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Texas A&M University · 9 hours ago

Communications Specialist III

Galveston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$60K/yr - $60K/yr

4+ years exp

Texas A&M University at Galveston is seeking a Communications Specialist III to enhance the visibility and reputation of the Galveston Campus. The role involves writing, editing, and producing promotional materials, managing digital communications, and supporting media and public relations efforts.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Research, Writing, Editing and Planning - Researches, writes and reports news for assigned topics, with special consideration to efforts directed to omni-channel utilization. Collects information and writes news releases documenting research, teaching, service, and current and former student success for distribution to media, internal and external audiences. Provides writing, editing and other content for special projects, including brochures, posters, pamphlets, magazines, and view books. Researches and analyzes industry trends and maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and creative techniques. Writes general content in collaboration with Division staff to support a multiplatform communications strategy. Supports the promotion of research activities, papers, and publications. Maintains editorial calendar for the Division. Provides writing for marketing materials, including brochures, pamphlets, magazines, digital newsletters, etc. Prepares presentations and displays

Digital and Multimedia Communications - Supports strategic and branded presences in social media. Assists in the promotion of stories with appropriate print and digital media. Supports integration of new media, including internal and external web and social media tools, to help increase visibility and awareness of the Galveston Campus. Aids in tailoring content specific to separate digital mediums

Media, Public Relations, and Other - Aids in planning and publicizing special events. Supports the Director of Marketing and Communication in responding to media inquiries. Supports Director in media appearances and assists in coordinating and presenting news conferences. Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Digital CommunicationsPublic RelationsSocial MediaMultitaskingProject ManagementInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Four years of writing and editing experience should set the candidate up for success

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to present information clearly and concisely

Preferred

Experience in news media, public affairs and website writing

Knowledge of project management fundamentals

Proven knowledge of current social media platforms

Knowledge of current and emerging mobile production applications

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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