Texas A&M University · 8 hours ago
Communications Specialist III
Galveston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $60K/yr
4+ years expTexas A&M University at Galveston is seeking a Communications Specialist III to enhance the visibility and reputation of the campus. The role involves writing, editing, and producing various promotional materials while supporting a comprehensive communications strategy across multiple platforms.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Researches, writes and reports news for assigned topics, with special consideration to efforts directed to omnichannel 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
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
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
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
Knowledge of project management fundamentals
Proven knowledge of current social media platforms
Knowledge of current and emerging mobile production applications
Ability to work outdoors exposed to various weather conditions, potential allergens, elevated noise levels, and heat
Some lifting camera, phone or other marketing items
Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines
This position may require nights, weekends and occasional travel
This position is security sensitive
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements
Preferred
Experience in news media, public affairs and website writing
Company
Texas A&M University
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.
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