Communications Officer I

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

39d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Participate in communications efforts designed to market a campus unit's products and/or services to target audiences. This position develops communications materials in the form of graphics, brochures, fact sheets, articles for publication, logo designs and/or websites. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: unit management and personnel, customers and vendors. This position typically will advise and counsel: NA. This position will supervise: NA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• This jobs requires exposure to higher than average noise levels, handling objects up to 100 pounds and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
• Two to four years of job related experience
• SKILLS This job requires skills in writing and communication, creativity and ability to incorporate a variety of resources and tools to develop marketing materials. Requires ability to understand complex and/or highly technical ideas and programs and communicate them in lay terms. Also required are organizational and communications skills as well as use of office and specialized computer applications.

Nice To Haves

• 2-4 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, or digital content creation
• Prior experience working in higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations
• Advanced proficiency in Slate CRM, including building forms, managing queries, and audience segmentation, as well as designing and scheduling email campaigns
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with emphasis on InDesign and Illustrator for creating digital and print marketing assets
• Strong understanding of design principles and branding best practices

Responsibilities

• Conduct and utilize market research as necessary to recommend appropriate marketing communications strategies
• Develop content and oversee the design and production process for print collateral
• Consult with academic and/or administrative personnel to acquire the necessary information about the subject
• Confer with Institute Communications and Marketing to ensure that Institute graphic and style standards are followed in all material
• Obtain cost estimates, collaborate in the selection of illustrators and printers and approve their work, as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees