Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook (NY)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 64,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Stony Brook University is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS). You will support all marketing and communications efforts to elevate CEAS visibility and highlight educational and research goals to diverse audiences.

Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills are essential. The role involves content creation, website maintenance, event coverage with photos and video content, and collaboration with university

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) is required.
Two years of full-time professional experience in journalism, communications, marketing or public relations.
Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and digital content creation.

Responsibilities

Content Creation for websites, newsletters, flyers, presentations, event programs, social posts and video assets.
Website Maintenance for CEAS sites and graphics.
Attend events as CEAS communications representative and cover stories with photos/video.
Assist in marketing/communications strategy and marketing plans for departments/programs.
Liaise with CEAS departments and University offices (Media Relations, Advancement, Career Development, etc.).
Manage CEAS communication inbox and respond to requests.
Oversee student communication interns and deadlines.
Perform other duties aligned with rank and departmental mission.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Content creation

Social media

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign)

PowerPoint

Canva

Modern Campus CMS

Mailchimp

Photography

Video editing

Web accessibility

Job description

Job Description - Marketing and Communications Coordinator (2603674)

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):

Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Two (2) years of full-time professional experience working in journalism, communications, marketing or public relations (student experience may be considered). Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and/or digital content creation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, English or a related field. Additional years (3+) of full-time professional experience working in communications, marketing or public relations (student experience may be considered). Experience in creating and managing content for social media, website, and newsletters. Experience with branding and design principles and/or marketing. Experience using Adobe Cloud (InDesign), PowerPoint and Canva. Web administration experience using Modern Campus CMS. Experience working with email marketing tools such as Mailchimp. Knowledge of Photography and basic video development/editing skills. Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices.

Brief Description of Duties:

The marketing and communications coordinator is an integral role within the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Reporting to communication leadership within the Dean’s Office, this position will provide support for all aspects of marketing and communications efforts for the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences with the goal of advancing the College’s visibility and emphasizing its educational and research goals to a variety of audiences.

The successful incumbent must possess:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a diverse population of students, faculty and staff

Creative self-starter who is highly organized and can work independently

Experience working with a high degree of professionalism, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and good judgment.

Experience working with and maintaining confidential information and handling sensitive communication with discretion.

Experience successfully working independently and as part of a team.

Motivated, self-starter with high energy and passion for the mission of the College.

Duties:

Content Creation

Write and repurpose content to support communications and marketing efforts for departments, and programs of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Stony Brook University. This includes content for websites, newsletters, flyers, presentations, event programs, social media posts and video assets. Serve as a marketing and communications resource to the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, providing expertise and guidance regarding brand guidelines and content creation. Manage social media and story calendar.

Website Maintenance

Maintain college website, and assist other CEAS departments with their sites. This involves keeping the information current, and searching for relevant graphics and photos and adhering to best practices in regard to graphics and design.

Events

Attend events as CEAS Communication representative to cover stories, take photos, and create video content. Promote College of Engineering and Applied Sciences’ events; develop and maintain a content calendar for use across multiple platforms including web and social media. Also assist in the promotion of various outreach efforts.

Strategic Planning

Assist communication management in implementing marketing/communications strategy designed to further goals of the College and the University including the outreach program. Assist in writing marketing plans for departments and programs. Assist advancement team with their targeted communication needs.

Liaison with College of Engineering and Applied Sciences departments and appropriate University offices as needed.

Liaison with CEAS departments and appropriate University offices (e.g. Media Relations, Advancement, Career Development, etc), Dean’s Senior staff, Department faculty and staff.

Manage CEAS communication inbox for requests.

Student supervision

Oversee student communication interns, assign tasks and manage deadlines.

Other duties or projects as assigned appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Special Notes:

This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Non Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.

In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,150 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook University is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, interview, or hiring process, please request one by contacting oea_ada@stonybrook.edu. We will consider accommodation requests in compliance with applicable laws. This process is independent and does not require any voluntary self-identification of disability status. Please include the position title and position number (if known) in your message.

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Job Number:

2603674

Official Job Title : Staff Assistant

Job Field

Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : CEAS Dean's Office

Schedule

Full-time