University of Massachusetts Amherst · 2 hours ago
Communications Manager
Amherst, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Communications Manager to support the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences' communication efforts. This role involves creating, editing, and marketing content across various platforms to enhance the visibility of the college’s faculty and research activities.
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Responsibilities
Coordinates with the Associate Director of Communications to write and edit content for a wide variety of college publications, including research-based feature articles, press releases, email marketing campaigns, annual reports, newsletters, social media posts, lecture posters, event listings, event programs, and videos
Collaborates with the Associate Director of Communications and the university's Office of News & Media Relations to identify relevant faculty and research-based news pitches for high-profile stories. Maintains lists of faculty media experts and targeted media outlets
Assumes project management and communications liaison duties for projects requiring digital and print collateral, working with internal clients across the college to set and meet established deadlines while delivering high-quality content that aligns with college goals
Assists in development of annual communications and marketing plan, as well as editorial and communications schedules
In consultation with the Associate Director of Communications, collaborates with the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications Infrastructure and Creative Services to maintain and create website content on cics.umass.edu and affiliated college websites
Copy edits, rewrites, proofreads, and fact-checks to ensure that digital and print materials are of professional quality and reflect positively on the college
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree (preferably in communications, journalism, technical writing, or a related field) and two (2) years of experience with professional communications work, preferably in a higher education setting
OR
Associate's Degree (preferably in communications, journalism, technical writing, or a related field) and four (4) years of experience with professional communications work, preferably in a higher education setting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical information for non-experts. Demonstrated experience conducting research and interviewing subjects for writing assignments
Strong interpersonal skills and experience working collaboratively and effectively with a varied constituency
Excellent project management and facilitation skills with high-level attention to detail. Ability to work on many projects simultaneously, and to set and meet deadlines
Experience with social media content creation
Ability/eagerness to learn new systems and technologies quickly
Independent initiative. Must have the ability to stay on task and work productively with a minimal amount of supervision or guidance
Willingness to take on a variety of tasks related to the successful operation of the Marketing and Communications team. The ability to adapt and work effectively as the college grows
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality. The ability to think through problems, organize and seek out data/information, identify key factors and underlying causes, and generate solutions
Strong computer skills including at least intermediate expertise with: Email. Calendar systems such as Outlook or Google. Word processing software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs. Spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
Preferred
Experience with Drupal, Wordpress, or a similar content management system
Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and web image formats
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, and Premiere Pro
Background in computer science or technology
Experience with photography and video/audio production
Experience with current media and marketing technologies
Experience with preprint production
Company
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$137.34MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyThe Howard Hughes Medical Institute
2024-09-18Grant· $7.9M
2024-07-16Grant· $6.37M
2023-11-16Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Christopher Salthouse
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Alejandro Reuss
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