Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to develop new communications, from concept through execution
• Serve as the strategic project lead for individual projects and integrated, multi-faceted programs, managing partner relations and communication plan development (goal, strategy, target, channel mix, schedules, and budget)
• Collaborate with team members (including design, social, digital, and video) and ARD and University partners at all levels
• Ensure projects and programs are on strategy, on time, and on budget
• Review, copyedit, and proofread print and digital communications materials.
• Enforce editorial and brand guidelines
• Adapt messaging and tone as appropriate for different circumstances and audiences
• Decipher complex concepts and translate them to accessible language for general audiences
• Work with director to maintain and develop smooth and efficient processes for the marketing and communications team
• Audit editorial quality and identify opportunities to improve communication effectiveness

Requirements

• Successful completion of a full four-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Eight years of marketing/communications or other relevant writing experience

Preferred

• Experience managing partners or clients, complex tasks, and large-scale multi-faceted marketing or editorial projects
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, collaborate, and demonstrate attention to detail
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and completing them under tight deadlines
• Experience developing strategic communication plans
• Exceptional communication skills: interviewing, writing, editing, and proofreading
• Experience in higher education advancement or complex organization
• Experience writing fundraising solicitations
• Experience in Chicago Manual of Style
• Experience in a project management workflow system such as Smartsheet
• Strong portfolio of writing that is clear, accurate, and compelling

Benefits

• At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.
• Work-Life And Wellness
• Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
• We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.
• Professional Growth & Development
• Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more