The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center is hiring: Lead Content Crea

Overview

Public Relations Spec,Sr Requisition ID req34647 Working Title Lead Content Creator Position Grade 13

Project ECHO has an amazing opportunity for a writer/digital content creator to join our Communications and Marketing Team!

The Lead Digital Content Creator will be responsible for creating multimedia content for Project ECHO which highlight the impact of our work in our strategic areas of work. This individual will work with a variety of stakeholders across The University of New Mexico, Project ECHO, and our partners around the world.

The primary responsibilities will include producing Project ECHO’s Annual Report and developing a regular cadence of stories and other content to promote to our audiences.

Overall, your duties will include:

Responsibilities

• Writing and developing all aspects of the Project ECHO Impact Report, including project management
• Writing and creating multimedia content for Project ECHO’s external and internal audiences, including taking your own photographs and working with freelance vendors to create videos/photos
• Maintaining a user-friendly database of photographs and images; as well as our testimonial bank
• Actively seeking out story/content ideas from a variety of sources within our global network
• Using appropriate interview techniques to create stories and content; working with stakeholders to incorporate feedback and appropriate approvals
• Using analytics to identify and optimize content creation
• Using project management and data analytic skills to create a data-informed approach to the work; relaying key accomplishments and challenges to internal stakeholders
• Preparing summaries and presentations on impact for various stakeholders
• Working positively with partners from around the world, with differing geographical and cultural backgrounds
• Overseeing and contributing in a consulting capacity in a matrixed work environment with teams across Project ECHO and the university
• Elevating the Project ECHO brand among partners, funders and other stakeholders, through content creation and brand adherence
• Overseeing work with vendors and other stakeholders on the production of written and multimedia content

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Experience with journalism
• Experience with project management
• Experience working with diverse, international stakeholders
• Experience working in a matrixed work environment
• Experience taking and editing photographs
• Experience working with content management systems
• Experience with SEO

Additional Information

Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department Project ECHO (259B)

Employment Type Staff

Staff Type Term - Full-Time

Term End Date 06/30/2026

Status Exempt

Pay Monthly: $4,236.27 - $5,950.53

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Eligibility and Compliance

ERB Statement: As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions.

Background Check Required Yes

For Best Consideration Date 10/20/2025

Eligible for Remote Work Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit a current resume and a cover letter. On the resume, indicate whether previous job listed were full-time or part-time positions, include hours per week if part-time, and provide month/year for start and end dates. In the cover letter, describe how you meet the preferred qualifications. Official transcripts, High School Diploma or GED certificate will be required for hire. See minimum qualifications for specifics.

Note: Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for details.

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to pass a pre-employment background check, which may include criminal history, fingerprint screenings, education verification, and prior employment verification. For more information about background checks, visit policy URLs. Refer to policy URLs for a definition of Regular Staff.