University of Kentucky is hiring: Marketing/Promotion Specialist in Lexington

Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Marketing/Promotion Specialist Requisition Number RE48170 Working Title Department Name 8M000:College of Communication and Information Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 41 Salary Range $15.83-25.30/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BA Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification None. Physical Requirements Sitting for long periods of time; regular use of computer; lifting objects up to 25lbs, pushing a cart up to 50lbs across campus; standing for a couple of hours at a time to table or present at events. Shift Mainly Monday-Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 m; and occasional evenings or weekends depending on events or deadlines. Job Summary The College of Communication and Information is looking for a dynamic, energetic Marketing and Promotions Specialist to develop communication materials and assist our Communication Manager with different college-wide initiatives. Preferred skills include excellent written and oral communication, video production and editing, project management, knowledge of AP Style, and the ability to work with a diverse group of people on different initiatives throughout the College. Other duties include: Write and edit feature articles for the College newsletters, magazines, and UKnow releases per AP Style Produce digital images to support written messages Collaborate with other units to ensure comprehensive approach Create high quality marketing materials that reach appropriate audiences in compliance with University and College marketing policies Work with leadership and staff to recognize communication opportunities and solutions Design and produce graphics/images, short videos, promotions, and general marketing activities Update College website by adding events, news stories, promotions when applicable A complete application packet will include a required resume, cover letter, and a professional writing sample (attach as Specific Request 1). Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Drupal experience, database software, graphic software programs, and video editing software. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Prefer applicant with prior experience writing and editing articles, press releases. Experience developing marketing materials, administering social media, video and graphics production, and editing. Deadline to Apply 11/24/2024 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.