Auburn University · 23 hours ago
Communications & Marketing Manager
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $111K/yr
3+ years expAuburn University is seeking a Manager of Communications and Marketing to lead storytelling and content production that support fundraising efforts and priorities. This role involves creating and managing content for print and digital platforms, collaborating with fundraising teams, and executing communications strategies that inspire giving.
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Responsibilities
Create and guide the creation of content focusing on donors and fundraising initiatives, leading the Philanthropy Communications team’s storytelling strategy
Develop compelling messaging and promotional materials that showcase the impact of philanthropy at Auburn University across multiple platforms and audiences
Manage the Philanthropy Communications content strategy and content hub, aligning storytelling content with leadership and fundraising priorities
Support departmental initiatives through thoughtful planning, collaboration, and execution of communications efforts that increase reach, relevance, and results
Advance Auburn’s philanthropic storytelling and ensure philanthropy messaging and promotional efforts are consistent, accurate, and aligned with university and Advancement standards
Serve as the team’s storytelling liaison and advise, collaborate, and consult with Advancement departments, units, and colleges on communications, public relations, and marketing initiatives
Develop and implement communications, public relations, and marketing strategies designed to support Advancement goals
Identify opportunities to enhance storytelling and engagement through creative and strategic communications approaches
Write, edit, and oversee the creation and publication of storytelling content for promotional materials, publications, and donor communications
Manage all aspects of the philanthropy content hub, supporting frontline fundraising units and Advancement leadership with storytelling content
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
5 years of experience in marketing and communications services. Must have 1 year experience mentoring, leading, or supervising others
OR
Master's degree
3 years of experience in marketing and communications services. Must have 1 year experience mentoring, leading, or supervising others
Knowledge of various marketing and communication theories, concepts, techniques, mediums and strategies
Ability to write for various audiences and in various formats
Benefits
Generous benefits
Educational opportunities
Culture of support and work/life balance
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25.89MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M
Leadership Team
Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
Recent News
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