Copywriter

Description Advancement/Fundraising Copywriter (Higher Education) - Remote Contract We are partnering with to identify a specialized Advancement/Fundraising Copywriter to support donor communications, annual giving initiatives, and alumni engagement campaigns. This is a unique opportunity for a writer with direct higher education advancement or fundraising communications experience who understands how to craft messaging that inspires donor engagement and drives giving action. The university is currently preparing for its upcoming anniversary campaign launching in August, along with several annual giving and donor stewardship initiatives. The team is seeking a strategic writer who can jump in quickly and support high-impact email marketing and fundraising communications efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Write compelling donor-facing email marketing content for annual giving and fundraising campaigns + Develop email campaign messaging tied to Giving Day, fiscal year-end fundraising, stewardship, and anniversary initiatives + Craft alumni engagement and donor communications aligned to institutional voice and mission + Support multi-touch fundraising email campaign sequences and donor journey messaging + Collaborate with advancement and alumni relations teams on campaign messaging strategy and storytelling + Create emotionally compelling copy designed to increase donor participation and engagement

Ideal Background:

+ Direct experience within higher education advancement, alumni relations, or fundraising communications + Proven success writing fundraising-focused email marketing campaigns + Strong understanding of donor psychology, stewardship communications, and annual giving strategies + Experience supporting Giving Day or anniversary fundraising campaigns preferred + Ability to balance emotional storytelling with strategic calls-to-action Requirements

• Proven experience writing copy for fundraising, advancement, or donor engagement initiatives.
• Strong background creating email and campaign content designed to encourage giving and audience response.
• Understanding of annual giving strategy, donor stewardship, alumni relations, and the principles that influence donor behavior.
• Ability to craft emotionally engaging, mission-centered messaging that reflects an established institutional tone.
• Demonstrated skill in copywriting, copy editing, and promotional writing for digital communications.
• Experience supporting Giving Day, fiscal year-end appeals, or similar deadline-driven fundraising campaigns is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

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