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Communications Content Creator Job at Washington State University in Pullman

Washington State University, Pullman, WA, United States, 99164

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Communications Content Creator

Apply locations Pullman, WA time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R-13920

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

September 21, 2025

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

1281-NN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communication Coordinator, 1281-YN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communication Coordinator

Business Title:

Communications Content Creator

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

The Office of Research at Washington State University (WSU) is responsible for advancing the research enterprise at WSU systemwide. The Office of Research facilitates all aspects of the research from pre-award to compliance, advancement, development, and commercialization. The Office of Research amplifies WSU's land-grant mission by partnering with the university community, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to advance, extend, and grow the positive impact of WSU research for the state, region, and nation. The Office of Research Communications Content Creator plays a central role in promoting andamplifying the impact of research conducted across the university.

As the Communications Content Creator, you are responsible fordeveloping, coordinating, and producing compelling research-related content for internal andexternal audiences. You will be working collaboratively with research units, faculty, and universitycommunications staff. The Producer ensures strategic storytelling across platforms that aligns withthe university’s land-grant mission and research strengths and priorities. This role requiresstrong editorial judgment, project management skills, and a deep understanding of digital andinteractive content production, platforms, and systems.

In this position, you will serve as a key liaison between the Office of Research andthe University Communications team and will work collaboratively with research centers, institutes,and colleges across WSU’s network to ensure consistent, engaging, and accessible communication andpromotion of research initiatives, outcomes, and impacts.

Job Functions:

55% - Content Development and Production

Coordinate and produce high-impact research focused digital campaigns, multimedia content, andfocused news content for the web and social media.
Translate complex research findings intoaccessible, engaging narratives for broad audiences, including policymakers, media, funders, andthe public.
Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and communicators to identify opportunities and developcontent across web, social media, and video.
As a key brand ambassador, understand and integrate with WSU’s recently updated branding andmessaging.
Attend relevant meetings at WSU’s Pullman campus, visit laboratories and other scientificfacilities, and other in-person engagements as needed for content development.

30% - Communications Strategy and Management

Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with university research priorities and strategicgoals.
Curate and manage research-focused content for Office of Research web pages, newsletters, socialmedia, and associated digital platforms.
Ensure brand and message consistency across platforms, adhering to university style and WCAGaccessibility guidelines.
Plan, prepare, and produce monthly, seasonal, and annual communications.

10% - Liaison and Collaboration

Serve as the primary point of contact for coordination with the WSU system Communications team andwith college, campus, and university level communications coordinators including External Affairsand Government Relations and Corporate Engagement.
Facilitate regular information sharing between research leadership and central communications staff.
Support internal communication efforts to inform faculty, staff, and students about research opportunities, funding, and achievements.

5% - Other Duties as Assigned

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined upon salary placement.

Monthly Salary: $4,508.70 - $6,763 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation .

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, journalismor other relevant field AND either three (3) years of professional experience in print or broadcast news media, publicrelations, marketing including the use of electronic media OR three (3) years of other relevantprofessional experience OR three (3+) years of experience in science- or research-related communication, marketing, design, mediaproduction, or a related role.
Demonstrated ability to write and edit clear, compelling content for a variety of audiences andplatforms.
Proven experience managing content strategy, workflows, and editorial calendars.
Strong working knowledge of web content management systems (e.g., WordPress), social mediaplatforms, and media scheduling tools.
Working knowledge of digital media production tools such as Adobe Express (if not the more powerfulAdobe apps), Canva, or similar.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across academic disciplines and administrative units.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a higher education, research, or public-sector environment.
Ability to analyzeengagement metrics and adapt content strategy accordingly.
Familiarity with land-grant university missions and research landscapes.

About Department/College/Area/ Campus - For more information about the great work we are doing and to view our mission and values, please visit our website: Washington State University | Office of Research .

Area/College: Office of Research
Department Name: Office of Research Advancement & Partnerships
Location: Pullman, WA 99164-1060

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter (Addressing the qualifications and the position details.)

External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday . Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Professional reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu .

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.

More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities . See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations.

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