University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) · 15 hours ago
Media & Communication Specialist
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Maryland, Baltimore is currently seeking a Media & Communication Specialist. This role requires a multi-skilled individual who can work across various areas of design, focusing on digital and print graphics, branding, web content, and social media communications.
BiotechnologyHealth Care
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and produce graphic material for department promotions and projects. Interact with internal clients on a regular basis in order to ensure timely delivery of quality graphic material
Meet with colleagues and/or co-workers to determine needs, timeframe, develop design concepts, and review work from inception through delivery of finished product
Formulate manual or computer-assisted designs, layouts, formatting of graphic material for instructional, promotional or educational use; design the structure and layout of images and text in a pleasing format
Review and recommend new software and hardware requirements and learn new approaches and technological solutions to improve current performance
Coordinate logistics and manage technical aspects of virtual events including chat features, sharing screens, recording, etc.; troubleshoot issues that arise throughout the event; make recommendations proactively on lighting, sound and overall conditions
Apply new media technologies and best practices for web, email, mobile and social media platforms
Responsible for operating and maintaining computer, video and camera equipment
Develop communications for publication in EPH Weekly, on EPH Webpage or other publications Generate interest and convey written messages using professional business language and leader’s voice for style and content; write, edit, craft, and contribute to publications, blogs, social media
Serve as co-editor of EPH Weekly and biweekly funding bulletin; collect updated/new material from key stakeholders, make recommendations to increase readership, seek/solicit creative approaches to increase reader participation; manage Constant Contact mailing lists, photos, etc
Capture and digitize EPH events including the Annual Town Hall Meeting, Pre-Commencement Ceremony, RRS Endowed Lectureship, Poster Day, PCTC Annual Meeting, etc. (Position may require some evening, early mornings, and/or weekends.)
Perform video/photo editing using software to manipulate, color-correct, or crop images/film, add audio and/or animation
Responsible for archiving, labeling and organizing images in the I:/ drive
Create artwork and other graphics for website; update web content and social media accounts to improve internal and external communications and announcements. Promote websites and EPH Weekly; respond to user inquiries, comments, suggestions
Attend monthly faculty meetings; report on communications and looking for important material that we should promote (special announcements and news, events, awards, etc.)
Assist with development of wireframes for current and future websites to send to web developers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferably in English, journalism, or communications
Three (3) years of related communications, marketing, media, public or client relations experience
Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements
Knowledge of position requirements
Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws
Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems
Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts
Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently
Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery
Preferred
Research experience in an academic setting
Basic knowledge of medical terminology
Three writing/design samples are requested
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development
Participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire
Generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year
15 paid holidays
3 personal leave
Unlimited accrual of sick time
Comprehensive health insurance
Professional learning and development programs
Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school
Flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job)
Company
University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB)
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) was founded in 1807.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Bitner
Vice President Finance & Auxiliary Services, Deputy CFO
Diane Forbes Berthoud, Ph.D.
Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer; Professor, Graduate School
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