Are you a high-performer who wants to contribute to a mission-driven and values-based organization? If you are motivated by doing impactful work and making a difference in people’s lives, then the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is the place for you. At the IUF, we believe in making the dream of higher education attainable, providing support for life-changing research, and preparing the next generation of leaders.  

As a trailblazer among our peers, we provide fundraising leadership and endowment stewardship to support needs and initiatives across all of Indiana University’s campuses. As part of our team, you will help make IU donors' dreams last forever.  

At the IUF we work hard, celebrate achievements, and foster an environment where everyone’s contributions matter. We are nimble and innovative, and we want you to bring your ideas and energy to join forces with some of the best talent in our industry. 

In addition to being part of a meaningful mission as an IUF employee, you’ll find there are many ways to connect and collaborate.  Our FUNdation (see what we did there?) Committee helps us connect and unwind with food truck lunches, holiday gatherings, costume contests, free snacks, IU spirit-wear Fridays, and spontaneous gestures that surprise and delight. Our Wellness Committee ensures that the health and well-being of our employees is top of mind through outstanding benefits, mental health offerings, and activities. We encourage community leadership and service and make space for our staff to pursue their passions. Our total rewards philosophy ensures that we support employees financially, emotionally, and in their career growth.  

If the IUF sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to join us today. 

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after a successful on-site onboarding period. The hybrid work schedule includes a bank of 60 days/year to be used as remote days on Tuesdays or Thursdays only. This position is located in our Bloomington, Indiana, office. The salary range for this role is $55,000–$58,000.

The Indiana University Foundation is seeking a Marketing Writer to join our talented in-house team of writers, designers, and web developers. From emails to video scripts to feature stories to digital ads and more, you’ll have the chance to flex your creative muscle in a variety of media and use your talents to advance the mission of Indiana University. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the IU Foundation, IU Alumni Association, and Indiana University, seeing projects through from concept to execution. If you enjoy writing with both creativity and strategy, and if you're energized by the idea of inspiring others, you’ll thrive in this role.

As a Marketing Writer, you’ll have the opportunity to write engaging feature stories, fundraising solicitations, stewardship communications, and advertising copy. Your work will span a wide range of channels, including websites, emails, social media, direct mail, events, and other marketing collateral, as well as scripts for video projects and presentations. The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for writing and storytelling, thrives in a collaborative environment, and feels confident building relationships with stakeholders and generating enthusiasm for shared goals. You’ll be expected to approach each project with strategic thinking, communicate clearly with both colleagues and clients, and manage the balance between deadlines, expectations, and creative quality.

At the IU Foundation, we look for opportunities to help you develop your own skillset through training, conferences, classes, and certifications. We want to invest in you! Grow your career and help further the mission of maximizing private support for Indiana University. Apply today!

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, marketing, or related field required
• Minimum of 3 years of writing and editing experience, preferably with a marketing focus.
• Experience in an agency, media, academic, or nonprofit setting preferred.
  • Combination of education and professional experience will be considered.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Excellent writing, editing, and creative concepting abilities
• Strong verbal and written presentation skills
• Familiarity with marketing concepts, strategies, and tactics
• Ability to write strategically and effectively across a wide range of formats and audiences
• Proven skill as a thoughtful copy editor and content strategist for both print and digital
• Understanding of how written and visual elements work together for impact
• Exceptional organizational initiative and attention to process (e.g., following process conventions, templates, etc.)
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Naturally outgoing with strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills
• Proactive problem-solver who is not afraid to ask questions or offer suggestions
• Demonstrated ability to work in service-oriented, client-based relationships
• Experience using PC and Mac platforms; strong grasp of current communication tools
• A general understanding of fundraising/advancement principles is a plus
• Commitment to high standards, team spirit, and a mission-driven mindset

A cover letter is strongly recommended for your application to be considered. We anticipate a November start for this role, screens may start as soon as October 6th.

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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