Production and Digital Content Specialist, University Record

Nashville Public Radio; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Retirement plan with matching

Comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The University Record seeks a Communications Production Associate to produce the printed edition, publish stories and art on the website, and create social graphics. You will edit copy for length and format across print, web, email, and social platforms, coordinating with editors and writers to stay on schedule.

Based in Ann Arbor, the role is primarily on-site with potential for a hybrid arrangement. The position offers comprehensive benefits and growth within an academic newsroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience designing for print and digital/web platforms.
• Experience with a web content management system for publishing stories and artwork.
• Experience creating graphics for social platforms.
• Ability to edit for length and format copy for different platforms.
• Strong communication and collaboration with editors and writers.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce the printed edition on its publishing schedule.
• Edit and format story copy for print, web, email, and social placement.
• Load stories, photography, and artwork onto the University Record website.
• Design graphics for social media posts in platform-specific formats.
• Assist in compiling and formatting the Record's email newsletter.
• Maintain consistent visual branding across print, web, email, and social channels.
• Coordinate with editors and writers to keep copy and visuals on schedule.

Skills

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Web CMS

Editing for length

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

CMS (general)

Job description

Job Summary

The University Record's website, email, and social media are its primary channels for readership, alongside the printed edition. This position is the Record's main production role, responsible for producing the printed edition, publishing stories and artwork on the website, creating social media graphics, and helping compile the email newsletter. The role requires basic editing skills and working directly with copy to prepare it for multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce the printed University Record on its publishing schedule, including layout, imagery, and basic print advertising
• Edit and format story copy for print, web, email, and social placement, adapting length and presentation to each platform
• Load stories, photography, and artwork onto the University Record website
• Design graphics for social media posts that adapt Record stories and franchises for platform-specific formats
• Assist in compiling and formatting the Record's email newsletter
• Maintain consistent visual branding across print, web, email, and social channels
• Coordinate with editors and writers to keep copy and visual elements on schedule across all four channels

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Experience designing for both print and digital/web platforms
• Experience with a web content management system for publishing stories, photos, and artwork
• Experience creating graphics for social media platforms
• Ability to edit for length and fit, and accurately format copy for different platforms
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines across print, web, email, and social schedulesStrong communication and collaboration skills for working with editors and writers

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with email newsletter platforms
• Familiarity with basic HTML/CSS
• Experience in a higher education, news, or media production environment
• Familiarity with digital accessibility standards (alt text, video captions)
• Experience producing short-form photo or video content for social platforms

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Benefits

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

The position will be primarily on-site in Ann Arbor with the opportunity for a hybrid schedule in accordance with operational needs.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. The salary range for the lower classification (Communications Production Associate-104028) is $50,000 - $55,000.

Additional Information

NOTE: Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.