Duties and Responsibilities

• Creates content for internal and external communications from conception to execution and distribution 
• Develops relationships with external audiences and stakeholders to promote awareness and publish news stories 
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to increase communication and build morale among students, staff, faculty, administration, and alumni
• Discover newsworthy accomplishments among students, staff, faculty, administration, and alumni and write compelling stories to publish across a variety of mediums 
• Serves as a gatekeeper for consistency in voice and tone across marketing content, including maintaining the University’s style guide and adhering to its guidelines

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, communications, public relations, writing, English or a related discipline
  
  

Experience

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor content for different audiences and platforms
• Experience in copywriting and editing
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally in a variety of formats (e.g., press releases, blogs, emails, social media)
• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• A degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field is preferred

Required Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively across audiences
• Familiarity with AP style
• Effective storyteller with the ability to capture an organization’s voice and use narrative strategy to support institutional goals
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with a solid grasp of grammar, style guidelines, and editorial best practices
• Knowledge of internal and external communication strategies, with an understanding of how media supports marketing objectives
• Strong project management, collaboration, and organizational abilities, with a track record of meeting deadlines
• A clear understanding of and commitment to the Christ-centered mission and values of Indiana Wesleyan University

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity.  We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity.  Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth.  We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.