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Utah State University is hiring a Part-Time Marketing & Communications Coordinator for the Utah Women & Leadership Project. The role involves expanding the project's awareness by managing social media, public relations, and creating marketing materials, while also supervising interns and assisting with events and digital content production.

Highlights

Responsible for graphic design, media production, social media strategy, public relations, and event support.
Must be proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and video/audio editing tools.
Manages social media campaigns on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Requires a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field with 3+ years of experience.
Experience managing news media relations, media contact lists, and tracking press placements is essential.
Writes and edits content for multiple platforms, including press releases and social media posts.
Oversees student interns and collaborates with other social media managers within the university.
The position offers $24 to $28 per hour, commensurate with experience and education.
Assists with podcast scheduling and blog content creation as needed.
Works primarily remotely within Utah with occasional in-person meetings and events.

Part-Time Marketing & Communications Coordinator Full Description

Overview:

The Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP) is seeking a motivated part-time Marketing & Communications Coordinator who will assist in expanding the awareness and impact of the UWLP and “A Bolder Way Forward.” This includes sharing research, resources, and events with a wider audience. This person will fulfill various aspects of the communications strategy including, but not limited to, social media content, public relations, and marketing materials. The ideal candidate has strong writing and other communication skills and is tech-savvy and proficient with various content creation and analytics tools.

This position is eligible for primarily telework within the state of Utah. However, occasional in-person meetings and events at various locations along the Wasatch Front are required, potentially up to a couple times a month.

Responsibilities:

Graphic Design & Media Production - 30%

Creates and designs marketing materials such as brochures, folders, pull-up banners, posters, event and promotional activities, and year-end reports.
Produces resources such as infographics, handouts, and other materials.
Documents events via video and photography, as needed.
Edits videos and photos for use, as needed.

Social Media – 30%

Assists with planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring social media marketing strategies to expand awareness of UWLP/BWF research, resources, and events with a wider audience.
Owns day-to-day social marketing and engagement activities, including the creation and execution of a content calendar and execution of large-scale engagement campaigns.
Assists with the production, editing, and use of digital media and graphics.
Helps evaluate the success of social media campaigns, posts, and performance.
Supervises student interns and coordinates with other college and departmental social media managers, as needed.

Public Relations – 20%

Maintains a comprehensive list of news media and community communication mediums.
Conducts media relations efforts and establishes and maintains relationships with key media personnel across the state.
After the UWLP Research Manager crafted press releases, correctly interpret and convey research findings in a shorter version to be emailed directly to media sources.
Assists in the development of communication plans that support the UWLP’s initiatives and strategies, and coordinates and executes upon plans.
Assists in the development, marketing, and implementation of special events and promotional activities.
Helps with and/or attends events as a partner in-person at various locations along the Wasatch Front.

Other – 10%

If needed, assist the Program Assistant in scheduling podcast guests, drafting podcast scripts and questions, and overseeing podcast recording schedule.
Assists with blog post content, creation, and posting.

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field; and three or more years of professional experience in related field.
Experience managing news and media relations and tracking placements.
Experience with online media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.
Proven results executing social media marketing campaigns.
Experience maintaining media contact lists and calendars, coordinating and scheduling press outreach, and managing the timing and distribution of press releases and media engagements.
Comfort with Adobe Creative Suite tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Experience using video and audio editing tools.
Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising social campaigns and content that engage, inform, and motivate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to perform content moderation in a professional way.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail along with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as be self-driven to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of multimedia production, programming, and editing from inception to completion.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of the elements and principles of design.
A willingness to learn techniques for making digital content accessible.
Knowledge of women’s groups, interests, and topics in Utah.
Knowledge of journalism, marketing, and branding principles and techniques.
Knowledge of design for print publication, including crop and bleed, resolution, and color requirements.
Knowledge of principles and practices of graphic design.
Ability to create, design, and produce materials using a range of media, methods, techniques, and equipment.
Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
Advanced ability to write, edit, and refine content for multiple platforms, including press materials, social media content, and cross-channel communications.
An understanding of various social media platforms, how to use them, and what audience is likely to be reached on them.
Knowledge of accessibility requirements and how to meet them.

