Communications Specialist

Act as project manager for a wide variety of projects, such as brochures, flyers, postcards, posters, websites, and social media content, working to stay within schedule and budget parameters.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in writing, journalism, English, communication, public relations, marketing, or related field.
• At least three years of experience working in a publishing and/or marketing environment, with specific experience in writing, editing, and project management.
• This position requires outstanding writing and editing skills.
• The applicant should have a portfolio of published writing pieces and a demonstrated familiarity with the major editorial style guides, most importantly The Associated Press Stylebook.
• The applicant should be able to show samples of completed marketing projects, both print and web.
• Knowledge of the graphic design field is desirable, but actual production skills are not mandatory.
• The ability to coordinate several jobs simultaneously and meet deadlines is essential, as is the ability to work within a team setting, an affinity for accuracy and detail, and a commitment to SPU’s vision and the ability to articulate it.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel), WordPress, HubSpot, and online project tracking software (Basecamp, Wiki, GatherContent).
• Must possess multicultural competency.

Additional Information:

Position will remain open until filled.

Salary: DOE

Application Instructions:

In addition to the application, please provide the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• 2 – 6 writing samples that showcase your professional writing ability