Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Department University Comms and Marketing-258000
Career Area Public Relations/Communications/Marketing
Is this an internal only recruitment?
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date 11/10/2026
Application Deadline
Application Deadline 12/01/2026
Position Type
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Position Title Public Comm Specialist - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent
Salary Grade Equivalent NC16 / GN13
Working Title
Working Title Content Producer
Position Number
Position Number 20020843
Vacancy ID
Vacancy ID P021547
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.
Position Summary
UNC -Chapel Hill’s University Communications and Marketing department is seeking a content producer to report, write and develop compelling stories that help audiences understand UNC -Chapel Hill’s people, ideas, discoveries, priorities and impact. Through original reporting, content producers make complex subjects accessible, explain why they matter and connect the University’s work with audiences’ interests and needs. Their work appears in The Well, newsletters and other University communications channels.
Our team of content producers develop deep knowledge of assigned campus units and subject areas, cultivate sources and proactively pitch stories that advance University priorities and resonate with audiences beyond campus. They also contribute reporting and storytelling to department-wide campaigns and respond to timely assignments.
Working in partnership with editors, digital team members, visual storytellers, strategic planning and campus partners, this content producer will help shape each of their stories’ focus, format and presentation. They will collaborate early on photography, video and other visual elements, and adapt their writing for different channels and audiences. The role requires accurate reporting, proficiency in AP style and University editorial standards, responsiveness to feedback and the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
- Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, new media or journalism.
- Must have strong written and oral communications skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships across campus to best position the University according to its strategic goals.
- Must have experience writing feature stories on tight deadlines.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other Document
Optional Documents
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Public Communications Specialist position.
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in a related field
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in an unrelated field and 4 years of related experience
- Associate's in a related and 2 years of related experience
- Combination of post-high school education and/or experience in a related field to equal at least 4 years (ex. 1 year towards a related degree and 3 years of related experience)
- Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal 8 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 7 years of related experience)
- None of the above
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