Student Marketing Specialist, Content & Writing

Stony Brook, NY (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Support content creation and donor communications for university philanthropy, owning editorial angles, storytelling, and copy across digital platforms while maintaining a reusable copy library and aligned voice for ambassadors.

  • Content Engine: Build and adapt compelling copy for captions, scripts, emails, and donor messaging across channels.
  • Editorial & Storytelling: Gather stories through interviews and develop posts that highlight students, faculty, and alumni.
  • Copy Library: Maintain a templated, ready-to-use messaging hub for real-time ambassador outreach and campaign cadence.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Content Creation & Writing – Write compelling copy - captions, scripts, articles, emails, and donor-facing messaging - for digital platforms and ambassador use
  • Research and audit existing content being produced across SBU
  • Build and maintain a templated copy library inside our resource hub: personalized, ready-to-use messaging that our ambassadors can pull from in real time as they work through their outreach cadence
  • Adapt voice and tone across audiences - from alumni newsletters to social captions to formal donor communications
  • Storytelling & Editorial – Gather content, interview participants, and draft posts that highlight student, faculty, and alumni stories
  • Develop pitches and editorial angles for campaigns and ongoing content series
  • Edit and proofread work from team members and student ambassadors for clarity, accuracy, and brand voice
  • Marketing & Engagement Support – Support media planning and content scheduling across platforms
  • Assist with updating webpage copy, newsletters, and digital communication materials
  • Brainstorm creative ideas for campaigns,series, and engagement strategies

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled student in good academic standing
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats
  • Comfort interviewing people and translating conversations into engaging written content
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Reliable, punctual, and organized
  • A creative mindset with a genuine passion for digital media, marketing, and making an impact
  • Part-time, hourly position
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate student obligations

Preferred

  • Familiarity with social media copywriting and digital marketing best practices (preferred)

Benefits

  • Valuable experience in fundraising, customer service, and relationship management
  • Opportunity to develop professional skills and expand your network
  • Flexible work schedule to fit your academic commitments
  • Make a positive impact on the university community
  • Opportunity to work in a fun and engaging team environment
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ion Philanthropy LLC

ion Philanthropy is a dynamic fundraising consulting firm founded on the principle of disrupting the status quo and driving transformative impact across the nonprofit sector. We believe in moving beyond traditional fundraising methods to forge meaningful connections between organizations and their audiences, ultimately fueling sustainable growth and mission fulfillment.At ion Philanthropy, we understand that nonprofits are the catalysts for positive change in our world. That's why we partner with organizations to develop innovative and tailored fundraising strategies that resonate with their unique missions and values. We don't just raise funds; we cultivate lasting relationships, build engaged communities, and empower our partners to achieve their most ambitious goals.

Founded in 2024
Dallas, Texas, USA
47 employees

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