Education Communications Strategist | PR & Social Media

Troy University; Troy (MI); Hybride; USD 52 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Troy University is seeking a College of Education Communication Coordinator to craft and manage strategic communications for the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. The role reports to University Relations and supports faculty, students, and initiatives to boost public awareness and brand consistency.

Key duties include writing, editing, social media management, media outreach, and web content updates, with collaboration across Marketing and Communications to ensure AP style and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, marketing, communications, or a closely related field.
• Experience in a news, public relations/media relations, or marketing role.
• Demonstrated understanding of news value and how media organizations operate.
• Experience creating and managing social media content in a professional or academic setting.
• Strong writing and editing skills for print, web, and social media, with a working knowledge of Associated Press style.
• Photography skills suitable for basic news gathering and event coverage.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Write news releases, feature stories, web content, and other communications materials highlighting faculty, students, programs, and initiatives.
• Edit content for clarity, accuracy, tone, and Associated Press style.
• Assist with internal and external communications as needed.
• Assist with developing and managing content for the College’s social media channels in alignment with University strategy.
• Create engaging digital content to support recruitment, outreach, and reputation-building efforts.
• Update and maintain College web pages using the University’s content management system.
• Coordinate with the University’s Marketing and Communications office on campaigns, requests, and brand compliance.
• Assist with media relations efforts, including responding to inquiries and coordinating interviews.
• Support efforts to pitch faculty experts, research, and College initiatives to local, regional, and national media.
• Assist with media monitoring and reporting.
• Provide basic event coverage, including photography and limited video support as needed.

Connaissances

Strong writing

Editing skills

Social media management

Photography

Time management

Media relations understanding

Formation

Bachelor's degree in journalism/public relations/marketing/communications

Outils

Cision

Meltwater

Content Management System (CMS)

Description du poste

Troy University is seeking a College of Education Communication Coordinator to craft and manage strategic communications for the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. The role reports to University Relations and supports faculty, students, and initiatives to boost public awareness and brand consistency.

Key duties include writing, editing, social media management, media outreach, and web content updates, with collaboration across Marketing and Communications to ensure AP style and