"Advancement Writer, Advancement Communications - University Advancement"

Position Summary

The advancement writer will report to the senior director of Advancement Communications. The position is responsible for researching, writing, and producing highly personalized communications pieces, including proposals of seven figures or more. The incumbent also will produce collateral such as brochures, one-sheets, and solicitation letters and emails and will write editorial content for university publications, sharing philanthropic stories and profiles of our alumni, donors, and friends, as well as faculty and students. Under the supervision of the senior director, the advancement writer will cultivate and strengthen relationships with colleagues throughout UA, contribute to and advance overall communications strategies, and serve as an active member of the Advancement Communications team and the advancement writer cohort.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan, write, and edit proposals and solicitation materials for use by UA and other university leaders for gifts of seven figures or more. Prepare solicitation materials, such as appeal letters and emails, proposal templates, and case statements for targeted fundraising initiatives.
• Produce stories for university publications, including Washington magazine, The Spirit of Washington University, and university websites in consultation with the content strategy team and/or digital strategy team in Advancement Communications.
• Plan, write, edit, and produce high-end and highly individualized materials including brochures, speeches for events, and other communications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment
Office equipment

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree

Work Experience: Relevant Experience (3 Years)

More About This Job

This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $65,900 - $78,000.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master's degree

Work Experience: Writer And Editor (5 Years)

Skills: Adobe Creative Studio, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Confidentiality, Creative Writing, Detail-Oriented, Detail Planning, Diplomacy, Donor Communications, Donor Stewardship, Fundraising Strategies, Higher Education Marketing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Nonprofit Fundraising, Prioritization, Professional Ethics, Professional Etiquette, Professional Writing, Proposal Writing, Public Relations Communications, Strategic Communication Planning, Transparent Communication, Written Communication

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / Annually