Title: Communications Strategist

Employee Classification: Communications Strategist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Advancement

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Lifelong Learning & Comm Engag

Department: UNT-Lifelong Learning & Comm Engag-200100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Division of University Advancement strives to transform lives and unlock potential through the power of philanthropy and engagement by awakening and stewarding pride and loyalty for the University of North Texas.

Established in 1890, UNT is one of the nation’s largest public research universities with more than 44,000 students. Ranked a Tier One research university by the Carnegie Classification, UNT is a catalyst for creativity, fueling progress, innovation and entrepreneurship for the North Texas region and the state. The university has earned designation as both a Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution. UNT students earned more than 11,000 degrees last year from its 14 colleges and schools and the university offers 112 bachelor’s, 94 master’s and 38 doctoral degree programs, many nationally and internationally recognized. UNT’s world-class faculty are making breakthroughs every day, and its students and alumni are changing the world around them.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for writing, editing, and disseminating content that supports LLCE. This position writes and edits content for multiple audiences and in varying media (online, print, broadcast) and includes: brochures, websites, social media, reports, catalogs, and communications, etc. for various target audiences. This position is the point of contact for communicating with members of LLCE organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in related field and five years of experience in writing and/or editing publications; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to conceptualize, write and edit strategic content for university audiences.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, conduct multiple tasks and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to coordinate large projects with numerous components.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to visually inspect print and digital copy including experience in creative editing and fact checking techniques.
• Works effectively within a team.
• Effectively works closely with staff, faculty and students toward a common goal.
• Extensive knowledge of spelling, grammar, punctuation and Associated Press and Chicago Manual styles.
• Knowledge of writing styles and guidelines for various media formats and ability to create, coordinate and edit copy for each format (print, digital/social media, video, broadcast, etc.).
• Understanding of institutional strategy (or ability to quickly assimilate) and ability to integrate strategy into modes of communication.
• Ability to supervise and/or coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of and ability to research industry best practices to assist in aligning strategies for publications with university strategy and guidelines and effectively edit and improve content for readers based on best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and skill with the following software platforms:

• Adobe InDesign
• Mailchimp
• Zoom
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Outlook
• Canva
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Audition
• Adobe Premiere
• OMNI CMS
• Blackbaud RE

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

Marketing & Content Creation

• Create written, visual, video and graphic content for print and online publications for the Lifelong Learning and Community Engagement (LLCE) programs.
• Produce three Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at University (OLLI at UNT) catalogs annually
• Handle all social media for LLCE programs. Maintain and update the OLLI at UNT and UNTRA websites as needed.
• Promote awareness of OLLI at UNT and UNTRA via appropriate marketing and advertising opportunities (articles for magazines, ads, newspaper articles, etc.)
• Develop low-cost marketing items/strategies for LLCE programs.
• Coordinate logistics and timelines for communications and marketing in all LLCE programs.
• Produce the OLLI at UNT Podcast.
• Oversee the Authors Out Loud Series via Zoom.

Member Communication

• Prepare and distribute the OLLI at UNT weekly email and communicate with OLLI at UNT members via email as needed.
• Communicate with UNTRA members via email or other methods as needed.

Livestream Production

• Produce all OLLI at UNT and UNTRA livestreams from the UNT SSB location.

Additional Duties

• Work with Advancement’s communication team to assist with LLCE’s communications needs.
• Maintain a relationship with Campus CE and take necessary trainings to stay up to date on processes.
• Assist Senior Director as requested on various tasks such as monitoring class evaluations, working with members, responding to member needs, hosting a limited number of classes, etc.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and references with their online application. Optional materials include design printed materials such as catalogs, brochures, advertisements, and magazines that can uploaded as an additional document.

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.