University of Chicago - Chicago, IL

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Chicago, IL
Educational Services

About the position

The University of Chicago is seeking a Digital Marketing & Communications Manager for the Forum for Free Inquiry and Expression. This role is pivotal in shaping the communications strategy and execution for the Forum, which is dedicated to promoting free expression and open discourse. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive communication promotion plan for various events, ensuring that messaging effectively reaches diverse audiences. This position offers a unique opportunity for an entry to mid-level candidate to contribute to the Forum's mission at a time when discussions around free expression in academic settings are increasingly complex and critical. The Digital Marketing & Communications Manager will design and produce marketing materials for events and publications, manage the Forum's social media channels, and implement a content calendar that includes visually compelling and engaging posts. The role requires the use of analytics to evaluate communication trends and propose innovative content ideas to enhance engagement. Additionally, the manager will establish the tone of voice and branding for the Forum, manage the listserv, and curate relevant content related to free expression in the media. This position also involves leading the management and content creation for the Forum's website, supporting events with live social media coverage, and occasionally working during evenings. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to diverse viewpoints and the ability to communicate effectively across multiple perspectives, aligning with the Forum's values and mission.

Responsibilities

  • Develop the communication promotion plan for each Chicago Forum event, including pre-event and post-event social media posts, email campaigns, and other communication channels.
  • Design and produce marketing materials for Chicago Forum events, programs, earned media, and publications, including drafting effective and customized messaging for different audience groups.
  • Manage the Chicago Forum's social media channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, & YouTube) and implement a content calendar with a robust mix of visually compelling and well-written posts.
  • Use analytics to evaluate trends of Chicago Forum's communications channels and propose innovative social media content ideas that drive stronger engagement.
  • Establish the appropriate tone of voice and branding for Chicago Forum and guidelines for leveraging different communication channels.
  • Manage the Chicago Forum listserv and implement effective processes to grow the list of contacts and keep the information updated.
  • Design a Chicago Forum newsletter and implement a cadence for its release.
  • Curate and promote content relevant to free expression in the news and media.
  • Lead the management, structure, and content creation for the Chicago Forum website.
  • Support Chicago Forum events with live social media capture and assist with other logistical needs.
  • Solve a range of straightforward problems, requiring originality and ingenuity.
  • Continue to build higher level knowledge of the University, processes, and customers.
  • Perform other related work as needed.

Requirements

  • Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
  • Minimum 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice-to-haves

  • 2-5 years of proven success with communications and digital marketing and/or work experience in a related job discipline.
  • Deep experience managing social media platforms for business (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter).
  • Experience with overseeing listserv and stakeholder management tools.
  • Experience with video editing (YouTube).
  • Knowledge of analytics platforms (i.e. Google Analytics) and social channel data (Facebook Analytics).
  • Experience with email communication tools.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Dental insurance coverage
  • 401k retirement savings plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional development opportunities
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