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Logo Posting Number STA00341PO26 Job Family Creative Services Job Function Content Creation USC Market Title Digital Content Creator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132519 Job Level P3 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Communications Manager Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Academic Affairs and Provost Department PROV Undergraduate Studies State Pay Range G09 USC Market Range MRF - $52,526 $65,658 $78,789 Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Basis 12 months Job Search Category Communication Services
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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Communications Manager will develop and produce clear, engaging and brand-aligned content on behalf of Undergraduate Studies and assigned divisions of Academic Affairs across multiple platforms. The Communications manager will also oversee social media strategy and project management, in coordination with other university communications initiatives. This position will report to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies under limited supervision.
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Job Duties
Job Duty
Content Strategy and Creation
Develops and produces clear, engaging, and brand-aligned cross-channel content on behalf of UG Studies and assigned divisions for Academic Affairs. Writes, edits, and shapes long- and short-form stories highlighting the University of South Carolinas academic excellence. Content includes website features, newsletters, press releases, social media posts, calendar items, and multimedia storytelling in alignment with institutional priorities.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Social Media Strategy and Management
Oversees UG Studies and other assigned divisions for Academic Affairs social media accounts, including strategy development, content planning, and day-to-day management to maximize engagement with faculty, students, and peer institutions. Prioritizes showcasing academic excellence and institutional achievements. Advises reporting units within the Office of the Provost on social media best practices and engagement strategies as appropriate.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty
Project Management
Provides project oversight and coordination for communications initiatives conducted in collaboration with campus communications and marketing partners. Serves as the primary liaison between assigned units leadership, staff, affiliated academic units, and service providers. Manages timelines, deliverables, and workflows for projects including strategic marketing, event promotion, web design and development, public relations, creative and design services, printing, and vendor management.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty
Strategic Communications and Presentations
Researches, drafts, and prepares communications and public statements, including email communications, talking points, videos, and correspondence for internal and external audiences. In consultation with the Office of the Provost and Communications and Marketing leadership, ensure messaging reflects institutional priorities and strategic goals. Provides strategic communications guidance to the assigned offices, reporting units, and in collaboration with University Communications and the Brand Collaborative, offers counsel to academic unit leaders to ensure consistency with university messaging, branding, and best practices.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 07/01/2026 Job Open Date 05/14/2026 Job Close Date 06/28/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
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We are only accepting applications submitted by June 28, 2026.
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