Michigan State University
Communications Coordinator / Communications Coordinator
Edtech.com's Summary
- Develop and execute communications strategies and storytelling campaigns.
- Create digital content for social media channels, Arts MSU e-newsletter, and websites.
- Lead audience development, monitor digital analytics, and report on trends.
- Collaborate with university colleges, communications offices, and leadership for art-related communications.
- Supervise and mentor paid student interns to support experiential learning.
- Requires knowledge in WordPress CMS, Mailchimp or other CRM platforms, and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator).
- Proficiency with social media platforms, especially Instagram, and experience with social listening tools.
- Minimum qualifications include a four-year degree in relevant fields and up to six months of related experience; desired qualifications include three or more years of progressive communications experience in the arts, preferably in a university setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, project management ability in complex organizations, and ability to present strategies to leadership.
- Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with some variable weekend and after-hours commitments.
Communications Coordinator / Communications Coordinator Full Description
Working/Functional Title
Communications Coordinator
Position Summary
University Arts and Collections (UAC) is searching for an ambitious communications coordinator with experience supporting the execution of communications strategies, storytelling campaigns, and content planning and creation. Guided by the belief that the arts are essential to a vibrant university community that is resilient, inclusive, collaborative, and globally minded, this strategy is committed to advancing the impact and amplifying the presence of the arts across campus. Reporting to the sr. director of communications and marketing for UAC, the person in this position will be responsible for the creation of digital content for social media channels, the Arts MSU e-newsletter, and the Arts MSU and UAC websites. They will also lead audience development, digital analytics monitoring and reporting trends research, and social media strategy for the UAC communications team. Playing a crucial role in amplifying the impact of the artsâone of Arts MSUâs three strategic pillarsâthis person will also collaborate across campus to support the content goals of other colleges, units, central university communications, and the president and provostâs offices, as well as fundraising storytelling for the universityâs comprehensive campaign, as this work relates to the arts. To support deeper experiential learning for MSU students, this position also includes the supervision and mentorship of paid student interns.Â
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Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Telecommunications, Journalism, Marketing, or Public Relations; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in internal communications; news, broadcasting, and print media, and/or marketing, advertising, and creative services; graphic design; word processing; desktop publishing; web design; presentation software; spreadsheet and/or database software; public presentation; or radio production; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience working in communications for the arts, preferably in a university settingÂ
Proven ability to manage projects vertically and laterally in a complex, hierarchical organizationÂ
Experience working under pressure managing multiple projects and strict deadlinesÂ
Attentive to detail, with effective planning and time management skillsÂ
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsÂ
Proven ability to present ideas and strategies to upper-level leadership and incorporate critical feedback and recommended changesÂ
Demonstrated proficiency in social media platforms, with a focus on content creation and strategy for InstagramÂ
Experience working with social listening toolsÂ
Working knowledge of Wordpress CMSÂ
Working knowledge of Mailchimp or other CRMÂ
Experience with Adobe Creative Suiteâespecially Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe IllustratorÂ
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Cover letter and resumeÂ
Work Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with some variable weekend and after hours.
Website
The Bidding Eligibility ends on 03/03/2026 at 11:55 PM
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