Assistant Director Of Advancement Communications

Amherst College

Base: $60,000 to $65,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
Storytelling and writing skills
Visual and multimedia content production
Project management in fast-paced environment
The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications plays a central role in strengthening connections between Amherst College and its alumni by developing and promoting compelling storytelling, visual media, and digital engagement

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications plays a central role in strengthening connections between Amherst College and its alumni by developing and promoting compelling storytelling, visual media, and digital engagement.
  • Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families.
  • Advancement staff are expected to promote a positive, solutions-focused workplace culture through professional and constructive engagement in meetings, collaborations, and daily interactions.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications plays a central role in strengthening connections between Amherst College and its alumni by developing and promoting compelling storytelling, visual media, and digital engagement.

Salary

Base: $60,000 to $65,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Storytelling and writing skills
  • Visual and multimedia content production
  • Project management in fast-paced environment
  • Alumni engagement and digital campaigns
  • Social media content creation and scheduling
  • Collaboration across teams
  • Attention to detail and autonomy

Nice-to-have

  • Creative and thoughtful communication
  • Strategic thinking and problem solving
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Flexibility for evening and weekend work
  • Positive and solutions-focused workplace culture

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • At least three years storytelling and project management experience
  • Successful completion of reference and background checks
  • Acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check
  • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Work Rights

Not specified

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