Brand & Communications Coordinator: Agricultural Extension

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator to plan, develop, and implement branding and marketing strategies for the Extension Service and related entities. You will work with the Head of Agricultural Communications to ensure consistent branding across programs and media.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Communication and 3 years related experience, with strong writing skills and the ability to travel for interviews and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communication or equivalent with focus in PR, graphic design, marketing and journalism.
• Three years of related experience is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, planning, and implementing the strategic branding and marketing program for the MSU Extension Service.
• Research and write copies for brochures, advertising, video projects, websites, displays, presentations, and other communications tools.
• Collaborate with Agricultural Communications professionals to plan and execute projects and meet deadlines.
• Provide marketing consultation and back-up graphic design support as needed.
• Contribute to web and social media submissions ensuring branding guidelines are followed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent writing

Interpersonal skills

Marketing knowledge

Web communications

Project management

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Mississippi State University is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator to plan, develop, and implement branding and marketing strategies for the Extension Service and related entities. You will work with the Head of Agricultural Communications to ensure consistent branding across programs and media.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Communication and 3 years related experience, with strong writing skills and the ability to travel for interviews and events.