Highlights
The Communications & Marketing Specialist develops and coordinates communications and marketing strategies across a variety of platforms, creating compelling content and materials that engage Auburn Advancement audiences and support the University’s fundraising efforts. Researches and composes content for dissemination through a variety of mediums, such as internal or external publications, brochures, posters, newsletters, websites, presentations, development/fundraising materials, press packages, or broadcast media.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Auburn University, AL |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Education |
| Salary | $48,360–$100,200 Per Year |
| Company Size | 1,500 to 1,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1856 |
| Website | http://www.auburn.edu/ |
Description
Pay Range:
USD $48,360.00 - USD $100,200.00 /Yr.
Overview:
The Office of Advancement at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Communications & Marketing Specialist!
The Communications & Marketing Specialist develops and coordinates communications and marketing strategies across a variety of platforms, creating compelling content and materials that engage Auburn Advancement audiences and support the University’s fundraising efforts.
From developing marketing campaigns and promotional materials to coordinating publications, digital content, media relations, special events, and external communications, this role works across a wide range of projects and audiences. The position also partners with internal teams, frontline fundraisers and external vendors to bring communications initiatives from concept to completion and evaluates their effectiveness along the way.
Responsibilities:- Develops communication and/or marketing plans to promote the vision, mission, goals and achievements of the University.
- Researches and composes content for dissemination through a variety of mediums, such as internal or external publications, brochures, posters, newsletters, websites, presentations, development/fundraising materials, press packages, or broadcast media.
- Coordinates the production of materials to include content/style editing, designing, printing, photography and/or copywriting.
- Prepares and/or coordinates advertising, media-buying, and prospect-based marketing plans.
- Coordinates marketing and communication calendars, production schedules and deadlines, including coordination of work carried out by external vendors.
- Evaluates effectiveness of communications, public relations, and/or marketing programs.
- Prepares press releases and participates in public relations activities for the University.
- Plans and organizes special events and meetings, as well as participation at conferences or trade shows.
- Maintains files, databases and electronic records of materials.
Level I -
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field
Level II -
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field plus 2 years of experience OR
- Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field
Level III -
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field OR
- Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field plus 4 years of experience
Scope of Experience: Experience in marketing and communications services to include print journalism
Experience in philanthropy communications preferred.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:N/A
Why Work at Auburn:- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
About Company
Welcome to Auburn University, a
comprehensive land, space and sea grant research institution blending arts and applied sciences. The University
continuously changes to accommodate today's needs, while still respecting the traditions and spirit of Auburn. As we grow and change, Auburn will always continue its tradition of excellence.
The main campus had an enrollment during fall of 2007 of 24,137. Auburn University offers degrees in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.
Auburn University is known not only for its academic excellence, but for its impact on Alabama as well. A recent study determined AU had nearly $ 4 billion economic impact on the state of Alabama, including a $ 1.5 billion impact on the economy and a $ 2.4 billion impact in "human capital." AU's Technical Assistance Center, a collaborative Engineering / Business outreach unit, performs hundreds of projects annually for state industry, generating millions of dollars in increased efficiencies and saving or creating hundreds of jobs statewide.
Auburn University has developed into one of the largest universities in the South, remaining in the educational forefront with its traditional blend of arts and applied science, and changing with the needs of today while living with a respect for the traditions and spirit that are Auburn.
The main campus had an enrollment during fall of 2007 of 24,137. Auburn University offers degrees in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.
Auburn University is known not only for its academic excellence, but for its impact on Alabama as well. A recent study determined AU had nearly $ 4 billion economic impact on the state of Alabama, including a $ 1.5 billion impact on the economy and a $ 2.4 billion impact in "human capital." AU's Technical Assistance Center, a collaborative Engineering / Business outreach unit, performs hundreds of projects annually for state industry, generating millions of dollars in increased efficiencies and saving or creating hundreds of jobs statewide.
Auburn University has developed into one of the largest universities in the South, remaining in the educational forefront with its traditional blend of arts and applied science, and changing with the needs of today while living with a respect for the traditions and spirit that are Auburn.