Digital & Web Communications Specialist 00634

Digital & Web Communications Specialist 00634
This position will work as a member of the digital content team to maintain official university web properties and create content for social media and the digital marketing needs of the University.

Responsibilities

Maintain university webpages and event calendars using content management systems

Manipulate photos for use on the web and other digital platforms

Collaborate with team members, faculty, and staff to design and build digital content

Keep up to date on the latest web and digital technology

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent writing and editing skills

Ability to work openly, collaboratively, and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Knowledge of digital marketing and communication concepts

Ability to meet deadlines, be thorough and precise, and multitask

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability and desire to learn new applications and processes as needed

Proficiency in website maintenance (working knowledge of content management systems, photo editing software)

Working knowledge of web technology, accessibility, usability, and information architecture

Basic knowledge of web analytics

Basic knowledge of HTML and markdown

Education, Experience, and Certifications Required
Education:

High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

Experience:

Experience working in website maintenance, social media, digital communications and marketing, including new and emerging trends.

Additional Considerations
Education:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, business, communications, or related field

Experience:

Experience in web content management

Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud

Experience working in a university/college setting

Experience working with content management systems (including but not limited to Cascade Server and Slate CRM)

Experience creating content for social media (including, but not limited to video production, designing graphic elements, and writing copy for a variety of social platforms)

Salary Information
Starting at $43,417, commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits
Employees are eligible for Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits, including retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a range of leave. For full details, see

https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/ .

Equal Opportunity Employer
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully committed to access and opportunity.

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