POSITION SUMMARY
The Content Fellow will have opportunities to work on a range of
communications projects that engage and inform alumni, prospective
students, and on-campus audiences. The Fellow may create written
material for outlets such as the College website,
The Grinnell
Magazine, and the other communications platforms; and may also
create visual and social media content and other digital
communications.
The Fellow will play a role in the development of the weekly
Campus Memo that serves as a communications resource for
informing students, faculty, and staff about news of interest to
the larger campus community in an engaging, timely, and accessible
manner.
The ideal candidate would be a recent (within four years) graduate
of Grinnell College with excellent writing, oral communication,
research, organizational, and multitasking skills to work on a
range of print and digital communications that convey the heart and
soul of Grinnell College to varied audiences. For a talented,
motivated, collaborative communicator with a professional attitude,
this can be a highly rewarding first job, with hands-on experience
to build a solid portfolio of print, digital, and web work.
This is a 1-year term position with the possibility for an
additional year extension.
Key Responsibilities
The Content Fellow contributes to the creation of multi-platform
content in support of Grinnell’s mission, goals, and strategic
priorities, and will:
- Work with team members to develop and execute creative,
engaging content that meets project objectives for campus
stakeholders, donors, and alumni, student recruitment,
image-building, and other operations of the College as
assigned.
Monitor engagement with our content and share insights and
recommendations to improve and optimize content.
Develop discipline expertise, remain up to date with industry
best practices, and share skills and knowledge with fellow team
members to advance cross-training and strategic integrated
communications practices.
Execute integrated communication strategies based on a shared
understanding of the College, including mission, vision, and values
as well as institutional identity and brand strategy; its audiences
and stakeholders; and our communications channels.
ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGE
Grinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in
Grinnell, Iowa and is consistently ranked on the U.S. News and
World Report’s list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges.
Grinnell College values diversity, equity, inclusion, social
justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek
candidates that align with these values and have the ability and
desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and
the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to
collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the College
across all constituencies.
Minimum Qualifications
- An undergraduate degree is required and from Grinnell College
is preferred
- One-year related work experience preferred but not
required
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and strong
attention to detail is critical
- Effectively researches potential issues, reconciles
inconsistencies, and resolves issues
- Actively participates in discussions, values feedback, and
maintains integrity in professional relationships
- Demonstrated aptitude and desire to be part of a collaborative,
problem-solving team
- Champions diversity, equity, and inclusion