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Senior Associate Director, Advancement Communications - University Advancement

Position Summary

This position proactively develops and executes strategies to create and distribute Advancement news and content that promotes engagement and giving among Washington University alumni, parents, and friends. In addition, works closely with department colleagues and communication partners across the university to identify and produce stories that appeal to broad and segmented audiences. Must demonstrate exceptional writing and copy editing skills and ability to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop relationships with campus communication partners. Collaborate with these partners to identify opportunities to share alumni and giving stories.
  • Coordinate the production of press releases, articles, and other content, including securing photos, editing and proofreading copy, and routing text for review.
  • Write articles and news releases for Advancement and partner publications, websites, and other channels.
  • This includes interviewing donors and prospects, alumni, and faculty experts across disciplines and stewarding them through the text review and photography processes.
  • Assist with the production and distribution of publications produced within the department. This includes providing meticulous copy editing, fact-checking, and proofreading support in accordance with AP style and various university style guides.
  • Generate overarching strategies for improving the distribution of content across channels and increasing coverage for Advancement initiatives and priorities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in strategic communications, public relations, media relations, or a closely related field.
  • Seven years of experience in feature writing.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in writing news and feature articles, and copy editing using editorial style guides.
  • Experience in higher education or advancement.
  • Strong communicator with a track record of building relationships across disciplines and departments within a complex organization.
  • Experience with social media and Adobe Creative Suite, including Dreamweaver and Photoshop.
  • Basic understanding of HTML.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, research, and interviewing skills.
  • Ability to select, write, and edit content in support of strategic goals.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to think analytically and proactively develop solutions to problems.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage competing priorities.
  • High degree of diplomacy and tact.
  • Understanding of and commitment to the highest professional standards.
  • Respect for confidentiality and a strong sense of professional ethics.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of related experience.

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