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Michigan State University Communications Manager I in East Lansing, Michigan
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Communications Manager I
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Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade:12
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Social Science
Department:Anthropology Social Science 10038064
Sub Area:AP- Professionals
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, Office/Clerical Support, PR/Media/Graphics/Comm/Fund Raising, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly
Position Summary
The Department of Anthropology is seeking a Communications Manager to develop, implement, manage, and sustain a comprehensive creative communications strategy that aligns with the department’s strategic goals, increases the visibility of department activities, and enhances the reputation of the department both inside and outside of the university. The Communications Manager will work closely with faculty, staff, and students to translate complex information into engaging content for diverse audiences across multiple print and digital platforms and venues.
Duties and Responsibilities
In collaboration with key stakeholders, build and sustain a cohesive media, communications, and marketing identity for the Department of Anthropology.
Develop and implement a creative media and communications strategy that includes print media, social media, and digital media.
In collaboration with faculty, staff, students, and alumni, create stories and content for a broad range of audiences, platforms, and channels.
Envision, design, edit, and produce all department branding and marketing, promotional materials, printing, and digital media.
Develop compelling social media campaigns, manage existing department social media channels, grow department social media reach, monitor and track social media analytics and audience engagement.
In collaboration with key stakeholders, manage all aspects of department website.
Engage with relevant communication teams and professionals to ensure that department stories and content appear on college and university platforms and channels.
Elevate department media presence by strengthening relationships and offering strong story ideas to local, regional and national media.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Journalism, Telecommunications, or Public Relations; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public and media relations, composing, editing and publication production, news, broadcasting, and print media, and/or marketing, advertising, and creative services; graphic design; word processing; desktop publishing; web design; presentation; spreadsheet and/or database software; public presentation; or radio production; or computer programming/technology; experience managing content for social media channels; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Professional Writing, Graphic Design, Digital Media Production, Creative Communications Design, Telecommunications, Communications, or related field.
Two to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in marketing, public relations, creative communications, graphic design and brand management, digital media production, communications management, social media marketing and management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience and excellence in writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, especially related to marketing and media communications.
Demonstrated strong sense of visual and graphic design.
Demonstrated experience in creative digital and print media production – including long and short form video production, identity design, graphic design, newsletters, flyers, brochures, photography, etc.
Demonstrated experience developing creative content for diverse social media platforms and channels, creating and managing social media campaigns, and monitoring analytics and user engagement.
Experience with website and web content management systems (WordPress, Drupal, Joomla, Ghost, etc)
Demonstrated experience in creative digital and print media production – including long and short form video production, identity design, graphic design, newsletters, flyers, brochures, photography, etc
Strong interpersonal skills with individuals and groups in diverse settings and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and meet multiple deadlines.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover letter
Names and contact information of three professional references
Link to online portfolio of relevant creative communications work
Special Instructions
This is an in-person position with the potential for 1-remote day per week. Any questions can be directed to Jocelyn Janicek, janicekj@msu.edu.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Website
https://anthropology.msu.edu/
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Bidding eligibility ends June 18, 11:55 PM
Advertised: Jun 12, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time