Marketing/Promotion Specialist

Job Title
Marketing/Promotion Specialist


Requisition Number
RE48170


Working Title

Department Name
8M000:College of Communication and Information


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
41


Salary Range
$15.83-25.30/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BA



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

No experience required.



Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time; regular use of computer; lifting objects up to 25lbs, pushing a cart up to 50lbs across campus; standing for a couple of hours at a time to table or present at events.



Shift

Mainly Monday-Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 m; and occasional evenings or weekends depending on events or deadlines.



Job Summary

The College of Communication and Information is looking for a dynamic, energetic Marketing and Promotions Specialist to develop communication materials and assist our Communication Manager with different college-wide initiatives. Preferred skills include excellent written and oral communication, video production and editing, project management, knowledge of AP Style, and the ability to work with a diverse group of people on different initiatives throughout the College.

Other duties include:

• Write and edit feature articles for the College newsletters, magazines, and UKnow releases per AP Style
• Produce digital images to support written messages
• Collaborate with other units to ensure comprehensive approach
• Create high quality marketing materials that reach appropriate audiences in compliance with University and College marketing policies
• Work with leadership and staff to recognize communication opportunities and solutions
• Design and produce graphics/images, short videos, promotions, and general marketing activities
• Update College website by adding events, news stories, promotions when applicable

A complete application packet will include a required resume, cover letter, and a professional writing sample (attach as Specific Request 1).



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Drupal experience, database software, graphic software programs, and video editing software.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Prefer applicant with prior experience writing and editing articles, press releases. Experience developing marketing materials, administering social media, video and graphics production, and editing.



Deadline to Apply
11/24/2024


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