WHO WE ARE

We are a fun, supportive, highly creative, high performing team!

Our staff feels valued and reminded how essential their contributions are to helping the team achieve its big-picture goals. We are entrusted with taking Covenant College to new heights.

You will work in what we affectionately call the "CreativeCave," located in the historic Carter Hall (you know, the one that looks like a castle). Our space and culture fuels employee fulfillment and innovation, designed to make it easy for team members to work together, make bold decisions, and push the envelope in the field of higher ed.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Copywriter & Editor position is responsible for producing engaging and clear text for marketing and sales materials including but not limited to emails, print collateral, digital ads, blog posts, website and more. You will work within the Marketing and Communications office and provide copywriting support for multiple offices including admissions, development, church relations, academic affairs, and student development. Content will focus on generating engagement from our key audience of prospective students and parents.

This role will require excellent proofing and editing skills. In addition, this role will have elements of research needs for identifying and writing stories about our community (alumni, students, faculty) and project management skills for ensuring projects stay on task and meet deadlines. This will also serve as the main editor for the VIEW magazine, the main creative and high-end print publication produced by the Marketing and Communications office. Responsibilities will involve writing, editing, sourcing content, managing production deadlines and collaborating with the design team on layout.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Writing engaging and clear written content focused on story-telling each aspect of the Covenant story while building meaningful connections, increasing brand awareness and encouraging community members to engage with the brand.
• Producing copy for marketing and sales materials including but not limited to emails, print collateral, digital ads, blog posts, website and more
• Write and build emails in our CRM for admissions communication plan, and scheduling.
• Editing and Proofing additional materials produced by various departments.
• Collaborate with the rest of the Marketing team on campaign content.
• Coordinate with the copywriting work study on projects for blog posts, story research, social content captions, etc.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure content is informative and appealing and ensure a consistent, integrated brand perception and visual identity.
• Provide support on and/or lead other projects as assigned by the Associate Director of Digital Marketing.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written communication, as well as proofreading and editing.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and complete tasks accurately.
• Ability to work independently within a team-based dynamic.
• Always be innovating, initiating, and creating.
• Ability to work cohesively with other stakeholders across campus.
• Function as a team player and collaborator; when necessary taking direction and applying skills to support established goals, objectives and initiatives.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of experience working in related fields.
• Strong editorial, proofreading, and writing skills
• Familiarity with keyword research
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure
• A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, English, or a related field
• Skilled in writing both long form and short form copy for various formats including print material, digital, and website.
• Knowledge of formatting and styles including AP and Chicago style

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Prior work with a liberal arts college/university is preferred.
• Familiarity with keyword research
• Experience with SEO copywriting best practices
• Experience with social media and content marketing
• Experience using Slate CRM or similar CRM platforms

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• An acceptance of and commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
• An understanding of the mission and purpose of Covenant College.
• Must be able to assent to Covenant College's Staff Commitments.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This role is expected to be performed on campus unless otherwise directed or arranged for and operates primarily in a professional office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and job specific technology.
• Remain in a stationary position at least 90% of the workday.

Lifting: occasionally; classified as light, lifting or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) up to 10 lbs.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested applicants should apply at https://www.covenant.edu/about/employment and provide a resume and a statement of faith or Christian experience. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.