Communications Specialist
- Employer
- Northern Kentucky University
- Location
- Kentucky, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 7, 2022
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Position Information
Working Title Communications Specialist Department Marketing and Communications Compensation Title Position Number 30023251 Position Status Regular Work Schedule
Standard work week.
Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours per Week 37.5 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence. Purpose of Position
Northern Kentucky University is a dynamic community, and Communication Specialists must be able to work in a fast-paced environment to quickly and creatively share the NKU experience. Communications Specialists generate stories and create written content for the university’s marketing and communication channels.
They work with faculty, staff, students and alumni to highlight the NKU experience and engage all members of the community. Communication Specialists create stories for the university website, create and edit the content on NKU webpages, write talking points and speeches, craft communications to internal audiences, generate e-newsletters, help to craft marketing copy for printed materials and assist with public relations and social media as needed.
Communication Specialists may utilize their own photography and video to tell NKU’s stories. Primary Responsibilities
Communications Specialists are responsible for producing interesting stories with an NKU connection and collaborating with team members to engage a wide variety of audiences. They will work with the university’s seven colleges to identify stories that promote the NKU experience and brand. This includes content for NKU’s website, print magazine, news, social media, podcasts, and some marketing and advertising efforts. They will work with the Director of University Communications to produce talking points and speeches for the Office of the President. Familiarity with digital marketing tools including the Adobe Creative Suite, social media channels, writing for Search Engine Optimization and tools to update web pages is a plus.
High Editorial Standards – As a proofreader, Communication Specialists work to ensure the university’s editorial standards are being followed in all aspects of storytelling and communications, including checking for correct style, grammar and strong writing. Our goal is to inspire readers to become connected to or stay involved with NKU . Working knowledge of AP Style is essential.
Communications Specialists also support the university’s Marketing and Web & Digital Strategy teams with writing and proofing material as needed. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism, communication, digital media or English.
Strong AP style knowledge. Proficiency in web-based platforms, browsers, HTML and related technologies. MS Office proficiency.
Ongoing desire to keep up with the latest trends and technical skills and the proven capability and desire to learn quickly.
An understanding and appreciation for marketing strategy and sound news judgment. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree Minimum Experience 3 years Salary TBD Pay Grade S71
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number 2022S1641 Job Open Date 06/07/2022 Job Close Date 06/30/2022 Open Until Filled No Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/12016 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
To create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the “Next” button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting to Human Resources, you must go to the “Posting Summary Page” by clicking on the “Next” button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options.
Position Information
Working Title Communications Specialist Department Marketing and Communications Compensation Title Position Number 30023251 Position Status Regular Work Schedule
Standard work week.
Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours per Week 37.5 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence. Purpose of Position
Northern Kentucky University is a dynamic community, and Communication Specialists must be able to work in a fast-paced environment to quickly and creatively share the NKU experience. Communications Specialists generate stories and create written content for the university’s marketing and communication channels.
They work with faculty, staff, students and alumni to highlight the NKU experience and engage all members of the community. Communication Specialists create stories for the university website, create and edit the content on NKU webpages, write talking points and speeches, craft communications to internal audiences, generate e-newsletters, help to craft marketing copy for printed materials and assist with public relations and social media as needed.
Communication Specialists may utilize their own photography and video to tell NKU’s stories. Primary Responsibilities
Communications Specialists are responsible for producing interesting stories with an NKU connection and collaborating with team members to engage a wide variety of audiences. They will work with the university’s seven colleges to identify stories that promote the NKU experience and brand. This includes content for NKU’s website, print magazine, news, social media, podcasts, and some marketing and advertising efforts. They will work with the Director of University Communications to produce talking points and speeches for the Office of the President. Familiarity with digital marketing tools including the Adobe Creative Suite, social media channels, writing for Search Engine Optimization and tools to update web pages is a plus.
High Editorial Standards – As a proofreader, Communication Specialists work to ensure the university’s editorial standards are being followed in all aspects of storytelling and communications, including checking for correct style, grammar and strong writing. Our goal is to inspire readers to become connected to or stay involved with NKU . Working knowledge of AP Style is essential.
Communications Specialists also support the university’s Marketing and Web & Digital Strategy teams with writing and proofing material as needed. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism, communication, digital media or English.
Strong AP style knowledge. Proficiency in web-based platforms, browsers, HTML and related technologies. MS Office proficiency.
Ongoing desire to keep up with the latest trends and technical skills and the proven capability and desire to learn quickly.
An understanding and appreciation for marketing strategy and sound news judgment. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree Minimum Experience 3 years Salary TBD Pay Grade S71
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number 2022S1641 Job Open Date 06/07/2022 Job Close Date 06/30/2022 Open Until Filled No Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/12016 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- References
- Writing Sample 1
- Writing Sample 2
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