Marketing & Communications Fellow

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

11d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

As the Marketing and Communications Fellow at the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture (MLWC), you’ll bring your voice, creativity, and perspective to a mission-driven team dedicated to honoring culture, history, and community. This fellowship is designed for a recent graduate eager to grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to a vibrant cultural center within higher education. This role invites you to think creatively, communicate strategically, and make an impact through compelling content and outreach.

Requirements

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program.
None required beyond education

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to detail.
Basic graphic design and multimedia skills (experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools preferred).
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Prior experience with social media content creation and strategy.
Knowledge of Black culture, history, and contributions of the African Diaspora.
Experience with website content management and digital marketing strategies.
Previous involvement in student affairs or cultural center operations.
Ability to analyze engagement data and adjust marketing strategies accordingly.
Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
Ability to adapt communication styles for different platforms and audiences.
Creative problem-solving skills and an innovative mindset.

Responsibilities

Create engaging written, visual, and multimedia content for MLWC’s website, newsletters, and social media platforms.
Research and produce storytelling content that highlights MLWC programs, events, and community impact.
Manage and maintain an editorial calendar to ensure consistent, timely content delivery.
Develop and execute social media strategies that grow MLWC’s online presence and engagement.
Monitor and respond to social media interactions in alignment with MLWC’s mission, values, and voice.
Track engagement metrics and prepare performance insights to inform future strategy.
Support the development of clear, consistent, and compelling messaging aligned with MLWC’s mission and Duke values.
Assist with targeted marketing tools and outreach resources.
Manage email campaigns, newsletters, and listserv communications.
Coordinate communications with Duke departments and campus partners regarding MLWC events and initiatives.
Design visually engaging promotional materials (flyers, graphics, presentations) using tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
Ensure brand consistency across all platforms and materials.
Share opportunities relevant to the MLWC community.
Offer a post-graduate perspective to help inform MLWC initiatives.
Support event coordination through communications, outreach, and student engagement.
Perform related duties to support departmental, divisional, and University goals as assigned.