Strategic Communications & Content Specialist

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MICHR at the University of Michigan seeks a Communications Specialist to support content creation, design, and digital communications across channels. You will translate complex information into clear content, manage events and campaigns, and collaborate with teams to promote MICHR's impact.

The role emphasizes strong writing, editing, and project management skills, with hands-on experience in design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, and proficiency with WordPress for website management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to translate complex information for non-specialist audiences.
• Experience developing content for websites, newsletters, email campaigns, social media, or other digital channels.
• Experience with WordPress or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain content for MICHR website, newsletters, emails, social media.
• Apply brand guidelines and layouts for prints and digital materials.
• Maintain website and digital platforms, ensuring accessibility and consistency.
• Coordinate projects, track approvals, and manage assets across teams.
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding across MICHR communications.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree (communications-related)

Tools

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Google Slides

Job description

MICHR at the University of Michigan seeks a Communications Specialist to support content creation, design, and digital communications across channels. You will translate complex information into clear content, manage events and campaigns, and collaborate with teams to promote MICHR's impact.

The role emphasizes strong writing, editing, and project management skills, with hands-on experience in design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, and proficiency with WordPress for website management.