Communications Coordinator

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University of South Carolina is hiring a Communications Coordinator. The role involves collaborating with the college communications team to implement the strategic communications plan by creating and designing graphics, managing social media content, and producing written and multimedia stories for the South Carolina Honors College, National Fellowships, and Scholar Programs.

Highlights

Manage creation, storage, and distribution of photos, videos, and written stories, including event photography and videography.
Create and design graphics, environmental signage, invitations, and document layouts.
Coordinate and manage social media posts and engagement across platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Collaborate with communications director to analyze and present social media data and analytics twice a year.
Use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and preferably Adobe Premiere for design and video editing tasks.
Write and edit feature stories, announcements, and alumni features aligning with AP style and compelling storytelling techniques.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and two or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred knowledge of University of South Carolina policies and higher education environment.
Responsible for overseeing social media student workers and coordinating with alumni/development staff on content for LinkedIn.
Approved starting salary is $45,133 with a range up to $60,000 for full-time, 12-month employment.

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Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by January 18, 2026.

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00976PO25
Job Family	Communications and Marketing
Job Function	General Communications
USC Market Title	Communications Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132409
Job Level	P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	Communications Coordinator
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	South Carolina Honors College
Department	HNRS South Carolina Honors College
State Pay Band	5
Approved Starting Salary	$45,133
Advertised Salary Range	$45,133- $60,000
Location of Vacancy	SC
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch, the hours per week is 37.5
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina	From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement	The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	Under the guidance of the Communications Director, the Communications Coordinator works collaboratively as part of the college communications team to share the news, messages and experience of the South Carolina Honors College (SCHC), National Fellowships (NF) and Scholar Programs (SP). The incumbent will be responsible for implementing components of the strategic communications plan by creating and designing graphics, images, documents, invites and environmental signage.The incumbent will also be responsible for sharing information and news to multiple audiences through numerous social media platforms. The incumbent manages the creation, storage and distribution of photos, videos, and written stories. This includes photographing and/or videoing events as well as writing and editing stories for distribution. Honors College staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to serving high-achieving students.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications	Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and programs is preferred. The successful applicant will have some knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience with Adobe Premier preferred. Experience managing social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn) preferred. Higher education background preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Applicants must have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The successful candidate will be well organized, be able to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups and have working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience with Adobe Premier preferred. Exceptional writing and communication skills, including ability to tell a compelling story with a command of grammar and AP style. Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in planning, composing, editing and producing publications. Ability to gather, organize and present oral and written information in a clear, concise and accurate manner. Excellent interpersonal and speaking skills, both in person and by phone, with a high level of professionalism. Advanced knowledge of social media, including best practices for engaging audiences in a professional context on each platform.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Communications strategy and planning: Works collaboratively as part of the college communications team to share the news, messages and experience of SCHC, SP and NF. Learns and applies university standards. Ensures accuracy and consistency in style and presentation of materials. Stays abreast of communications trends, technology and opportunities. Partners with other communications staff campus-wide to share stories and online content, as appropriate. Contributes to the communication annual and strategic plans. Collaborates with communications director to provide social media data and analytics upon request and twice a year in a formal presentation to SCHC deans and directors, as well as a written synopsis.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	5

Job Duty	Content creation and management: Manages the creation, storage and distribution of photos, videos, and written stories. Serves as the primary photographer and videographer for Honors, SP and NF needs. Edits photos and videos. Manages photography and video storage and organization process. Arranges for outside photographer and/or videographer when needed. Provides long-form writing, including but not limited to Honors and Top Scholars feature stories, alumni features, and NF award announcements and feature stories when needed.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	25

Job Duty	Social media: Coordinates all social media posts and schedules for Honors, SP and NF social platforms targeting general audiences, alumni, prospective student, current student and current parent audiences. Oversees content created and posted to LinkedIn by Honors alumni/development staff. Determines frequency, timing, and appropriateness of all social media posts. Responsible for the creation of all social media including idea generation, writing text/captions, creating reels and video posts, collaborating with designer for graphics when needed, creating graphics when needed. Also responsible for procuring, selecting and editing images for posts, scheduling and managing takeovers, and management of any social media student workers. Responsible for maintaining regular and substantive engagement on social platforms by interacting with other accounts.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	35

Job Duty	Visual communications: Creates and designs graphics, images, documents, invites and environmental signage for Honors, SP and NF. Provides designs and design support for social media, emails and newsletters. Collaborates with communications director to manage storage and organization for all design files. Works with communications director and merchandise coordinator to create merchandise designs. Provides graphic design support for miscellaneous projects. Serves as the secondary photographer and videographer for Honors, SP and NF needs.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	30

Job Duty	Other duties: Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the Honors College.
Essential Function	No
Percentage of Time	5

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
Job Open Date	12/16/2025
Job Close Date	01/18/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. *We are only accepting applications submitted by* January 18, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/200139
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have advanced knowledge of and experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have graphic design experience?
- Yes
- No
* Why are you interested in this particular job in the Honors College at USC?
(Open Ended Question)
* Although we accept resumes for review, the application is the official hiring document maintained by the university. Offers of employment and starting salaries are based on the education and work experience (including beginning and end dates) included in the university application only, not your resume. Have you included all details for all education, volunteer and work experiences in your job application?
- Yes
- No
* We believe the best communicators are passionate about their subject matter. Why are you interested in sharing the stories of the South Carolina Honors College?
(Open Ended Question)
* What excites you about communications, and why are you drawn to the field?
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Resume
List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

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