Content Specialist
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Job Description
Position Title: Content Specialist
Department: Strategic Communications&Marketing
Advertised Pay: Base $53726 with the potential for a higher rate commensurate with experience
Campus Location:Washburn University
Application Deadline:Application review will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can be assured of full consideration if submitted by:February 26 2025.
Special Instructions to Applicants:Applicants invited for interviews will be asked to bring a portfolio.
Position Summary:
The Content Specialist is responsible for content development by acquiring researching writing/creating and producing content for inclusion in the Universitys communications efforts including news releases publications websites social media and other communications channels as they are developed. Edits proofs and produces content to ensure it is well written according to best practices and University style and appeals to specific target audiences. Serves as part of the media relations team in responding to crises.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for Bod Talk weekly eNewsletter development and distribution.
Develops and prepares information relating to University organizations to announce and publicize information about University achievements and events and maintain a favorable public image. Loads press releases into the distribution system to assist with disseminating information to newspapers periodicals television radio and other forms of media. Primarily responsible for content development of and disseminating hometown press releases.
Assists in creating graphic designs photographs and videos as needed and directed by the Director of Internal Communications and Brand Management or Executive Director of Strategic Communications & Marketing
Actively participates in planning and executing events and/or campaigns led by other campus departments and committees assigned to lend assistance and support.
As assigned participates in planning and executing special and ongoing WU events.
May occasionally serve as a liaison/WU representative on committees for community events to maintain the Washburn presence within the community.
Performs additional jobrelated duties as assigned or as appropriate.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in mass media journalism communications public relations or a closely related discipline.
At least five months of experience writing content across various platforms.
Demonstrated effective communication skills to write accurate and engaging content correctly and effectively.
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with staff at all levels within an organization.
Proficiency in proofreading and strict attention to detail.
Demonstrated effective organization and time management.
Ability to use technology tools such as graphics programs content management systems and Adobe Suite.
Basic skills as a photographer.
Knowledge of commonlyused concepts practices and procedures in public relations.
ExemptBackground Check Required
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
