Admissions and Development Writer
Admissions and Development Writer
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$ 55000 - 65000
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Job Description
Reporting to the Universitys Managing Editor the Admissions and Development Writer produces compelling content that supports prospective student outreach enrollment communications alumni relations and development efforts. As part of the Communications and Marketing team this role collaborates with stakeholders to shape narratives that resonate with prospective students alumni friends and donors. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful and creative storyteller who can translate complex ideas into clear engaging writing.
Education/Experience
A bachelors degree in communications journalism marketing English or a related field is .
Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in media an agency setting higher education or related field.
Working knowledge of WordPress AP style experience with project management and collaboration tools a plus.
Knowledge. Skills Abilities
Demonstrates creativity and originality in content development a commitment to high ethical standards and integrity and the ability to adjust tone and structure as needed.
Experience developing communications and collateral to support recruitment fundraising and alumni engagement across a range of formats including website copy emails brochures scripts and stewardship communications.
Familiarity with best practices in donor communications and enrollment marketing including audience segmentation lifecycle messaging and content tailored to drive engagement and conversion.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with efficiency and attention to detail.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Admissions Marketing & Enrollment Writing 40
Shape content strategy and create engaging audiencefocused materials across digital and print channels including email campaigns landing pages brochures text campaigns social media and video scripts to support student recruitment and enrollment marketing.
Tailor copy for various stages of the prospective student journey from inquiry to application to enrollment.
Collaborate with Communications and Marketing team admissions and academic stakeholders to ensure recruitment materials are accurate strategically aligned with program strengths and institutional voice and reflect student needs incorporating SEO and accessibility best practices as applicable.
Development Fundraising & Alumni Communications Writing 30
Create persuasive donorcentric contentincluding fundraising campaigns appeals stewardship communications event collateral and digital materialstailored to alumni and donor audiences.
Craft messages that highlight institutional impact and contribute to storytelling efforts that elevate alumni achievements and strengthen institutional pride across constituencies.
Ensure alignment with institutional voice and advancement strategies working closely with the Office of Institutional Advancement.
Audience Strategy & Project Management 20
Leverage feedback and performance metrics to adjust messaging and improve outcomes over time.
Support the development of integrated messaging calendars and campaign timelines.
Research and maintain familiarity with competitors trends in higher education marketing and audience behaviors to inform strategy.
Collaboration & Institutional Support 10
Work collaboratively across departments to gather information identify storytelling opportunities and align messaging with institutional goals.
Support proofreading brand alignment and editorial consistency across communications developed by internal partners.
Contribute to internal team initiatives brainstorming sessions and content planning meetings.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Adler University that all persons are entitled to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) protection. The University does not discriminate against any individual for employment because of age religion race color gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin ancestry marital status physical or mental disability military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
