Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting and editing advancement communications including donor impact updates, newsletters, appeal letters, and acknowledgment materials
• Support development of stewardship communications that demonstrate how donor gifts are making impact
• Help produce donor impact reports including writing, editing, layout coordination, and proofreading
• Assist with proposal development by gathering supporting materials, formatting documents, and coordinating campus input
• Maintain advancement content library including boilerplate language, case statements, program descriptions, and impact stories
• Proofread all donor-facing communications for accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment
• Support social media content development for advancement channels
• Help coordinate photo and video shoots for advancement storytelling and marketing

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing, or related field
• 1-3 years of experience in higher education, nonprofit, advancement, or related fields
• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong command of grammar, AP style, and clear storytelling
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all communications
• Ability to translate complex information into accessible, compelling narratives and data visualizations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Adobe Creative Suite experience a plus
• Experience with email marketing platforms, content management systems, or social media tools
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred

• Familiarity with donor stewardship and fundraising communications
• Understanding of brand management and messaging consistency
• Experience with photography, videography, or graphic design
• Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM systems
• Understanding of STEM fields or ability to learn and communicate technical concepts

Benefits

• This role offers excellent professional development opportunities in advancement communications, nonprofit storytelling, and higher education marketing
• competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being