(Hyrbrid) Digital Communications Specialist, School of Engineering (10003578)
The Digital Marking Communications Specialist is part of the communications team within the Vanderbilt School of Engineering Deans Office at Vanderbilt University. This position is responsible for the creation, development, and management of all digital marketing communications efforts including social media, events, and public relations. It will leverage social media/digital platforms to continually improve the School of Engineering’s presence while collaborating internally and externally. This is a flexible hybrid position. There are times that the position will be required to come to VU Campus.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Enhance the internal and external communications including initiatives to improve stakeholder communication
- Create, seek approval for and implement communications plans for social media and develop content for blogs, tweets, IG and Facebook, and LinkedIn as well pictures and videos for these outlets
- Manage and grow the School of Engineering’s presence on social media and other digital outlets
- Manage relationships with external artists, photographers, videographers, graphic designers and freelance writers
- Create and manage content for internal communications channels throughout engineering buildings
- Plan, write, and seek approval of content for weekly e-newsletter and monthly e-newsletter keeping messaging and audiences in consideration. Update and maintain graphical designs of digital communications according to best practices and emerging trends. Set up and send newsletters according to established publication schedules
- Be an active participant in planning and executing marketing campaigns
- Update, maintain, and provide school-level support for organization’s website
- Prepare current website for planned rebuild, actively engage in the rebuild/redesign process, and maintain new website adhering to branding guidelines and content updates
- Become proficient at using the university’s digital asset management system to support the communications staff and fulfill photo/video requests from internal stakeholders
- Collaborate, write, produce and proof on materials within special projects related to the School of Engineering with staff in VU Communications, Digital Strategies, Marketing Solutions, and Development and Alumni Relations
- Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in communications, corporate communications, journalism, business, computer science, design, marketing, or public relations is necessary
- 2-5 years of experience working in an often overwhelming, demanding, high-stakes environment
- Strong writing, negotiation, time-management, prioritization, and communication skills
- Evidence of creativity, teamwork, ability to meet deadlines, extensive knowledge and experience with social media platforms
- Ability to plan, manage, and execute initiatives with minimal oversight/supervision, but have situational awareness to know when to seek approvals and when sound judgement should be used
- Graphic design skills and familiarity with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
- Highly desired photography and videography (shooting, editing, producing) skills
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.
Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.
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About Us
Vanderbilt is a community of talented and diverse staff & faculty!At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:
- Working and growing together as a community of communities... we are One Vanderbilt.
- Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self, while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
- Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.
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