Communications Specialist at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Chapel Hill, NC | $55K/yr – $60K/yr

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Communications Specialist

Chapel Hill, NC (Unknown)

$55K/yr – $60K/yrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own on-site executive logistics and content support for the Provost, coordinating with University Communications and Marketing and cross-unit partners to ensure flawless public appearances and a strong social/digital footprint.

Logistics ownership: manage event details, scheduling, and weekend/evening engagements with the Provost and affiliate offices.
Content and social: draft remarks, video/scripts, briefing materials, photos/videos, and maintain the social calendar.
Platform support: assist Provost websites and collaborate across the Office of the Provost and affiliate units for general coverage.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Executive Communications and the executive leadership team of the Office of the Provost, the Communications Specialist assists the Provost with logistical arrangements for speaking engagements and other public appearances, both on and off campus.
The Communications Specialist will work in close partnership with University Communications and Marketing and the Office of the Provost.
The Communications Specialist accompanies the Provost to events to provide on-site support and adherence to scheduling needs, including occasional weekend and evening engagements.
The Communications Specialist provides photo and video coverage of Provost engagements and produces social media content, maintaining a robust social media presence and content calendar.
The Communications Specialist also contributes to the development of remarks, personal notes, video scripts, reports, presentations, articles, briefing materials, factsheets, and web content.
The Communications Specialist will also provide support for Provost’s Office websites and platforms.
In addition, the Communications Specialist will work with the Office of the Provost and its affiliate units for general support as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Demonstrated communications experience.
Strong organizational capabilities and experience in creating operational plans with demonstrated abilities for managing all details of public and private events.
Experience writing for mass audiences.

Preferred

Proficiency in WordPress is preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of a higher education environment and audiences.

Benefits

Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities.
Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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