Strategic Advancement Communications Lead

University of Missouri-Saint Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational fee discounts

University benefits package

Job summary

University of Missouri-St. Louis seeks a Director of Advancement Communications to develop and execute a strategic communications program that elevates philanthropic support.

You will lead editorial planning, craft compelling donor communications and oversee multimedia storytelling across campaigns and stewardship efforts. You will collaborate with campus partners, including Marketing, to align messaging with university priorities and enhance the institution's reputation, while driving donor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 4+ years of experience.
• Exceptional writing and editing for varied audiences.
• Lead editorial planning and manage multiple communications priorities from concept through completion.
• Experience with social media management and digital engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HTML, CMS, SEO and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead Advancement's editorial planning and execution with annual strategy.
• Write, edit and manage content for print and digital platforms.
• Lead social media content strategy and coordinate with Marketing for messaging.
• Coordinate alumni and donor communications for magazines and Class Notes.
• Develop storytelling across multimedia content including photography and video.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication

Project management

Interviewing

Public speaking

Social media management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Marketing, communications, journalism, public relations degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

HTML

CMS

SEO

Google Analytics

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)

Job description

University of Missouri-St. Louis seeks a Director of Advancement Communications to develop and execute a strategic communications program that elevates philanthropic support.

You will lead editorial planning, craft compelling donor communications and oversee multimedia storytelling across campaigns and stewardship efforts. You will collaborate with campus partners, including Marketing, to align messaging with university priorities and enhance the institution's reputation, while driving donor