Specialist II, Communications and Marketing-Dept

Position Details

Requisition Number

S862P

Home Org Name

Theatre

Division Name

College of Liberal Arts

Position Title

Specialist II, Communications and Marketing-Dept

Job Class Code

OC22B

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Theatre seeks a specialist in communications and marketing to assist in the activities of a thriving, active theatre department.

Essential Functions

Tasks include developing marketing and communication plans to promote the vision, mission, goals and achievements of the theatre department in collaboration with the college, alumni affairs office, or other University partners.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to make and maintain a marketing budget and work with vendors, internally and externally, to execute plans. This position will lead and coordinate recruitment efforts for the department by working with the department chair to make recruitment plans, facilitate student visits and tours, coordinate recruitment events on and off campus, and maintain contact with prospective students.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to research, design, and compose materials in a variety of media, print and digital (such as internal or external publications, brochures, posters, newsletters, websites, presentations, development/fundraising materials, press packages, or broadcast media).

This position will also assist with various Box Office tasks as needed.

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution

Field of Study

Entry into the applicant pool requires a Bachelors degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field.

Years of Experience

2 years

Area of Experience

Experience in marketing and communications services to include print journalism.

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

None Required.

Desired Qualifications

A familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, AudienceView ticketing software, and InDesign is highly desired.

Salary Grade

32

Salary Range

$35,000 - $58,400

Job Category

Administrative

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

N/A

Posting Date

06/04/2021

Closing Date

07/15/2021

EEO Statement

A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is required. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Those selected for interview may be asked to provide a portfolio of their school and/or professional work for review.

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/23270
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation
2. Media File
3. Portfolio
4. Other

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How were you made aware of this opportunity?
   • AU Employment website
   • Employment websites (Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.)
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • Newspaper
   • Professional Journal
   • Listserv
   • HR email
   • Social Media
   • State Employment Service
   • Walk-in
   • Other
2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University.
   • Not a current Auburn employee
   • Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
   • Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have a minimum of 2 years' experience in marketing and communications services to include print journalism OR a Master's degree or higher in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field to use in lieu of experience?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Please describe your related experience in detail and provide the job titles of the positions in which you obtained it. If you do not have related experience, please enter 'N/A'
   
   (Open Ended Question)