This position will support the day-to-day communication workflows for the divisions units and initiatives through a large volume of fast-paced projects centered on student-focused communication plans, campaigns and ecosystems. Within responsibilities this position will serve as a member of the divisions Communications team, inclusive of the student team, and in executing tasks that work to increase visibility and awareness of the Student Experience Divisions distinct services, programs and events with key audiences, especially current students. The position will work to execute assigned tasks pertaining to design, content creation, web, social media, photography, videography, copyediting, accessibility, divisional calendar events, e-newsletters, student team support and additional project support as assigned, in addition to internal and external approval systems and University guidelines such as the Editorial Style Guide. Under the supervision of the Student Experience Division assistant director of Communications, this individual will support overarching strategies, with special attention to promotion of Student Experience Division distinct services, programs and events, while supporting efforts within the Division of Marketing and Communications overarching strategies.
Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in communications, public relations, marketing, new media management or related field.
One-to-three years experience supporting communications strategies and plans for a variety of platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and PowerPoint; Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Videography a plus.
Exceptional communication skills (written, oral and visual).
Exceptional organization skills.
Exceptional copyediting skills.
Commitment to and demonstration of promoting an inclusive environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, make decisions and balance multiple deadlines.
Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues across levels at the institution, including students.
Skills and Knowledge:
Bachelors degree in communications, public relations, marketing, new media management or related field.
One-to-three years experience supporting communications strategies and plans for a variety of platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and PowerPoint; Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Videography a plus.
Exceptional communication skills (written, oral and visual).
Exceptional organization skills.
Exceptional copyediting skills.
Commitment to and demonstration of promoting an inclusive environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, make decisions and balance multiple deadlines.
Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues across levels at the institution, including students.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Student Experience Division Communication team inclusive of the student team and divisional staff on student-centered communications projects involving content creation, web, social media, copyediting and accessibility.
Collaborate with the Student Experience Division Communication team inclusive of the student team and divisional staff on student-centered communications projects involving design, copyediting and accessibility.
Collaborate with the Student Experience Division Communication team inclusive of the student team and divisional staff on student-centered communications projects involving photography, videography, copyediting and accessibility.
Collaborate with the Student Experience Division Communication team inclusive of the student team and divisional staff to support populating, copyediting, accessibility and publishing of divisional calendar events and e-newsletters, and supporting outreach through tabling, promotion handouts, divisional event support and more.
Other duties as assigned.
About Syracuse University:
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area:
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The Universitys contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
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Syracuse University is a place where talent, desire, and opportunity thrive. In 12 different schools and colleges that span the liberal arts and professional disciplines, students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, create, and break boundaries.
The University is also a vital part of the community, providing services as well as being a leader in employee benefits, work-life and organizational development, training, student employment, staff relations, and workforce diversity.
Syracuse itself is located at the crossroads of New York State, and offers a lush landscape of seasons. From fun-filled summers in the Finger Lakes to snowy winters that thrill outdoor sports enthusiasts, the area truly has something for everyone.