Communication Specialist

The communication specialist is a key member of the university communication team. This individual assists in implementing communication strategy focused on the mission and key priorities of the university, both internally and externally, using a variety of print, broadcast and interactive media.  

 

Essential functions:

This person will be responsible for generating story ideas and writing news releases, articles, online copy and/or media pitches that reinforce and elevate the university's academic reputation and other strategic priorities. The communication specialist will work with other members of the communication team on projects that include internal publications, an experts' directory, and communication initiatives for colleges and departments.

 

Specific duties:

1. Work with members of the communication team to utilize interactive media to support the university's overall marketing/communication priorities, including enrollment and fundraising. 2. Maintain regular beat contacts with members of the university community to identify newsworthy programs, activities and other developments. 3. Work closely with members of the interactive media team to update and expand Web content. 4. Develop collaborative social media strategies. 5. Identify, monitor and interact with blogs that correspond to university priorities. 6. Based on information developed on beats, write items for the Web, magazine and other communication vehicles as appropriate. 7. Provide communication counsel to university offices and departments, including assisting in the development of communication plans for major initiatives. 8. Edit and/or proofread the work of other members of the communication team. 9. Assist with major news events on campus, including news conferences, major events and the launching of new initiatives. 10. Participate in the communication team's on-call, 24/7 rotation schedule for issues/emergencies.  

 

 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, journalism or other similar background. Candidate should have: three to five years of substantive public relations and/or media experience; significant experience with online media and ability to identify online media opportunities and effective online tactics; strong oral and written communication skills; ability to translate the needs of university clients into multiple communication formats, including print, broadcast, and interactive vehicles; proven ability to work in a team environment; and a demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects. Writing test required.  

 

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Please provide a cover letter and resume/CV.  Additionally, applicants are encouraged to submit links to online media that they've created.    

 

Please apply, online, via the QuickLink:

https://careers.marquette.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51749  

 

 

 

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