Inside Higher Ed · 3 days ago
Communications Specialist (IT@JH Enterprise Business Solutions)
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$46K/yr - $81K/yr
2+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking a Communications Specialist for the IT@JH Enterprise Business Solutions. The role involves writing and editing communication materials, managing social media accounts, and coordinating the production and distribution of communications materials.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary writer and editor for printed materials related to the area, events, and activities
Perform a variety of research, writing and digital production for communications vehicles
Write new material or contribute to writing a variety of communication media (e.g., website, proposals, summary reports, fact sheets, newsletters, marketing materials, correspondence, brochures)
Conduct interviews and collect information to develop content for communication materials
Select visual assets to accompany written work
Coordinate, oversee, schedule, and make appropriate arrangements for production and distribution of communications materials. Serve as primary contact with vendors
May participate and contribute to planning and identifying content, theme, message, and tone
Implement project strategies and work plans as developed by project leadership and support team in communicating, coordinating, completing, and disseminating project deliverables; and tracking dissemination metrics
May manage and maintain social media accounts, newsletters, and/or website content
Support the planning and execution of webinars and other external facing events
Develop external communication materials for project promotion
Participate in high-level project team meetings and conference calls, as requested by Communications leaders. As needed, support team in developing proposals or other documentation for new or continued funding and coordinating with internal and external partners for new funding
Communicate challenges, requirements, and deadlines to team and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Two years of related experience
Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/ graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Technical Writing, Journalism, or a related field; advanced degree may substitute for experience
Two plus years of experience in communications, writing, or marketing roles, preferably supporting technical, scientific, or academic programs
Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts (e.g., HPC, AI, data workflows) into clear, accessible language for diverse audiences
Experience maintaining and updating website content, event pages, and technical resource guides
Comfortable coordinating logistics for workshops, training sessions, webinars, and outreach events, including scheduling support and promotion
Website design (WordPress) and user experience skills
Familiarity with digital communication tools such as content management systems, mailing platforms, social media management, and basic HTML
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and at least working familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud
Ability to collaborate effectively with technical staff, faculty, and research partners to gather accurate information and represent the team's work
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to track deadlines and deliverables across multiple projects
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Creative Cloud
WordPress
Copywriting - Intermediate
Digital Communications - Intermediate
Project Coordination - Intermediate
Writing - Intermediate
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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