CALNS Public & Media Relations Coordinator/Technical/Editor

Summary
This Coordinator will manage technical editing and mass media support for instructional, research, and outreach programs in the College of Agricultural, Life and Natural Sciences. This individual will also maintain positive image and exposure of the College through various publications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Engage in promoting or creating good will for individuals, groups, or organizations by writing or selecting favorable materials for publicity and releasing them through various communication (internal or external) media

Serve as Photographer for publication and events, as needed

Edit/proofread grant proposals, Dean Letters of Support, and research submissions, etc.

Create, Write, and Design (layout) the quarterly AgriNews newsletter

Edit/proofread publications, research theses, abstracts, and related documents of faculty and graduate students

Write and design brochures, fact sheets, and other public relations materials/media (PowerPoint presentations, Research info for book submissions, University report submissions, etc.)

Write and design programs and flyers for special and annual events; including annual calendar and Holiday greeting.

Assist in the coordination/preparation for special events (i.e., Ag Week, Open House, ARD conference abstract edits and submissions, etc.)

Assist in editing of the College's Annual Report, based on relevant input from the Dean, Research Director and Department chairs

Edit College webpage via authorization from CALNS IT personnel

Develop Teaching and Research Impact statements for submission to USDA: serve on national impact committee

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.)

Bachelor’s degree or Master's degree in communications or another related field.

Minimum of four years’ experience in marketing or communications position with a Bachelor’s degree.

Or a minimum of two years’ experience in marketing or communications position with Master’s.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite products

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