Advancement Communications Coordinator: Alumni Engagement

Professional Writing and Rhetoric at Elon University; Elon (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Elon University is seeking a Coordinator of Advancement Communications to tell Elon’s story across multiple channels, engaging alumni, parents and friends. The role produces communications from concept to final product and works with University Advancement and campus partners to meet needs.

As a full-time staff member, you will manage editorial calendars, craft high-quality content, and leverage tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Raiser's Edge to support fundraising and engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 1–2 years related experience preferred.
• Strong writing and copy-editing skills essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manages an editorial calendar and multi-channel communications strategy.
• Produces and distributes mass emails and texts.
• Interviews subjects, captures stories, and edits materials for accuracy and impact.
• Maintains quality and branding across communications within University Advancement.
• Coordinates collaboration with campus partners on messaging and campaigns.
• Trains staff on mass email platforms and other communication tools.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Copy-editing

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Social media

Email marketing

Organization

Teamwork

Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Elon University is seeking a Coordinator of Advancement Communications to tell Elon’s story across multiple channels, engaging alumni, parents and friends. The role produces communications from concept to final product and works with University Advancement and campus partners to meet needs.

As a full-time staff member, you will manage editorial calendars, craft high-quality content, and leverage tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Raiser's Edge to support fundraising and engagement initiatives.