Marketing and Communications Specialist

4 weeks ago

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States University of Michigan Health System Full time
How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume and must specifically address the required qualifications of the position. Candidates that do not include a cover letter and indicate how they meet the required qualifications will not be considered for the position.

Job Summary

The Departments of Germanic Languages and Literatures (GLL) and Slavic Languages and Literatures (SLL) are leaders in research and the education of undergraduate and graduate students. They emphasize language, literature and the arts in larger social, cultural and political processes. As the Marketing and Communications Specialist you will be a strategic partner in the development of digital and print marketing strategies and responsible for applying these strategies to each department's print and digital platforms. You will also plan and support a dynamic calendar of events to support the department's missions. Effectively communicating and working in partnership and consultation with departmental stakeholders are essential to success in this position.

This position will be hybrid in nature with the expectation of 3-4 days per week in person and 1-2 days per week working remote depending on the time of year. Schedule flexibility is required in order to support events and may indicate the need to be in person 5 days a week at some points during the academic year. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

What You'll Do

The detailed description of responsibilities can be found
  • Marketing/Publicity/Social Media
    • Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies in collaboration with faculty and staff.
    • Curate and maintain a robust social media presence aimed at engaging students, faculty and the broader community.
    • Manage and create content for digital signage
    • Generate departmental newsletters using Mailchimp
    • Evaluate marketing and social media strategies; prepare and present regular reports to departmental leadership and make recommendations for changes to increase engagement and results.
    • Collaborate with the College of LSA's central marketing team
  • Graphic Design
    • Design and create original flyers, posters, digital signage, bi-annual newsletters (4 per year), event programs, itineraries and other required event materials in partnership and consultation with stakeholders.
    • Design social media graphics/campaigns
  • Event Coordination:
    • Provide comprehensive event coordination and organization for a broad range of departmental events.
  • Administration/Other
    • Develop, monitor and ensure budgets (marketing projects and events) are within established parameters
    • Develop relationships with faculty, staff and graduate students in order to understand the climate and mission of the units and effectively develop marketing strategies
    • Communicate effectively and efficiently with departmental stakeholders.
Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care -that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
  • Generous time off
  • A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
  • Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Required Qualifications*
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, graphic design or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least three years of professional experience related to this position's outlined responsibilities.
  • Creative and innovative graphic design experience especially for social media and other digital platforms with expert-level skills in the Adobe Creative Suite of software.
  • A demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion (DEI) within professional settings with the ability to integrate these values in a marketing strategy.
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills with proven editorial skills and experience enhancing content quality to meet unit goals.
  • Proven ability to excel in a team setting promoting a culture of respect and collaboration.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the capability to execute multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Self-starter who is able to work independently and with limited direction.
  • Creative problem solving skills.
  • This position requires the ability to move materials weighing up to 25 pounds to a height of 3-4 feet and set them on tables, carts, or other surfaces. The chosen candidate must have the ability to physically set up and tear down for events including moving and arranging tables, chairs, and mobile equipment.
Desired Qualifications*
  • Experience using a variety of tactics and strategies for enhancing the profile of a unit within higher education.
  • Demonstrated experience planning events including budget development and oversight
  • Experience evaluating marketing and social media campaigns/strategies.
  • A commitment to lifelong learning and staying current with digital technologies.
  • A commitment to the mission and goals of GLL and SLL and the University of Michigan.
Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the .

Additional Information

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit .

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit .

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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