COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE, MIT Open Space Programming, performs complex and diverse communications, graphic design, and marketing duties; manages social media channels, creates print materials and signage, edits the website, drafts weekly email newsletters, creates and executes promotional plans, and updates calendars to promote events; and collaborates with the programming team to plan and staff public, in-person events in the Kendall/MIT Open Space and MIT Welcome Center.
REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent; at least five years of communications experience; excellent written communication, demonstrated mastery of grammar and punctuation; experience with social media and electronic communication methods and tools, experience with Microsoft Office, SquareSpace or similar website platforms; graphic design experience and ability to maintain a visual brand, experience with Canva and Adobe, or similar graphic design tools; experience with CRM platforms and scheduling and room booking platforms; detail oriented, comfortable managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines; openness to feedback and brainstorming, flexible and resourceful when there is a need to change plans or strategy; team player, reliable, collaborative; commitment to inclusive practices and meaningful community engagement; ability to lift objects weighing up to 20 lbs.; and ability to traverse long distances or move from site to site. PREFERRED: Bachelor's degree in communications or related field; experience using Canva, Adobe Suite, Eventbrite, SquareSpace, Google Suite, Hubspot, Mazevo, Instagram, Twitter/X, and Facebook; experience working with the public; experience in higher education or non-profit organizations; and basic familiarity with AV systems. Job #24621-6
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