Promotions Coordinator

Promotions Coordinator The University of Chicago, United States about 8 hours ago

Location:

East Stroudsburg, PENNSYLVANIA

Job Type:

FullTime Department Press Books Promotions/Publicity About the Department The Books Division of the University of Chicago Press has been publishing books for scholars, students, and general readers since 1892. Its mission is to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard, promote education, foster public understanding, and enrich cultural life. The Press's acquisitions editors acquire and develop books that fulfill this mission, working closely with authors, agents, and institutions. Job Summary The Promotions Coordinator plans and implements promotional and publicity campaigns for a portfolio of client presses. Responsibilities Writes and edits marketing copy. Reviews advertisements, copy, and marketing materials. Researches media and creates review lists and conducts necessary media outreach. Serves as marketing liaison with client publishers and with other departments at the Press and responds to regular inquiries from clients related to promotions and events. Creates and schedules social media posts on behalf of client presses. Performs one or more of the following marketing functions: marketing communications /advertising; Web blogs or digital marketing; market research; development or review and update of the marketing infrastructure and management of external sales agency relationships. Assists in developing marketing communications, advertising, or publicity materials with a moderate to high level of guidance from others. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Education:

Bachelor's degree. Some graduate work. Preferred Competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Creativity. Interpersonal skills. Customer service skills. Attention to detail. Organizational skills. Respond quickly and appropriately to emails and queries. Maintain confidentiality. Work as part of a team. Independently with a high degree of initiative. Multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Ability to manage stressful situations. Knowledge of database, word processing, and spreadsheet software required. Represent organizations positively to internal and external clients. Ability to travel. Set up and break down book exhibits at academic conferences. Working Conditions Requires some domestic travel. Application Documents Resume (required) Cover Letter (required) When ing, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Communications Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Hourly ​ FLSA Status Non-Exempt ​ Pay Range $23.87 - $31.02 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.