Required Documents:
Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
Two samples each of your writing and graphic design skills. You can either:
- Upload file(s) at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"; OR
- Provide links to online content you have produced when prompted during your application.
Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary: $24 to $28 an hour commensurate on experience and education ADA:

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

University Highlights:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

*updated 12/2025 Notice of Non-discrimination:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Matthew PinnerExecutive Director Civil Rights & Title IX Officematthew.pinner@usu.edu435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322 | Cody CarmichaelTitle IX Coordinator cody.carmichael@usu.edu435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 | OCR@ed.gov

*updated 10/2025

Original Job Description

Overview:

Graphic Design & Media Production - 30%

Creates and designs marketing materials such as brochures, folders, pull-up banners, posters, event and promotional activities, and year-end reports.
Produces resources such as infographics, handouts, and other materials.
Documents events via video and photography, as needed.
Edits videos and photos for use, as needed.

Social Media – 30%

Assists with planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring social media marketing strategies to expand awareness of UWLP/BWF research, resources, and events with a wider audience.
Owns day-to-day social marketing and engagement activities, including the creation and execution of a content calendar and execution of large-scale engagement campaigns.
Assists with the production, editing, and use of digital media and graphics.
Helps evaluate the success of social media campaigns, posts, and performance.
Supervises student interns and coordinates with other college and departmental social media managers, as needed.

Public Relations – 20%

Maintains a comprehensive list of news media and community communication mediums.
Conducts media relations efforts and establishes and maintains relationships with key media personnel across the state.
After the UWLP Research Manager crafted press releases, correctly interpret and convey research findings in a shorter version to be emailed directly to media sources.
Assists in the development of communication plans that support the UWLP’s initiatives and strategies, and coordinates and executes upon plans.
Assists in the development, marketing, and implementation of special events and promotional activities.
Helps with and/or attends events as a partner in-person at various locations along the Wasatch Front.

Other – 10%

If needed, assist the Program Assistant in scheduling podcast guests, drafting podcast scripts and questions, and overseeing podcast recording schedule.
Assists with blog post content, creation, and posting.

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field; and three or more years of professional experience in related field.
Experience managing news and media relations and tracking placements.
Experience with online media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.
Proven results executing social media marketing campaigns.
Experience maintaining media contact lists and calendars, coordinating and scheduling press outreach, and managing the timing and distribution of press releases and media engagements.
Comfort with Adobe Creative Suite tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Experience using video and audio editing tools.
Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising social campaigns and content that engage, inform, and motivate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to perform content moderation in a professional way.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail along with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as be self-driven to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of multimedia production, programming, and editing from inception to completion.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of the elements and principles of design.
A willingness to learn techniques for making digital content accessible.
Knowledge of women’s groups, interests, and topics in Utah.
Knowledge of journalism, marketing, and branding principles and techniques.
Knowledge of design for print publication, including crop and bleed, resolution, and color requirements.
Knowledge of principles and practices of graphic design.
Ability to create, design, and produce materials using a range of media, methods, techniques, and equipment.
Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
Advanced ability to write, edit, and refine content for multiple platforms, including press materials, social media content, and cross-channel communications.
An understanding of various social media platforms, how to use them, and what audience is likely to be reached on them.
Knowledge of accessibility requirements and how to meet them.

Required Documents:
Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
Two samples each of your writing and graphic design skills. You can either:
- Upload file(s) at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"; OR
- Provide links to online content you have produced when prompted during your application.
Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary: $24 to $28 an hour commensurate on experience and education ADA:

*updated 12/2025 Notice of Non-discrimination:

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 | OCR@ed.gov

*updated 10/2025

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