The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago
Communications Specialist, Department of Art and Art History
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$56K/yr - $56K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Texas at Austin is a dynamic academic community dedicated to creativity and innovation. The Communications Specialist role aims to advance the department's visibility and reputation through strategic communication initiatives, including content creation and editorial planning.
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Responsibilities
Content Creation: Responsible for developing and maintaining the Department of Art and Art History (AAH) and Visual Arts Center (VAC) editorial calendar, developing content and strategies for social media platforms, editorial outlets (print and digital), and digital storytelling initiatives. Duties include writing feature-length articles for Arts Next, the College of Fine Arts’ annual magazine, and producing photographic and video content for use on Instagram and the department website. The Communications Specialist will photograph and video classroom activities, events, and exhibition openings, edit visual assets for departmental print materials, and ensure that high-quality images are available for online outlets, print publications, and press requests. Additional responsibilities include drafting informational content for departmental print collateral and supporting the communication of key messages and program highlights across multiple channels
Editorial Planning: The Communications Specialist will maintain the AAH and VAC editorial calendar and conceptualize year-round communication initiatives for social media platforms, internal to UT and external editorial outlets (print and digital), and digital storytelling using video, web, and interactive media. This role requires proactive collaboration and relationship building with colleagues across the College of Fine Arts and the broader university community to plan strategic editorial calendars, develop news stories and pitches, and support department-wide communication initiatives. The specialist will ensure a cohesive, forward-thinking content strategy that aligns with departmental goals and enhances overall visibility
Newsletter Management: The Communications Specialist is responsible for the development and distribution of quarterly AAH email newsletters and weekly events newsletters for the AAH and VAC. Duties include soliciting newsletter stories from AAH staff and faculty, writing feature articles covering AAH and VAC events, classes, and exhibitions, and designing newsletters that highlight the Department’s impact while ensuring coverage of all departmental programs
Department Outreach: The Communications Specialist will partner with the College of Fine Arts to promote departmental achievements by proactively pitching and distributing stories to both internal University of Texas channels and external media outlets (owned and earned media). Responsibilities include highlighting the accomplishments of faculty, students, alumni, and the Visual Arts Center to enhance the department’s visibility and reputation
Other related functions as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years' experience working in a communications role
Experience producing and editing photographic and video content for digital and social platforms; familiarity with visual storytelling and brand-aligned content development
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects on deadline
Demonstrated ability to write, edit, and proofread clear, engaging, and accurate content for a range of audiences and platforms (print, web, and social media)
Competencies: Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Initiative, Decision Making and Critical thinking, Effective Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Service Excellence, Problem-solving
Preferred
Master's Degree
Proficiency with Adobe Pro, Microsoft Suite
Knowledge of Content Management Systems including: Sprout Social, Meltwater PR, Campaign Monitor, Drupal Kit
Prior administrative work experience at the University of Texas at Austin
Benefits
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Other services and perks
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Republic Capital Group
2022-09-14Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Will Whiting
Chief Development Officer
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