Senior Copywriter and Storyteller, Trulaske College of Business

Dean of College of Business

The Trulaske College of Business has an immediate opening for a copywriter and storyteller to generate content for a wide variety of outlets to share the college's good news, including its social media accounts, website, newsletters, campus collaborations, department-level publications, and more. This professional must be creative, nimble with technology, capable of making connections, and understand how all communications work together to tell a comprehensive story to multiple audiences. Each day, you'll collaborate with storytelling experts who are passionate about finding the best ways and platforms to share our story.

Our storyteller supports every single segment of the college - engaging all stakeholders, seeking to connect prospective and current students, alumni, friends, donors, faculty, staff, campus collaborators and members of the business community to our college - elevating our collective good work by sharing our stories. This candidate is comfortable providing copy for one-off uses, as well as long-form articles, press releases, integrated campaigns, key messaging while maintaining the brand voice.

Specific duties include:
* Creating content for the college, including news items, feature stories, video, digital marketing, website, events, press releases, op-eds, publications, advertising, internal communications reports and communications support for the college leadership team, ensuring that written content follows AP and MU Style as appropriate.
* Developing communications plans for the college's marketing and communications department and for large-scale college initiatives.
* Supporting the college's social media efforts and maintaining awareness of current trends in social media.
* Providing support for other members of the marketing and communications team.
* Collaborating with college, campus and industry partners to ensure maximum outcome for the efforts of the marketing and communications team.
* Working to protect the reputation and building awareness of the success of the college and ensuring that your work advances the marketing goals of the college.
* Develop and cultivate relationships with media organizations and journalists.
* Facilitate media interviews and prepare faculty and staff for interviews.

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some after-hours availability may be required.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

* A proactive communicator who can spot a story, think beyond a single post and help shape public perception.
* A strategic thinker who understands brand voice, audience segmentation and the power of consistent messaging.
* A trusted teammate with excellent judgment, creative instincts and a collaborative spirit.

Salary Range:$53,000 - $66,000/yr

Grade: GGS-010

University Title: Senior Strategic Communications Associate

Please provide a cover letter and resume with you online application.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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