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Marketing Specialist

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA, United States


Position Summary Under the general direction of the Manager of Programs & Development, the Marketing & Communications Specialist for the Center for 17th- & 18th-Century Studies and the William Andrews Clark Memorial Library promotes the Center and Clark's research, programs, and events. Responsibilities include creating publicity campaigns for academic and public programming and events; producing content for the quarterly newsletter; advertising Clark fellowships; designing and producing publicity flyers and programs; maintaining content for the Center and Clark's website; managing the Center and Clark's social media; and contributing to a strategic communications plan and calendar. The Specialist collaborates with faculty, fellows, students, and staff to raise awareness through digital content, visual assets, and social media. Communications must align with UCLA brand guidelines, and annual reporting on reach and impact is required. The Specialist coordinates audio-visual needs for in-person and livestreamed conferences and helps support online programming. The role is split between Royce Hall on the UCLA campus and the William Andrews Clark Memorial Library in West Adams, Los Angeles. Availability for weekends and evenings as required by program schedules is necessary.

Qualifications

1 year managing organizational social media accounts (Preferred)

1 year demonstrating effective use of social media and writing for public audiences (Preferred)

1 year experience with image editing and word processing software (Required)

Detailed knowledge of marketing principles and applying concepts to email marketing, social media, and other platforms (Required)

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively and to follow through on assignments with minimal supervision (Required)

Ability to compose, proofread, and edit text for business and publicity communications with great attention to detail (Required)

Excellent organizational skills sufficient to prioritize job functions and adhere to a calendar of production to meet deadlines (Required)

Ability to identify problems, develop alternative approaches, offer solutions, and follow through on all details (Required)

Working knowledge of promoting academic and cultural programs, including conferences, lectures, arts performances, and fellowship programs (Required)

Demonstrated skill in graphic design, with practical knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Required)

Ability to work at two separate locations and within fluctuating hours including evenings and weekends (Required)

Excellent visual media and design skills, including graphic design (Required)

Ability to conceptualize communications strategically to promote organizational goals (Required)

Demonstrated ability to maintain website content using WordPress or other CMS (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: Must be completed prior to employment start.

Schedule 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

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