Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S03366P Working Title Publicity Coordinator Department Franklin College Theatre and Film Studies About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Mon-Fri 8:00-5:00 unless needed for publicity tasks outside of standard office hours. Often requires evening hours for pr shoots.

Advertised Salary $35,415.00 Posting Date 06/14/2019 Open until filled No Closing Date 06/21/2019 Proposed Starting Date 07/01/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional information regarding Applicant Materials
-Portfolio must include at least 10 poster designs and 2 brochure designs.
-Media portfolio should include links to 2 promotional videos the applicant has created for performance events.
-Writing sample must be a press release.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title Technical Design Professional Pay Grade FLSA Exempt Job Family FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This position is responsible for marketing, public relations, and development for the Department of Theatre and Film Studies, including its academic programs, theatre season, and other public events. Responsibilities include writing and/or supervising the writing of the department’s press releases and the design and production of posters, advertisements, brochures, video trailers, and other promotional materials for print, broadcast media, and online promotions. The position is also responsible for coordinating social media campaigns to support academic programs, development efforts, and student recruitment. The person in this position is also responsible for coordinating promotional and archival photography and video of the department’s productions, and for working closely with the College and University’s development staff to support the department’s development and donor stewardship efforts, and coordinating with Performing Arts Center to create programs and manage the box office for UGA Theatre productions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Fluency with Photoshop and video editing software such as Final Cut Pro or Premiere. Demonstrated professional-level skill as a graphic designer and illustrator in numerous styles. Excellent writing ability. Experience developing promotional campaigns for performance and/or film series. Strong organizational skills.

Physical Demands

Standard demands for an office environment.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Design posters, brochures, flyers, advertisements and other print, video, and online materials, to promote the department’s academic programs, theatrical productions, and other activities.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate the design, creation and distribution of press releases, advertising and social media
content to build audiences for the UGA Theatre season.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Manage the department’s development and fundraising activities, cultivating donors and sponsors, maintaining stewardship, and liasing with college- and university-level development officers.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Design and maintain graphics and content for the department’s website and video monitors.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate the department’s work with the Performing Arts Center box office and marketing department on matters related to UGA Theatre productions.

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Create or coordinate the creation of archival photographs and video to document departmental productions and maintain online archive of these materials.

Percentage of time 5 Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Portfolio
2. Media Portfolio
3. Resume/CV
4. Cover Letter
5. Writing Sample
6. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents