Program Coordinator Global Workshop Temporary

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The University of Miamis School of Communication will offer a Coral Gables-campus based study abroad course to students enrolled from the University of Navarra scheduled from May 18 to May 31 2025 the intensive experiential course includes workshops labs guest speakers field trips screenings and group projects as well as traditional lectures.

The Event Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the Faculty Coordinators in coordinating all workshop activities overseeing all details and ensuring effective communication among all participants.

Pre-Session Logistics

• Help set up daily schedule conceptual as well as logistics

• Help identify guest speakers and field trips email invitation letters (new letters and revise letters from last year) and confirm with speakers in advance and just prior to session

• Schedule classroom same as last year

• Set up planning meetings with faculty

• Coordinate welcome dinner liaise with business office - Claudette Morgan. Has been at Montys.

• Coordinate welcome reception at Lakeside sandwiches etc. Claudette will probably help with reservation of space.

• Other pre-course tasks as needed.

• Disseminate readings and material to the students mid March.

• Assist with preparation of syllabus and course materials

Session Logistics

• Confirm guest speakers and field trips once more at the beginning of May.

• Create faculty WhatsApp group and send evening reminders to faculty about next days activities and who is responsible for what

• Facilitates students daily activities and supports communication between instructors and students

• Be on hand over the two weeks to help handle issues as they arise. There were snafus with the meal plan payment cards for example. Serve as backup when the Faculty Coordinator is not present.

• Other things as needed.

• Attend morning sessions and then be on call as needed. May attend some of the field trips.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. A Bachelors degree in communications- or media-related field preferred.

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience; 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

• Demonstrated skills in completing assignments on time and accurately

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to take initiative

• Ability to organize and prioritize work while meeting deadlines

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong verbal and communication skills

• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment

• Proficiency with basic digital production skills and editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere)

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