Communications Coordinator
University Arts and Collections (UAC) is searching for an ambitious communications coordinator with experience supporting the execution of communications strategies storytelling campaigns and content planning and creation. Guided by the belief that the arts are essential to a vibrant university community that is resilient inclusive collaborative and globally minded this strategy is committed to advancing the impact and amplifying the presence of the arts across campus. Reporting to the sr. director of communications and marketing for UAC the person in this position willbe responsible forthe creation of digital content for social media channels the Arts MSU e-newsletter and the Arts MSU and UAC websites. They will also lead audience development digital analyticsmonitoringand reportingtrendsresearch and social media strategy for the UAC communications team. Playing a crucial role in amplifying the impact of the artsone of Arts MSUs three strategic pillarsthis person will also collaborate across campus to support the content goals of other colleges units central university communications and the president and provosts offices as well as fundraising storytelling for the universitys comprehensive campaign as this work relates to the arts. To support deeper experiential learning for MSU students this position also includes the supervision and mentorship of paid student interns.
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications Telecommunications Journalism Marketing or Public Relations; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in internal communications; news broadcasting and print media and/or marketing advertising and creative services; graphic design; word processing; desktop publishing; web design; presentation software; spreadsheet and/or database software; public presentation; or radio production; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience working in communications for the arts preferably in a university setting
Proven ability to manage projects vertically and laterally in a complex hierarchical organization
Experience working under pressure managing multiple projects and strict deadlines
Attentive to detail with effective planning and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to present ideas and strategies to upper-level leadership and incorporate critical feedback and recommended changes
Demonstratedproficiencyin social media platforms with a focus on content creation and strategy for Instagram
Experience working with social listening tools
Working knowledge ofWordpressCMS
Working knowledge of Mailchimp or other CRM
Experience with Adobe Creative Suiteespecially Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.
Cover letter and resume
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with some variable weekend and after hours.
Bidding Eligibility ends on 03/03/2026 at 11:55 PM
Required Experience:
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