Michigan State University College of Engineering · 2 days ago
Communications Manager I
Flint, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expMichigan State University College of Engineering is seeking a Communications Manager I to support the Pediatric Public Health Initiative. This role involves leading marketing and community engagement efforts for the Rx Kids program, ensuring brand consistency, and coordinating advertising campaigns to reach eligible families in Michigan.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Revise and maintain program marketing materials to ensure they reflect current messaging, align with brand guidelines, and incorporate the latest creative assets
Oversee brand consistency and management across both existing and newly added communities
Coordinate advertising campaigns to ensure the program is reaching all eligible moms in a community
Facilitate communications onboarding and orientation for newly expanding communities
Develop and publish new community pages on the organization’s website
Coordinate the ordering of branded materials including bears, rack cards, posters, and other promotional items for existing and new communities
Plan and execute community events such as baby parades and gatherings for moms
Lead regular calls with communications points of contact (POCs) in each community to ensure alignment and updates
Monitor inventory levels and restock promotional items for established communities as needed
Distribute social media toolkits to community champions, including key updates and research insights to support local promotion efforts
Ensure timely updates of content on the organization’s website
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Journalism, Telecommunications, or Public Relations
One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public and media relations, composing, editing and publication production, news, broadcasting, and print media, and/or marketing, advertising, and creative services
Graphic design
Word processing
Desktop publishing
Web design
Presentation
Spreadsheet and/or database software
Public presentation
Radio production
Computer programming/technology
Experience managing content for social media channels
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Experience in marketing, advertising, communications, public relations, or community relations
Two – four years of demonstrated success in managing marketing and communications campaigns
Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners, faculty, staff, and local champions
Knowledge of web analytics tools and turning numbers into valuable insights
Proficiency with graphic design and publishing tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, InDesign, or similar)
Familiarity with content management systems (WordPress, Drupal, or similar) and basic web design principles
Experience generating content, proofing, and implementing communications campaigns
Experience with implementing accessibility standards for people with disabilities
Competence in event planning and execution, including logistics, promotion, and community engagement
Strong project management skills, with ability to juggle multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Experience working with vendors and generating timelines for various projects including print and digital materials
Outstanding customer service skills
Company
Michigan State University College of Engineering
Our College of Engineering is among the founding disciplines at Michigan State University and among the three largest academic units.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase