Communications Professional

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking a Communications Designer to create engaging digital and print content aligned with the university brand. Responsibilities include designing graphics, publishing social media content, maintaining the college’s social channels, and analyzing monthly metrics to inform strategies.

Also responsible for event photography, video editing, and providing communications support to the Director of Communication, Dean, and faculty.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications or related field.
• A minimum of three (3)+ years’ experience producing graphics and maintaining social media platforms

Responsibilities

• Design graphics for digital and print content.
• Create and publish social media content and maintain Purdue College of Education channels.
• Collaborate with Director of Communication and communications team to ensure branding consistency.
• Collect and analyze monthly social media metrics to inform content strategies.
• Photograph events and people, produce and edit videos and social media reels.
• Provide communications support to the Director of Communication, Dean, department heads, faculty and staff.
• Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all internal and external communications.

Skills

Graphic design

Social media

Photography

Videography

Communication

Independent work

Deadline-oriented

Trend adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, communications or related field

Job description

Supports the College of Education’s Office of Communications by creating engaging digital and print content that aligns with the university’s brand. Responsibilities include designing graphics; creating and publishing social media content; maintaining the college’s social media channels in collaboration with the Director of Communication; and collecting and analyzing monthly social media metrics to assess performance and inform content strategies.

The position also photographs events and people, produces and edits videos and social media reels, and provides communications support to the Director of Communication, Dean, department heads, faculty, and staff as needed. Ensures consistency in branding and messaging across all internal and external communications.

At Purdue, you’ll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together.

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications or related field;
• A minimum of three (3)+ years’ experience producing graphics and maintaining social media platforms

Skills needed:

• Creativity and professionalism in graphic design, social media execution, photography, and videography;
• Initiative to learn industry best practices;
• Good communication skills via social media and also with the Director of Communication, communications team, and clients;
• Able to work independently under supervision;
• Produce assets according to deadlines;
• Must have a mindset to learn about new trends and ideas and implement them in daily work.

What We Want You To Know :

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

A background check will be required for employment in this position

FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)

Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantialBenefit Packageincluding medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

All applications must be held the first 5 business days.

Professional 2
Pay Band S060
Job Code #20003093

The anticipated annual salary for this position is $57,600 commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.

Who We Are:

Looking to grow our social media presence to peers at Purdue and beyond and to attract great prospective students to become Boilermaker Educators and change education around the world. Flexibility in working remotely (traveling to campus when asked), hybrid, or on-campus.

EOE:
Purdue University is an equal opportunity employment university.