Director of Social Media
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- University of Colorado - Denver and the Health Sciences Center
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Communications & Marketing, Technology, Multimedia & Audiovisual
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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University of Colorado | CU Denver Campus
University Communications
Director of Social Media
Position #00001854 – Requisition #24424IMPORTANT
Applications for this position will NOT be accepted on this website or via email to Human Resources. Please direct ALL inquires, nominations and questions to HR Advantage Group.
HR Advantage Group is assisting the University of Colorado Denver in this search. For full consideration, candidate materials should be submitted using HR Advantage Group's application pageCOVID-19 Vaccinations: The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at: Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2 Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus Exemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
Here is a link to a Total Compensation CalculatorDiversity and Equity:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Job Category: Communication
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jan 17, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
University of Colorado | CU Denver Campus
University Communications
Director of Social Media
Position #00001854 – Requisition #24424IMPORTANT
Applications for this position will NOT be accepted on this website or via email to Human Resources. Please direct ALL inquires, nominations and questions to HR Advantage Group.
HR Advantage Group is assisting the University of Colorado Denver in this search. For full consideration, candidate materials should be submitted using HR Advantage Group's application pageCOVID-19 Vaccinations: The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at: Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2 Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus Exemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
- Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons. Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons. Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.
- Set strategy for the university’s and the Chancellor’s social media presence. Serve as the ongoing and long-term strategist and day-to-day counselor and community manager for the Chancellor’s social media channels, including Twitter and LinkedIn. Develop and implement social media strategies, campaigns, and plans to build brand awareness, deepen engagement, and drive action in support of CU Denver’s marketing and reputational objectives and the Chancellor’s communications goals.Build and execute social media plans for priority events and initiatives, to ensure university and/or Chancellor is engaging before, during, and after events occur. Establish overall KPIs and metrics and produce quarterly and annual reports to share progress and impact.Oversee day-to-day management of social media campaigns and ensure brand voice and consistency.Oversee social monitoring, surface issues to the appropriate parties and manage channels during times of crisis or issues management.Create, maintain, and grow new and existing social networks.Oversee dynamic content calendars for institutional and executive channels.Monitor social media progress using industry-standard analytic tools.Incorporate optimization strategies, analyze data, and research best ways to increase awareness and engagement.Review success of campaigns and develop ways to improve performance.Identify and build relationships with social media influencers to build visibility, followers, and engagement.Engage with audience members on platforms and process and resolve audience complaints, as appropriate, through social media.Research and analyze new media platforms, trends, and industry opportunities, as well as changes in platform management/algorithms. Write briefs/POVs on recommendations and/or impact of opportunities and changes.Create effective content for multiple platforms, websites, and social networks; on tight deadlines with high degree of accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional team members to brief, concept, create, review, and refine social content assets, ultimately growing pipelines of photos, graphics, videos, carousels, stories, polls, threads, and other content formats designed to engage with each of our audiences.Develop and maintain social media policies and practices; provide education and encourage adoption across the university.Serve as a social media consultant and quality controller for departments across the university.
- Effectively supervise, mentor, and coach direct reports/contributors and distributed social media content creators across the university.
Here is a link to a Total Compensation CalculatorDiversity and Equity:
- The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu
- The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
- The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, digital media, journalism, English or related field.7 years of social media management experience.Must have tactical knowledge of all relevant social media platforms, features, and industry best practices.Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.Must be proficient using social listening tools.Must have direct experience managing executive-level social media channels and providing. social media and other communications counsel to senior executives.Supervisory experience.
- 10+ years of social media management experience.3+ years supervisory experience.Direct experience in higher education.Experience working for a large, complex company or organization with multiple stakeholders.Experience working in a PR, creative, or digital agency.Video production experience (concepting, creating, and editing videos for social).Graphic design experience.
- Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion, including knowledge of current best practices in DEI trends and experiences in social media space.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong understanding of both organic and paid social media strategy.Understanding of social media best practices for thought leadership and executive visibility.Ability to authentically reflect the needs of specific audiences through social strategy and content storytelling.Knowledge of image and video editing software, analytics tools, and social listening and reporting tools.Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) best practices.Experience with technologies and best practices for community management, web design, web production, and creative design across multiple platforms.Experience working with copywriters, designers, photographers/videographers to produce assets optimized for social.Experience creating social-first creative campaigns.Excellent analytical and time-management skills and attention to detail.Experience managing social channels during times of crisis or issues management.Strong project management skills with ability to supervise multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.Discretion and confidentiality in addressing sensitive and high-profile issues affecting the university’s public image.
Job Category: Communication
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jan 17, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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