Publications Specialist

Temple University • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Publications Specialist supports the Temple Institute on Disabilities (IOD) by producing accessible publications in a wide range of formats and designing internal and external materials with accessibility as a core priority. This role is also responsible for remediating documents to ensure accessibility for diverse audiences.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Communication & Dissemination, the Publications Specialist contributes to clear, inclusive marketing and dissemination efforts that align with IOD’s institutional priority to share knowledge with all Pennsylvanians and to promote self-determined lives for people with disabilities. Success in this role requires strong collaboration, attention to detail, and a consistent focus on the needs of varied audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ experience in marketing, graphic design, communications, or a related field
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards for common formats, including Word, PDF, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to evaluate document accessibility using tools such as Adobe accessibility features, AxesPDF, or similar software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and deadlines simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Competence in MailChimp or a similar email-management software

Benefits

• A hybrid work schedule
• Full medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan

What This Job Offers

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