrates diverse learning resources into a single, comprehensive platform.
The platform supports internal mobility by connecting users to job opportunities.
Degreed's AI-driven capabilities enhance user experience and learning outcomes.

Upsides

Increased demand for personalized learning boosts Degreed's tailored skill development pathways.
Hybrid work models drive investment in digital learning solutions like Degreed.
Partnerships with coaching platforms enhance Degreed's leadership development offerings.

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