Communications & Content Specialist

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks a Communications & Content Specialist to advance strategic communications for the Innovation District and contribute editorial content to the university's channels. The role requires a versatile writer with journalistic instincts, digital fluency, and the ability to navigate both unit-level and institution-wide priorities.

Core duties include developing story ideas, interviewing faculty and staff, and producing high-quality content across channels while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience in strategic communications, journalism, or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Innovation District and MarComm and align shared priorities.
• Write editorial content for central channels and adapt for different platforms.
• Conduct interviews with faculty, staff, and stakeholders and craft high-quality content.
• Translate complex topics into clear, readable copy while maintaining brand voice.
• Ensure content follows UGA style and is factually accurate and on-brand.
• Support editorial workflow and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver assignments on time.

Skills

Strong writing

Project management

Content strategy

Digital storytelling

Communication

Editorial workflow

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CMS

Social media tools

Job description

Communications & Content Specialist

Department: MarComm-Strategic Marketing

Job Summary: The Communications & Content Specialist advances UGA’s strategic communications priorities by serving as the embedded communications professional for the Innovation District while also contributing editorial and storytelling content to the Division of Marketing & Communications’ institutional channels. The ideal candidate is a versatile communicator and strong writer who brings journalistic instincts, digital fluency, and the ability to navigate both unit-level and institution-wide priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in strategic communications, journalism, or related fields
• Digital storytelling and content creation across multiple platforms
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with content management systems and social media management tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication, copywriting, editing, and technical/science writing abilities
• Ability to work independently with judgment, discretion, and professionalism

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of marketing, communications, and public relations principles
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing demands
• Familiarity with digital communications platforms, content management systems, and project management tools
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including copywriting, editing, general interest writing, and technical/science writing
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high degree of judgment, discretion, and professionalism

Duties & Responsibilities

Innovation District Communications (50%)

• Act as the primary liaison between the Innovation District and MarComm, ensuring collaboration and alignment of shared priorities
• Develop and maintain a strategic and effective communication plan for UGA’s Innovation District in line with university strategic priorities
• Develop story ideas; conduct interviews with faculty, staff, and stakeholders; and write high-quality content to elevate the Innovation District through compelling storytelling
• Oversee the Innovation District’s digital communications, managing official associated social media channels, calendar, and websites; coordinate social media posts with UGA’s central accounts for greater visibility and impact
• Maintain and update content to ensure accuracy, relevance, and consistency with the institution’s brand and messaging
• Develop, design and review presentations, newsletters, publications, infographics and talking points to inform and market to Innovation District stakeholders
• Regularly analyze communication metrics to inform and refine overall strategy
• Work with an event manager to plan and implement occasional special events for the Innovation District

Marketing Content Writing (50%)

• Write editorial content for MarComm’s central channels
• Adapt content for different channels and contexts while maintaining UGA’s brand voice and tone throughout
• Interview faculty, staff, students, and campus stakeholders to gather information and develop story content; follow up with sources for review and approval as needed
• Translate complex topics, research, institutional initiatives and campus programs into clear, readable copy
• Ensure all content follows UGA style, is factually accurate, and positively reflects the UGA brand
• Build relationships across campus to support research and sourcing for content assignments
• Work within an established editorial workflow under the direction of the Executive Content Editor to deliver assignments on brief and on deadline

Physical Demands

Work in a standard office environment. Occasional nights and weekends required.

Compensation

$48,000 - $55,000 annually

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status.

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