Junior Copywriter

Summary

Do you have a favorite pun, enjoy making a turn of phrase, and love collaborating with a group of creatives? The Alumni Association of the University of Michigan is seeking a Junior Copywriter to join our team.

As a Junior Copywriter, you will collaborate with a talented group of marketing professionals to craft compelling content that supports the Alumni Association's vision and mission by inspiring engagement, driving membership, and inspiring donations to the LEAD Scholars program.

In addition to the responsibilities and qualifications listed below and most importantly, candidates must share and hold to the highest regard, the same values that are uniquely inherent to AAUM:

ALL IN

• You believe in our mission.
• You are trustworthy and loyal to AAUM and to each other.
• You are passionate about what we're doing and proud to be a part of it.
• You are an employee who goes above and beyond the call of duty.
• You are committed to building a culture that keeps DEIJ at the heart of everything we do and recognizes and embraces the myriad of identities, experiences, and backgrounds of all staff, volunteers, and alumni.

SERVING HEART

• You are open and willing to listen to others and help in whatever way possible.
• You are dedicated to selflessly following the Platinum Rule: treat others the way they want to be treated.
• You are passionate about fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.
• You are willing to put the needs of alumni and staff colleagues ahead of your own if that is what is best for AAUM.

SOLUTION SEEKER

• You are a creative problem solver.
• You are never satisfied with the status quo.
• You find a way to say yes.
• You embrace new ideas and approaches from different perspectives.
• You are collaborative, flexible, and adaptive.
• You incorporate DEIJ into every part of your work's equation to boost relevance and value over time with evolving world views and demographics.

Who We Are

We enrich the University of Michigan's impact by serving as an independent gateway for alums of all identities, backgrounds, and experiences across the globe and in our neighborhoods in order to create and deepen belonging to the Michigan Family, the Leaders and Best.

AAUM values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the continual development of a diverse staff who thrive and contribute to a positive, equitable and inclusive environment. Our commitment to DEI work is showcased here: https://alumni.umich.edu/about/diversity/.

Responsibilities*

• Work closely with the marketing and communications team as well as our program teams to conceptualize and then write a wide range of communications that support program objectives, fundraising efforts, direct mail, email, website, video, print, display, newsletters, magazine content, social media, and presentation content.
• Edit copy as requested.
• Demonstrate attention to detail with an eye for concise, persuasive, and clear communication.
• Research potential stories and conduct interviews for projects.
• Take initiative and contribute enthusiastically to the creative needs of the marketing team.
• Make an ongoing commitment to improving writing skills and stay informed of best practices and relevant innovative trends.
• Achieve proficiency in our brand style.
• Become skilled at using our project management software, Slack, Asset Bank, and Google Docs to track projects, collaborate, and share assets.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide organizational leadership by demonstrating the Alumni Association's core values: All In, Serving Heart, and Solution Seeker, and helping other staff members demonstrate those values.
• Value and embrace different identities and diversity of thought recognizing that everyone has unique and different experiences that contribute to the best solution seeking and success for the Alumni Association.
• Work with the Alumni Association staff members to gain a clear and consistent understanding of the details of the strategic plan and feel equal ownership of every piece of it, including pieces for which there is no direct responsibility.
• Be inclusive and collaborative with every other member of the staff and every other team. Operate as a critical contributing member of the staff to complete objectives in many different areas in order to move the whole organization toward the strategic plan.
• Support University Relations efforts by demonstrating the Alumni Association's value to campus units/partners (i.e., schools/colleges, campuses).
• Continually build digital skill sets in order to implement them into work.
• Staff and participate in team meetings, Alumni Association events, and staff retreats.
• Provide staff support to the Alumni Association's Board of Directors, its committees, and other volunteers as needed.
• Coordinate special projects as assigned or required.
• Participate in the Alumni Association and other University committees as required.
• Share knowledge through internal communication.
• Support the Alumni Association's vision of creating a place of belonging for all alumni.
• Remain current with respect to technology and the University's educational resources.

Supervision Received

Direct supervision is received from the Senior Writer.

Required Qualifications*

• A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or other appropriate field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum one year experience in a related position such as marketing copywriting, journalism, web communications, public relations, or media relations.
• Can understand various programmatic objectives and distill them into language that is on brand and relevant to our audience.
• Experience successfully managing multiple projects as well as determining and meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to use Google suite including mail, sheets, docs, slides, chat, etc.
• Team player and a strong attitude for collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proven ability to generate creative, innovative solutions to issues with a can-do attitude with a mindset to be results-driven.
• Ability to work effectively with leaders and colleagues in a multicultural and diverse environment.

Work Locations

The AAUM is currently working in a hybrid or remote work setting based on job duties.This position can work a hybrid schedule with most days being remote.

Additional Information

AAUM welcomes applications from people of all abilities. This particular position requires the occasional moving of 10 lbs or less.

This position may require some evening and weekend work.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.