University of Utah
Marketing Communication Specialists Job at University of Utah in Salt Lake City
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, US, 84193
Overview
Marketing Communication Specialists
Engage in the development and execution of strategic marketing communications to efficiently support product launch campaigns and company brand across various communication channels. Create communication programs that promote the organization and its products and services through various means including blogs and social media, websites, product collateral, logos, or other promotional products. Collaborate with external partners/vendors to execute promotional events and campaigns. Develop a calendar for social media campaigns and initiatives to ensure constant interaction and engagement with customers and prospects. Assist in analyzing marketing data to help shape future marketing strategies.
This position serves the College of Fine Arts External Relations group which includes the Marketing & Communications team and the Advancement team. The three main pillars of this position’s tasks are:
Managing and writing/creating for the College of Fine Arts blog, The Finer Points
Grant writing and funding campaigns
Alumni relations
Responsibilities
Marketing Communication Specialist, II
Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Managing the editorial calendar for the College of Fine Arts which includes stories/news from its five academic units (Department of Art & Art History, School of Dance, Department of Film & Media Arts, School of Music, and Department of Theatre)
Using a content management system (Joomla!) to publish blog
Managing timelines/reporting and creating content/communications for grant applications, giving days, crowd funding campaigns, and annual appeals
Management of the Fine Arts Ambassadors (recent alumni group) and alumni cultivation and communication efforts
Event planning and execution including our annual Arts Bash, CFA Assembly, Scholarship Brunch, and donor/alumni events hosted by the academic units
Qualifications
Equivalency Statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Marketing Communication Specialist, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
We are looking for a strong storyteller who can create compelling narratives, most often in written formats, but also in other digital media, that appeal to a wide variety of audiences. In addition to understanding and emulating the unique tones of our varied art forms/academic units, this person will need to target specific segments of our audience, including: prospective students, their parents/guardians, donors/foundations, the university community, and alumni.
Knowledge of and strong appreciation for the arts preferred.
The pace of this job is fast and often includes competing timelines and deadlines. Strong project and time management skills preferred.
Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, project management software, content management systems, social media, and other online creative tools preferred.
Requirements / Additional Information
The University values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator.
Posting Details
Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Close Date: 01/22/2026
Priority Review Date: 11/14/2025
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
* What is your highest level of completed education?
None
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree
* How many years of related work experience do you have?
Less than 2 years
2 years or more, but less than 4 years
4 years or more, but less than 6 years
6 years or more, but less than 8 years
8 years or more, but less than 10 years
10 years or more, but less than 12 years
12 years or more, but less than 14 years
14 years or more
Optional documents: Resume, Cover Letter
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or protected veteran’s status. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided upon request.
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