A Director of Marketing Communications oversees the development and implementation of a strategic plan for a business or organization's combined communications and marketing program. Approve marketing programs and direct internal and external communications. Provide strategic leadership.
Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Opening Id:
54321
Department:
Alumni Relations & Development Salary/Grade:
EXS/8 Please note: The target budgeted salary for this position is $75,000 to $80,000 annually. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data
Job Summary:
The associate director of marketing and communications is an accomplished writer, editor, and strategic project manager with broad-based responsibilities for planning, overseeing, and implementing a wide range of communications on behalf of Northwestern Alumni Relations and Development (ARD), including the Northwestern Alumni Association (NAA). The associate director manages a portfolio of projects in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with team members and interacting with ARD and University partners, and coordinating freelance writers, editors, designers, and photographers as needed. Projects include managing and developing print and digital communications for alumni and donor engagement, such as event marketing materials, social media copy, stewardship materials, magazine stories, press releases, gift announcements, and fundraising solicitations.
Please note:
This role is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, up to two days remote and three onsite For full consideration, please submit a resume and a cover letter. •
Note:
Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job description.
Specific Responsibilities:
Collaborate with team members to develop new communications, from concept through execution Serve as the strategic project lead for individual projects and integrated, multi-faceted programs, managing partner relations and communication plan development (goal, strategy, target, channel mix, schedules, and budget) Collaborate with team members (including design, social, digital, and video) and ARD and University partners at all levels Ensure projects and programs are on strategy, on time, and on budget Review, copyedit, and proofread print and digital communications materials. Enforce editorial and brand guidelines Adapt messaging and tone as appropriate for different circumstances and audiences Decipher complex concepts and translate them to accessible language for general audiences To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
