Communications & Marketing Specialist

Auburn, AL (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own university program marketing and communications from plan to public relations, content and events that build visibility and support instructional and outreach goals.

  • Content Engine:Research, design and publish multi channel content aligned to program goals.
  • Public Relations & Partnerships: Prepare press materials, coordinate external media, and PR activities.
  • Events & Communications Ops: Plan events, manage calendars and vendors, and maintain records and budgets.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develops marketing and communication plans to promote the vision, mission, goals and achievements of a school, college, department, alumni or University program directly engaged in instruction, research or outreach.
  • Researches, designs and composes content for dissemination through a variety of mediums, such as internal or external publications, brochures, posters, newsletters, websites, presentations, development/fundraising materials, press packages, or broadcast media.
  • Coordinates the production of materials to include content/style editing, designing, printing, photography and/or copywriting.
  • Coordinates marketing and communication calendars, production schedules and deadlines, including coordination of work carried out by external vendors.
  • Submits material to journals, associations or other external media, either proactively or in response to requests.
  • Evaluates effectiveness of communications, public relations, and/or marketing programs.
  • Prepares press releases and participates in public relations activities, in conjunction with University staff.
  • Plans and organizes special events and meetings, as well as participation at conferences or trade shows.
  • May maintain files, databases and electronic records of materials.
  • May develop and manage a unit budget as well as assist with preparation of contract or grant proposals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree In Journalism, Communications, Marketing or a related field and 2 years of experience in marketing and communications services to include print journalism.
  • SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

    Benefits

    • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
    • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
    • We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
    • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
    • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
    • Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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    Auburn University

    Auburn University is a comprehensive land, space and sea grant research institution blending arts and applied sciences. The university continuously changes to accommodate today's needs, while still respecting the traditions and spirit of Auburn. As we grow and change, Auburn will always continue its tradition of excellence.The main campus had an enrollment during fall of 2017 of 29,776. Auburn University offers degrees in 15 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.Auburn University is known not only for its academic excellence, but also for its impact on Alabama as well. A recent study determined Auburn had a nearly $4 billion economic impact on the state of Alabama, including a $1.5 billion impact on the economy and a $2.4 billion impact in "human capital." Auburn's Technical Assistance Center, a collaborative engineering and business outreach unit, performs hundreds of projects annually for state industry, generating millions of dollars in increased efficiencies and saving or creating hundreds of jobs statewide.

    Auburn, Alabama, USA
    11K employees (543 in marketing)

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    2M
    Monthly Google Ads Budget
    $101.1K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    38.6%
    Direct
    49.5%
    Referral
    10.4%
    Social
    0.5%
    Paid
    0.9%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~11.4K

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    393 (3% of company)
    Median Career Experience
    12 years
    Median Tenure
    6.5 years
    Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
    7

    Funding

    Total Funding
    $25.9M
    Last Raise
    $50K
    Grant, 9 months ago

    Funding History

    • Jun 2025
      Grant • $50K
    • Oct 2024
      Grant
    • Jun 2024
      Grant • $893.2K

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