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Marketing and Communications, Lincoln Center
Fordham University
Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York
City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.
- Fordham University offers a comprehensive and
competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
insurance. - We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents
- A
generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan. - As a tax-exempt organization under section
501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan
Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and
certain nonprofit employers. - As part of its work-life balance program, the University
provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between
Christmas and New year. - University employees have access to the Employee
Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help
employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.
Position Summary
Fordham University is seeking a staff writer to support undergraduate admission and other enrollment priorities as part of
the University’s Marketing and Communications division.
The position is based at Fordham’s Manhattan campus but requires
frequent inter-campus travel and occasional travel to other nearby locations. Some evening and weekend work is required.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement pursuant to University’s Hybrid/Remote Work Policy. Please
review the policy here:
https://www.fordham.edu/info/30810/hybridremote_work_policy/
Essential Functions
- Generates story ideas and writes stories that feature the student experience including academic success, internships, campus life, and
New York City for Fordham News, Fordham’s website, email marketing campaigns, social media, and other platforms. - Collaborates
with division leadership and enrollment staff to produce other timely content in conjunction with marketing/recruitment efforts or as needed
to support the work of the division. - Ensures that work brings to life Fordham’s mission as a Jesuit university in New York
City committed to educating for justice. - Interviews students and faculty and attends/covers events on Manhattan and Bronx
campuses. - Collaborates with social media staff to help produce and disseminate stories on social media channels.
- Adheres
to deadlines and ensures all stories are reported/posted in a timely matter. - Maintains accuracy and consistency with
Fordham’s editorial style. - Serves as a member of the Fordham News team and the University’s crisis communications
team. - Coordinates coverage with photographers and videographers.
Additional Functions
- The position is based at Fordham’s Manhattan campus but requires frequent inter-campus travel and occasional travel to other
nearby locations. - Some evening and weekend work is required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English or related field.
- 3 to 5 years’ experience in news writing
or other types of nonfiction writing. - Excellent communications skills.
- Advanced editing skills.
- Strong attention
to detail. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment
to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with content
management systems, Photoshop, and video and audio software. - Familiarity with issues in higher education.
- Photography and
video skills.
Minimum Starting Salary: $60,000
Maximum Starting Salary: $65,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
FLSA CATEGORY:
Exempt
START DATE: ASAP
APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/5357
ABOUT FORDHAM
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the
Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a
campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United
Kingdom.
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all
backgrounds.
Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected
categories
