Content Strategist

The University of Hawaii is seeking a highly skilled Content Strategist to join our team as a Casual Hire. As a key member of the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic content initiatives that enhance our brand reputation and engage with diverse audiences.

We offer a competitive salary of $19,200 per year, paid on a bi-monthly basis ($1,600 per month). The successful candidate will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Developing and editing articles and layouts for DKICP communications;
• Collaborating with faculty and staff to create engaging stories and updates;
• Supervising printing and distribution, and posting on our website;
• Preparing and delivering information for release orally or in writing to the media and general public;
• Advising administration and faculty on media relations and serving as college liaison to UH Hilo's University Relations;
• Working closely with the Dean and Executive team to develop strategies for disseminating information to public and private stakeholders;
• Planning and developing promotional materials for Dean reports, messages, articles, web copy, etc.;
• Maintaining and updating digital databases of photos and periodically communicating their location with others in the College;
• Chief editor of the annual College magazine;

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A baccalaureate degree in English/Journalism and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for English/Journalism;
• Considerable editorial background in news organizations as well as universities, including vetting and developing sources, as well as working with upper administration on end product;
• Demonstrated experience in project management working with internal and external teams on results-based materials;

Prior experience with digital media, branding, and health care/education topics will be highly valued.