Communications Content Assistant - FWS

About the role

Working Title: Communications Content Assistant - FWS
Position Type: Federal Work Study
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: N/A
College/Division: Advancement Marketing
Department: 100445 - Philanthropic Communications
Pay Band: Not specified
Pay Rate: Hourly Specify Range or Amount: $13-15
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? N/A
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Duties And 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
• Develop future content with audience-informed work

Qualifications

• 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.
• You can log on to your MyMadison and under Finances click ‘View My Financial Aid.’ Click on the current Aid Year. Copy and paste your award information into a Word document, and save.
• This document must be sent electronically along with your application when applying for FWS jobs.
• 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
• 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

Additional Posting Information

• The Right Candidate Will:
• 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

To Apply

Upload your resume, 1-2 writing samples (can include essays), and FWS eligibility to Arushi Sachan, sachanax@jmu.edu by Monday, September 14