University of Michigan · 19 hours ago
Events & Communications Coordinator
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$42K/yr - $52K/yrThe University of Michigan is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in research and teaching. They are seeking an Events & Communications Coordinator to support the Department of Sociology and the Organizational Studies Program by managing internal and external communications, coordinating events, and developing engaging content for various platforms.
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Responsibilities
Develop (or re-develop) professional-quality collateral material for the unit's programs and major events; including brochures, flyers, handouts, posters, diag boards
Collaborate with staff on design and procurement of departmental swag
Design ads for marketing our programs for the Michigan Daily and Festifall special issues (OS)
Strategize, coordinate, compose, and post online content via unit websites, social media outlets, and regularly-scheduled unit electronic newsletters
Manage the main page of the unit's website, using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
Compile analytics/reports for unit leadership about the efficacy of our digital presence
Photograph and record videos of unit major events and develop a visual catalog of the unit's history
Maintain organized repository of digital media for use in publications
Publish unit, faculty, and student events on the University's event calendar, unit websites, and on social media platforms as appropriate
Compile and publish the weekly 'events bulletin' to the unit community
Co-lead coordination of the following OS events: welcome and senior week activities, career and adhoc recruitment events, and social committee events
Coordinate the creation and distribution of the unit's quarterly electronic newsletter (Sociology) and annual newsletter (OS), working with the Unit Chair and Chief Administrator on messaging priorities
Write and disseminate new stories; maintain detailed records of new items, stories, and featured personnel and activities
Partner with the staff at University News Services on publicizing outside of the university community
Coordinate annual fundraising campaigns (Giving Blueday), including creation of donor websites, strategy to maximize incentives, and manage social media and communication leading up to program launch
Manage communications with donors, including thank you and annual stewardship letters to major donors
Oversee student leadership team members associated with social media and event planning
Take part in interview and hiring process for selection of Student Leadership Teams
Participate and co-facilitate Student Leadership Team meetings
Qualification
Required
An enthusiastic, detail-oriented and positive persona is critically important to this position
An extremely high level of organizational skills, the ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team while promoting a culture of respect and cooperation
Exhibit excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Flexible schedule, allowing for occasional evening and weekend events
Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to follow complex directions; be a self-starter; ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and successfully meet deadlines
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement
A high level of proficiency with technology and specific experience using the Microsoft Office suite of software
Demonstrated graphic design skills and proficiency with graphical design software (Adobe Cloud and InDesign)
Proven facility with a wide variety of social media, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn
Knowledge of and experience with website and social media management tools
This job requires the ability to move materials weighing up to 25 pounds to a height of 3-4 feet and set them on tables, carts, or other surfaces
Preferred
Demonstrated experience with complex, large-scale, multi-venue academic conference and seminar planning, including those on a national level
Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Communications or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of University and LSA policies and procedures
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of operations and implement changes
Knowledge of AEM website software
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Founded in 1817
10001+ employees
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