Communications Assistant for the Extension and Extended Campus

Arlington, TX (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableEntry LevelFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own content creation and cross-functional collaboration to sustain engaging, accessible division marketing across social, newsletters, and campaigns, while keeping materials organized and aligned with priorities.

  • Develop and edit social, email, and digital content to meet brand voice and campus standards.
  • Coordinate campaigns with internal teams and maintain an accessible content library and web updates.
  • Review visuals and materials for clarity and message alignment as design collaborations occur.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop written marketing content for digital and print channels, with a primary emphasis on social media platforms (X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), newsletters, promotional campaigns, and email communications.
  • Proofread and edit communications and marketing materials for tone, clarity, and alignment with UTA’s style guide, ensuring high-quality, error-free content.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to brainstorm, plan, and execute engaging campaigns and content calendars that align with divisional goals and strategic priorities.
  • Support division departments with tailored marketing and communication materials as needed, including flyers, announcements, and digital content.
  • Assist with graphic design or collaborate with design professionals, offering content suggestions and reviewing visuals for clarity and message alignment.
  • Maintain and update presentation materials and a digital content library, including statistical data, archival materials, and assets from division departments.
  • Review and update web content across the division’s sites in partnership with web administrators, maintaining accessibility per university standards.
  • Stay current on trends in digital marketing, social media strategy, and audience engagement.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role
  • Effective writing and editing skills with attention to detail, tone, and voice
  • Highly proficient in MS Office Suite and communication tools
  • Ability to compile and interpret basic social media and marketing analytics to inform future content strategies
  • Knowledge of basic graphic design platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, or similar) to support content editing and layout
  • Knowledge of web accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) or a demonstrated willingness to learn and apply the university’s accessibility guidelines
  • Skilled in coordinating cross-functional marketing and internal communication campaigns
  • Knowledge of social media tools and content strategy for platforms including X, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn

Preferred

  • Two (2) years of experience developing and managing content for social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns
  • Proficiency with social media management tools such as Hootsuite (or similar platforms)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
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Excel Campus Activities

Excel Campus Activities is the programming board of the University of Texas at Arlington. We strive to create an atmosphere on campus that helps students engage in learning and leisure. Our mission is to promote campus and community involvement through collaborating to develop and expand cultural, educational, social, and traditional programs for the enrichment of student life.

Founded in 1992
Arlington, Texas, USA
5 employees (3 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2.1M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$833.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42.8%
Direct
48.1%
Referral
7.9%
Social
0.4%
Paid
0.6%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~5

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
3 (60% of company)