Graphic Design and Social Media Specialist

University of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

445d • $39,291 - $52,000

About The Position

The Graphic Design and Social Media Specialist at the University of Utah is responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing a variety of communications strategies. This part-time role involves writing, project management, and utilizing both traditional and electronic publishing technologies to effectively communicate departmental information to stakeholders. The specialist will monitor the effectiveness of communication tactics and collaborate with various departments to conceptualize projects, ensuring that all distributed materials are accurate and timely.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field
• 3 years of related experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience)
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with a variety of computer software
• Project management and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both individually and in a team setting

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field
• Experience with specific computer systems
• Skills in interviewing, ad copy writing, editing, photography, web writing, graphic design, audio & video production, and oral presentation

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes communication plans by utilizing traditional and electronic publishing technologies
• Develops and communicates department information on various projects to its stakeholders, both internal and external
• Responsible for monitoring effectiveness of communication tactics and adjusting communication plans as necessary
• Collaborates with the Department and other clientele to conceptualize on various projects
• Proofreads all communications and monitors media
• Manages the research and development of content for publication
• Develops and adheres to project timelines
• Ensures that distributed material is accurate and timely
• May perform other related technical duties as assigned

Benefits

• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees