Marketing Coordinator

Marketing Coordinator

Morningside University is looking to fill the position of Marketing Coordinator. This position provides support to advancement, admissions, career services, alumni engagement, and other University departments. This individual will plan, schedule, and manage social media content; assist advancement with marketing events and creating email marketing content; supply written content for admissions and other marketing materials; occasionally assist with generating content for the University’s alumni magazine and news site; develop website content as needed; and assist with generating photo and video content. Responsibilities Advancement and Admissions Provide priority marketing and writing support to the Advancement and Admissions departments. Utilize information and data from departments to develop plans, content, and other resources. Build strong relationships with each department to provide effective and efficient marketing support. Assist departments with social media, videography, and photography as needed. Social Media Work with the AVP for Marketing & Communication to plan, schedule, and manage social media on the University’s primary platforms, as well as Career Services & Alumni Relations. Curate photo, video, and other content to populate social media platforms. Work with intern pool to develop intern-generated social media content. Provide support to departments and programs who request assistance with social media requests as needed. Writing & Editing Develop content for admissions marketing materials such as postcards, the viewbook, emails, etc. Write stories for the University’s alumni magazine and the news site. Assist with developing content for Morningside websites and updating content. Supply writing for other marketing and communication projects. Assist the Alumni Engagement Director with developing email communication, pieces for events, the Alumni Showcase, and other alumni-related communications. Serve as the primary editor for University Engagement, ensuring that all written content is the best quality possible. Photo and Video Content Take photos and collect videos to be used within University Engagement Provide management for photo and video shoots as needed Ensure photos and videos are stored, organized, and available for use Administrative Responsibilities. Provide outstanding service and maintain strong working relationships Participate as an active member of the University Engagement team Ensure excellence in all things marketing and communication at Morningside University.

Qualifications: Exceptional writing and editing skills demonstrated through experience with a variety of print and digital media. Experience managing social platforms for a business, nonprofit, or other brand. Technologically savvy, experience with content management systems, photo management, photography, video capture, video editing, and other common technology. Ability to work at a quick pace under pressure in order to meet deadlines. Excellent oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills; strong organizational skills. Bachelor’s degree in communication, English, journalism, marketing, or related field. Work experience or related work experience with social media, marketing, and/or websites. Review of applications for the position will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Successful completion of a background check verification is required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed, race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, or other characteristics protected by state and federal law.