Communications Specialist - 000090

Western Carolina University • Cullowhee, NC

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About The Position

The Communications Specialist at Western Carolina University (WCU) is responsible for creating engaging digital content that highlights the university's achievements and programs. This role supports the marketing team by crafting social media captions, print materials, and digital ad copy, ensuring effective communication across various platforms to enhance the university's outreach and engagement with diverse audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in digital content creation and social media management.
• Strong writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Craft compelling stories that showcase the university's achievements and programs.
• Curate engaging digital content to drive web traffic and boost online visibility.
• Support the marketing team by writing social media captions and copy for print materials.
• Create digital ad copy to enhance the university's outreach.
• Ensure consistent and effective communication across all platforms.

Benefits

• Dental, vision, and health insurance plans with eligibility beginning on the first of the month following date of hire.
• Retirement plan contributions with employer contributions for defined contribution or defined benefit plans.
• Tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year at any UNC System campuses.
• Free group exercise classes and discounted membership to the campus recreation center.
• Free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus.
• 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year.
• Accrual of vacation and sick leave immediately for eligible employees after working half of the first month.
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree