Marketing/Promotion Specialist
Administrative Staff
Full Time
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
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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
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