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Communications Specialist

Taleo Social Sourcing
On-site
Homestead, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Title: Communication Specialist

 

Position Summary: The Communication Specialist will support and drive the planning and execution of communication initiatives for assigned client groups.

 

  1. Writes, edits and proofreads all types of communications and publications, including items for emergency/crisis, marketing, advocacy and media relations purposes, and coordinates appropriate approvals for internal and external dissemination.
  2.  Develops marketing materials, online content and publications (print and/or digital).
  3. Provides coverage, including photos and/or video, of events, which may be outside regular business hours.
  4. Coordinates with the AIU’s Marketing and Strategic Communication Department for positive media outreach.
  5. Furnishes creative ideas and tactics for all types of multimedia platforms used by client groups and member school districts, staff and programs.
  6. Keeps current of all technology advances in the multimedia field to provide variety and to increase efficiency in the operation.
  7. Assists administrators and Marketing and Strategic Communication personnel in providing creative deliverables and meeting deadlines as requested.
  8. Assists in the development and execution of communication and marketing strategies and tactics.
  9. Partners with other client leads on services and deliverables relevant to that client.

  1.       Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Multimedia or equivalent combination of experience and education.

  2.       Three years of directly related experience preferred.

    3. Exceptionally strong writing, editing, interpersonal and proofreading skills as well as the journalistic ability to source stories.

    4. Demonstrated ability to generate creative, well-designed web, video, photo and social media content.

    5.Experience and understanding of the K-12 field is preferred.

    6. Strong work ethic and a demonstrated desire to achieve excellence in work product and performance.

    7. A positive attitude with a customer service mindset.

    8. Ability to effectively work under tight deadlines and manage projects independently.

    9. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative and responsible.

    10.Ability to travel as necessary for onsite activities at AIU and AIU member school districts. Remote working options are available.

    11. Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (including Premier Pro and After Effects), Microsoft Suite and other design software on both Microsoft and iOS platforms.

    12. Organized, detail oriented and enjoys working collaboratively and learning new skills.

    13.Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel and Outlook, and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.

    14.Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct Policy and all other appropriate AIU policies.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the Communications Specialist.

Reports To: Communications Supervisor

Department: Communications Services

Position Schedule: 260 days

 

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