POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for creating content to promote the Seminary's objectives and helping to create positive associations with the Seminary's audiences within the church and the public.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with faculty and staff from various departments to develop content for Concordia Seminary's print and digital communications
- Research, conduct interviews, write articles and edit copy for the Seminary's magazine, e-newsletters and other publications
- Compose and distribute news releases, develop social media content and assist with email marketing campaigns
- Assist in creating and editing content for Seminary websites
- Source images to accompany written material
- Assist in the development and execution of social media strategy and policy for Concordia Seminary
- Assist in planning and executing Seminary events
- Ensure that work is well-written, accurate and on deadline
- Collaborate with the Communications team to ensure consistency of Seminary branding messages across all channels and platforms
- Use project management software
ANCILLARY DUTIES:
- Remain current on emerging technology in integrated marketing communications
- Assist with photography and video to complement story telling
- Adhere to Associated Press style, Seminary style and other communications style guides as identified
QUALIFICATIONS:
Work Experience Requirements
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills
- Three years of experience in writing and editing required
- Must be able to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
- Must be available for occasional evenings and weekends to cover campus-related events as required
- Member in good standing with LCMS-affiliated congregation preferred, but not required
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications or journalism or related degree required
Technical Skills
- Experience in a cross-platform environment (Mac/PC) using applications including Microsoft Office
- Dexterity in using social media websites and management systems, such as Hootsuite
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite applications is a plus