Social Media and PR Coordinator
BYU - Provo, Utah, us, 84605![BYU](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Support the arts and communications students at BYU! Come manage our social media team in a PR agency university setting. We are looking for an organized, self-driven individual to coordinate campaign strategy, work with clients and manage the External Relations social media team for the College of Fine Arts and Communications.
Essential Functions:
Coordination
Assist with coordination between internal and external academic unitsManage student employees in the External Relations OfficeWork with Assistant dean to pitch ideas to University Communications
Social Media Management
Assist and manage the student social media teamManage campaigns like Faith+Works, Arts@BYU, #ExperienceCFAC and moreSupport growth, content and strategy of college social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram (Threads) and X (Twitter)Create analytics reportsCollaborate with External Relations teams
Communications Support
Hiring and recruitingAssist with branding, managing and messaging within the college.
Education/Experience/Skills
Minimum required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experienceAbility to work with people at all levels of an organizationDemonstrated social media management and analytics skillsHistory of meeting deadlinesExcellent time managementStrong attention to detailAbility to supervise student employeesWell-developed organizational, communication and writing skillsAbility to work well with others and feel comfortable speaking in front of a groupProficient in database and spreadsheet software use (Word and Excel)
Preferred:
Bachelor's degreeKnowledge of AP styleLeadership experienceKnowledge of email newsletter programs, specifically MailChimpExperience with project management systems such as Basecamp or SlackExperience using Adobe programs, such as Premiere ProFamiliarity with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
The award-winning College of Fine Arts and Communications External Relations team writes all of the event press releases, assists in marketing production, creates and supports all websites, works on campaigns relating to the college and university and assists the college dean. The team also manages and oversees the college's social media pages, as well as the School of Communications, Department of Dance, Department of Theatre and Media Arts and the School of Music social media accounts. Visit h ttps://cfac.byu.edu/external-relations *for more information. *
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Employee Class: 1/2 Time (17.5 hour) Work Location: Provo Campus
Environment: General office or other equivalently good environment Physical Exam Required: N
*Desired Start Date: * As soon as possible *Job Close Date: * Open Until Filled
Pay Level: 46 Approximate Starting Salary: $16.00 - $20.25/hour
Documents Required at time of Application: Required: Cover Letter, Letter of Recommendation 1, Resume, Social Media Portfolio
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspire religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!