Communications Content Assistant - FWS

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

4d • $13 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

JMU’s Philanthropic Communications team is looking for a curious, detail-oriented Communications Content Assistant to join our collaborative, fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll research and/or be assigned to write stories that appear across campus and to our alumni and donors. While sharpening your journalistic voice and building a strong writing portfolio, you’ll be paid to interview students, faculty and alumni, cover events and build web content. If you love a good story, write cleanly under AP style and want hands-on experience with professional marketing and fundraising communications, this is your opportunity!

Requirements

• You must be a current JMU student (enrolled in at least 6 credits) who qualifies for Federal Work Study. Verification of FWS eligibility must be provided with your application.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with familiarity in or willingness to learn AP style
• Comfortable interviewing subjects and attending events to gather content
• Detail-oriented with good time management and prioritization skills
• Working knowledge or interest in journalism, marketing, public relations, or storytelling

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience in the following is also helpful, but not required: web-based CMS (we use Cascade), Microsoft Office
• Skills in graphic design, videography, or photography are a plus
• Bring a can-do attitude and a willingness to jump in, brainstorm and bounce ideas around with the team
• Value a diversity of ideas and perspectives, and bring an open mind to feedback
• Be a people person who enjoys connecting with donors, alumni and colleagues across campus
• Be systems-oriented, with a knack for staying organized and following a process through to completion

Responsibilities

• Research, write, and edit stories related to giving to the university for web and print using AP style and JMU’s Editorial Style Guide
• Conduct interviews with donors, alumni, faculty, and students to gather quotes for stories
• Support the Philanthropic Communications team with content creation leading up to events
• Attend our philanthropy events (such as Giving Day, Bluestone Reunion and Women for Madison) to gather story content
• Build and update articles and pages using JMU’s web-based CMS (Cascade)
• Collaborate with the Philanthropic Communications team and the departments we serve on edits and feedback
• Work both collaboratively and independently, and meet project deadlines
• Develop future content with audience-informed work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed