Junior Copywriter - Marketing, Insights and Communications

OVERVIEW:
The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Junior Copywriter opportunity in the Marketing, Insights and Communications department.The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicities, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. This commitment is consistent with our mission to inspire our students, using the Catholic intellectual tradition, to think critically, work skillfully, and act wisely all for the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.JOIN OUR COMMUNITYThe University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibilityA generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibilityMedical, dental, and vision optionsEmployer-paid disability, life, and AD benefitsJOB SUMMARYThe junior copywriter will join a strong creative group to craft external and internal messaging for the university that sets us apart from our competition. The junior copywriter will work quickly to turn information into strategic, engaging messaging. As part of our creative team, you will work with Art Directors to create a variety of digital and traditional work that upholds the St. Thomas brand voice. St. Thomas seeks to be a university characterized by radical hospitality and a shared sense of belonging where all are welcomed. Our creative team shares that ambition. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAttend kick-off meetings where assignments are shared in the form of a creative brief, from our own embedded marketers, who articulate communication goals and other important detailsAsk questions to ensure there is enough consumer insight, supported by strategy, to write compelling copy.Develop relevant, fresh and strategic ideason timein collaboration with an assigned Art Director, in a fast-paced environmentWrite copy for a wide range of medium, including but not limited to web, digital, social, TV/video, radio, print, newsletters, and long-format, printed materialsYour skills will also be used on the St. Thomas and One St. Thomas websites (so knowledge of SEO is a big plus, but not a must)Develop a base of knowledge across all areas of St. Thomas, including undergraduate admissions, Opus College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, School of Engineering, School of Education, the Morrison Family College of Health, the Dougherty Family College and the School of Law

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Creative Writing or a related field is preferred. This is an entry level position, but any experience in marketing or advertising and/or a college internship is a plus. An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted. Preferred QualificationsExperience working with InDesign, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, as well as experience in writing for digital and traditional mediaMust be fluent and experienced in writing for digital and traditional mediaExperience contributing to creative work from concept through production.Strongly prefer applicants whose lived and work experiences will bring a diverse perspective to the creative team, (including a diverse perspective based on race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, etc.).HOW TO APPLYOn the University of St. Thomas Jobs page, follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes uploading a resume and answering two job specific questions (in lieu of a cover letter).In addition to completing an online application, please attach or provide a link to a portfolio of original work or samples of your writing on your Applicant Profile. Your work should showcase strong storytelling, strategic imagination, and a willingness to dig for details. You'll be evaluated on your portfolio during the screening process, as well as your ability to articulate the thinking behind the work.In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.The University of St. Thomas, Minnesota Human Resources Department advertises the official job listing on its website at University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer