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Missouri Public Utility Alliance

Communications Assistant

Columbia, MO (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New Grad1+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

Job Summary

Assist multi-channel communications with a focus on content creation, basic design, and event support for MPUA member and public messaging.

  • Content Production: write/edit for newsletters, social, and websites to simplify complex topics.
  • Design & Media: lightweight graphic work in Adobe Creative Suite and asset organization.
  • Event & Asset Support: materials prep, on-site help, and post-event follow-up.

Job Description

Responsibilities\n
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  • Assist in writing and editing content for newsletters, social media, website updates, and other communications materials
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  • Support the development and design of MPUA’s electronic newsletters and quarterly magazine
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  • Help maintain and update MPUA’s social media channels to ensure timely, engaging content
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  • Assist with basic graphic design projects using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar tools)
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  • Provide event support, including preparation of materials, on-site assistance, and post-event follow-up
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  • Capture and organize photos and video content for communications use
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  • Assist with website updates and content management
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  • Provide general support for communications projects and campaigns as needed
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  • Other duties as assigned
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\nRequirements\n
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  • Education requirement: High School / GED
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  • < 1 year experience
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\nNice to Have\n
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  • Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
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  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics
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  • Working knowledge and experience with social media platforms and best practices
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  • Functional knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar graphic design tools
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  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a professional environment
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  • Interest in public utilities, local government, or community-focused organizations is a plus
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Missouri Public Utility Alliance

MPUA brings together more than 120 hometown utilities for the collective good. We support community-owned, locally controlled electric, water, wastewater, natural gas, and broadband utilities in Missouri and beyond. MPUA provides utilities with energy supply, training, advocacy, and technical support. We’re proud to collaborate with communities to achieve our mission of strengthening hometown utilities and improving the local quality of life.VISION: Improving local quality of life through hometown utilities.MISSION: Delivering industry-leading solutions, robust advocacy, and collaboration to advance local excellence, local control, and local benefit.

Founded in 1999
Columbia, Missouri, USA
www.mpua.org
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Communications Assistant

Missouri Public Utility Alliance · Columbia, MO · Hybrid