Hybrid Communications Designer & Storyteller

Nashville Public Radio; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) seeks a creative Communications Specialist to support communications, design, storytelling, and engagement across the institute. Working with the Communications Manager, you will translate complex clinical information into accessible content for diverse audiences and channels.

The role emphasizes strong writing, editing, and project coordination, with experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and website management (WordPress or

Qualifications

• 2+ years of communications experience plus a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to translate complex information for non-specialist audiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Experience creating content for websites, newsletters, emails, social media.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Collaborative with diverse teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint/Slides, Adobe Creative Suite, or Canva.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit content for MICHR website, newsletters, emails, and social channels.
• Translate scientific information into accessible language for varied audiences.
• Capture event highlights with summaries, quotes, and imagery.
• Apply brand guidelines to new graphics and materials.
• Support website updates and digital communications campaigns.
• Coordinate deliverables and maintain organized project files.

Skills

Writing & editing

Storytelling

Project management

Graphic design

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

WordPress

Job description

The Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) seeks a creative Communications Specialist to support communications, design, storytelling, and engagement across the institute. Working with the Communications Manager, you will translate complex clinical information into accessible content for diverse audiences and channels.

The role emphasizes strong writing, editing, and project coordination, with experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and website management (WordPress or