Communications Specialist – University of Kansas – Lawrence, KS
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Communications Specialist
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Department Housing Office AdministrationPrimary CampusUniversity of Kansas Lawrence Campus Job Description 60% Content Development and Delivery
Creates materials and content to meet goals by using a range of media (web, print, digital, video, interactive, etc.), various methods, techniques, and equipment.
Creates and refines designs and imagery for use in communications campaigns from initial concepts/drafts to the finished product.
Consults with other project team members to refine project ideas before production.
Gathers all necessary information required to produce thorough and complete artwork and maintains files for output. Work includes adhering to necessary brand requirements, seeking bids and choosing vendors, transmitting files to printers, and troubleshooting production issues.
20% Project Management and Consulting
Coordinates communications and outreach efforts that support recurring and/or special projects and events for Housing & Residence Life programs, services, and initiatives.
Builds and fosters collaborative relationships across the department and university to stay informed and abreast of new initiatives, programs, and services.
Determines stylistic direction for projects and campaigns based on objectives, maintaining the university brand while meeting Housing and Residence Life goals and taking advantage of vendor services/strengths to ensure high-quality products/outcomes.
20% Other Related Duties
Maintains appropriate records of creative assets and filing systems as necessary for effective management and oversight of publications and project jobs.
Updates and briefs staff weekly via a project status report.
Tracks production and delivery of finished projects and maintains files of creative assets produced in unit.
Archives files and maintains server organization.
Completes special projects as assigned by senior Housing & Residence Life staff.
Disclaimer The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. Work Schedule M-F, 8a-5pFLSA StatusNonexempt Conditions of Employment Contingent on FundingContact Information to ApplicantsJacque McKenna
jmckenna@ku.edu Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, English, communications, graphic design or relevant field and one year of related professional work experience.
Prior work experience effectively managing multiple projects and deadlines as outlined in application materials.
Excellent communication skills as demonstrated in application materials.
Employee ClassU-Unclassified Professional StaffAdvertised Salary Range$53,000FTE1.0 Preferred Qualifications
At least one (1) year of experience managing social media accounts for an organization.
At least 1 year of experience in digital photo manipulation techniques and video editing, knowledge of current marketing trends, and knowledge of file conversion details.
Experience with Drupal 9 software for web content management system, as demonstrated by previous work experience.
Position Overview The Communications Specialist in Housing & Residence Life supports the execution of communications and marketing projects for the on-campus housing operation. The position is responsible for organizing design concepts, web updates, occasional photography and design, and social media content development and delivery. This position requires strong attention to detail, experience with various types of media, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.This position assists with the execution of all Housing-related materials, using the university's institutional brand with printed and digital materials, photography, and video production. It ensures that the work produced by Housing & Residence Life is innovative and effective for a broad range of print and digital media. The primary focus is website updates, videos, social media, and other communications-related needs of prospective and current residents, their families, and university staff members. The Communications Specialist reports to the Communications Coordinator.This position requires exceptional creativity in developing strong visual solutions for messaging in projects. Most work is performed at the Housing & Residence Life Office; however, participation in photography, video shoots, social media campaigns, meetings, workgroups, and training may require presence elsewhere on campus. Although this is primarily an on-site job, there is a potential for some remote work to be negotiated after the six-month probationary period.Housing & Residence Life is home to over 5500 students on the Lawrence campus in residence halls, apartments, and cooperative houses known as scholarship halls.Reg/TempRegularApplication Review Begins10-Jun-2024Anticipated Start Date24-Jun-2024Additional Candidate InstructionOnly complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete application includes an online application form, resume, cover letter, names, and contact information for three professional references.Application review begins June 10, 2024. To ensure consideration, please apply before this date.Job FamilyPublic Affairs-KUL Position Requirements This position requires working on-site.
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Location : Lawrence, KS
Job date : Sat, 01 Jun 2024 02:55:34 GMT
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