Media Specialist

Requisition ID: 2024-7752

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Price Category: Marketing and PR Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: USU Eastern Department: USU Eastern-Administration Advertised Salary: Commensurate on experience

Overview The Division of Community and Campus Engagement (CandCE) at Utah State University (USU) Eastern is seeking a highly organized and people-oriented person to serve as the Media Specialist. The primary purpose of the Media Specialist is to move forward critical public relations projects in the CandCE Division. This position serves as a member of the Eastern PR Task Force, takes quality photographs and video at events, produces video, assists with posting social media, and assists with campus events.

Responsibilities 60% Public Relations and Multimedia Specialist

• Serves as a contributing member of the Eastern PR (Public Relations) Task Force
• Shoots still photographs at various USU Eastern events (e.g., community events, commencement, athletic contests)
• Shoots video at various USU Eastern events
• Produces video for use on websites and social media
• Helps with posting content on USU Eastern social media
• Writes articles/posts for various types of media
• Partners with other marketing and public relations personnel to move forward projects
• Builds and maintains the positive brand of the division of Community and Campus Engagement
• Handle confidential information with tact and discretion

• Other duties as assigned 20% Event Marketing and Coordination Assistant

• Assists with the marketing and coordination of campus events including the Eastern Utah Economic Summit, the Legacy Dinner, and Town Ties

• Assists with special events such as open houses and outreach and community events

• Seeks opportunities for efficiency improvement of existing processes 20% Survey Design and Data Analysis Specialist

• Designs and conducts surveys, collects information, and identifies trends

• Creates and maintains reports and data visualizations to aid in the delivery and understanding of data

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in photography and videography
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated with an aptitude to learn quickly and comprehend technical concepts
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word

• Able to work independently and as part of a team Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface effectively with all levels of personnel at the university

• Strong ability to communicate knowledge and ideas in a consultative matter, both verbally and in writing
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to plan and manage multiple projects at the same time
• Knowledge and experience with USU policies and procedures

• Experience in marketing and public relations in a rural community Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to act with tact and discretion

• Energetic, dynamic, motivated, responsible, a leader, and a problem solver
• Autonomous, hardworking, well-organized, and... For full info follow application link.

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