• Job Description

  Req#: 25-25192
  Fundraising Marketing Copywriter
  Pay: $25.54 /hour
  Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  Location: Chicago, IL 60615
  Overview
  The University is seeking a skilled Fundraising Marketing Copywriter to develop compelling content for advancement communications. This role involves creating persuasive donor-focused messaging across multiple channels to support fundraising and alumni engagement efforts.
  Job Description
  Content Creation
  • Develop engaging copy for fundraising and donor communications, including:
    • Annual giving campaigns (emails, letters, and online appeals).
    • Major and principal gift proposals and case statements.
    • Alumni engagement materials, such as event invitations and volunteer outreach.
    • Planned giving communications.
  Outreach Strategy & Collaboration
  • Partner with stakeholders to develop messaging that aligns with giving and engagement priorities.
  • Work with design and digital teams to ensure cohesive and compelling content that adheres to brand standards.
  Editing & Optimization
  • Ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency in all communications.
  • Optimize content for multi-channel distribution, including email, print, web, and social media.
  • Conduct A/B testing and analyze campaign performance to improve donor conversion rates.
  Donor Insights & Research
  • Research donor audiences, giving trends, and institutional priorities to tailor messaging.
  • Stay informed about higher education fundraising trends to develop innovative donor engagement strategies.
  Required Skills
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills with a focus on persuasive, audience-centered messaging.
  • Strong storytelling abilities that resonate with diverse audiences.
  • Understanding of fundraising principles, donor psychology, and alumni engagement.
  • Experience with multi-channel campaigns (print, email, web, and social media).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with strong attention to detail.
  Education Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field.
  • 3–5 years of experience in copywriting, marketing, or advancement communications, preferably within higher education or the nonprofit sector.
  Technical Proficiency
  • Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Blackbaud, Ellucian) and email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Emma).
  • Basic knowledge of SEO and digital content optimization.
  • Experience with Microsoft Teams; familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
  Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in higher education or advancement communications.
  • Ability to translate institutional priorities and academic initiatives into compelling donor messaging.
  • Understanding of higher education fundraising trends, including comprehensive and capital campaigns.
  
  Benefits (employee contribution):
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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