Communication Specialist I

University of Mississippi•University, MS

1d•$42,640 - $63,981

About The Position

The Communication Specialist I assists in drafting communication content and creates unit communications in support of communication goals. In the Department of Music, the role develops and implements communications and marketing projects supporting departmental goals and priorities. The specialist creates content for internal and external audiences and manages departmental website and social media content, while coordinating promotional campaigns and multimedia materials for programs, performances, events, and recruitment activities. The role also works with faculty, staff, students, and campus partners to identify communication needs, verify information, apply University branding and departmental standards, and coordinate projects across academic, performance, and recruitment calendars. The position provides direction and oversight to student workers and interns supporting communications and marketing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, research, and document content sources according to established policies and procedures.
Receive and respond to general inquiries from individuals and groups according to established policies and procedures.
Write and edit content for communication projects and marketing platforms in alignment with unit goals.
Draft and support the preparation of documents for internal and external audiences.
Review documents and communications for accuracy.
Assist in creating communication campaigns aligned with work unit or program strategies.
Develop and implement communications and marketing projects supporting the Department of Music's goals and priorities.
Develop and maintain departmental website and social media content.
Create and coordinate print, digital, graphic, photographic, and multimedia content.
Coordinate promotional campaigns for departmental programs, performances, events, and recruitment activities.
Communicate with faculty, staff, students, and campus partners to identify communication needs and coordinate content and resources.
Research, verify, and organize information to ensure accurate departmental communications.
Apply University branding and departmental communication standards to print and digital materials.
Coordinate multiple projects and deadlines across the Department's academic, performance, and recruitment calendars.
Provide direction and oversight to student workers and interns supporting departmental communications and marketing.