Job Title Specialist, Communication Essential Job Functions Advises and provides support on projects that are deemed shared priorities of the university and academic units that comprise the communications team. Advises administrators, faculty and staff on effective communications and media relations Develops communications plans and creative briefs for major initiatives Works collaboratively with other units in the Office of Communications and Marketing on multi-media projects and initiatives Other related duties, as assigned Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in mass communications, journalism, or a related field Minimum Experience One (1) year professional experience in a client facing communications, public relations role, with emphasis on media relations and social media Experience writing for broad audiences as well as those in higher education also is highly preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledgeable of a broad range of journalistic and multimedia tools, including media software for news distribution and monitoring Knowledgeable of professional guidelines for journalism and public relations Proficient in and adaptable to new technology, including production management and team collaboration software Excellent communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal Excellent project management skills Skilled in researching topics Ability to make complex research and concepts accessible to varied audiences Ability to successfully pitch and place news stories, regionally and nationally Ability to create engaging content across all media Ability to meet tight deadlines Ability to maintain confidentiality