Marketing and Writing Assistant (Temp)

Job Summary

The Department of External Relations at the University of Michigan-Dearborn is seeking a talented and creative individual to help develop content for the UM-Dearborn Admissions Blog and various marketing materials. This role is perfect for someone excited about crafting compelling content that promotes the university and provides insight into the Dearborn Wolverine student experience.

This position will provide an opportunity to gain experience in copywriting, content strategy, graphic design, and marketing. This person will work directly with the Marketing Writer & Content Strategist (70%) and Graphic Designer (30%). They will work closely with the External Relations Marketing Department, which oversees marketing strategy and outreach for current and prospective students.

Responsibilities*

• Assist Marketing Writer with ongoing writing and video projects
• Assist Graphic Designer with ongoing design projects
• Create print and digital collateral
• Develop and write content for emails, admissions blog, and other marketing materials
• Collaborate with other members of the marketing team to brainstorm and execute innovative content strategies that are compelling to target audiences
• Stay ahead of the latest trends in higher education marketing to ensure content is relevant and effective
• Reach out to faculty and students for quotes, volunteer opportunities, and content questions

Required Qualifications*

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or related field
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; elevated storytelling skills
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Indesign, photoshop, illustrator)
• Creative thinker
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work well independently
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

253061

Working Title

Marketing and Writing Assistant (Temp)

Job Title

MARKETING & MEDIA ASST (TEMP)

Work Location

Dearborn Campus

Dearborn, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Dbn Ext Relations

Department

Dbn External Relations

Posting Begin/End Date

8/12/2024 - 8/30/2024

Career Interest

Temporary Job Opening