Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

• Provide support for digital communication and promotional initiatives, including content creation and monitoring engagement with target audiences on social media, blog, website, e-newsletter and digital signage.
• Responsible for developing original library promotional videos and infographics.
• Create social media content, both written and photo/video, within brand, University and department guidelines and messaging.
• Manage existing and explore new social media accounts and platforms.
• Assist with other storytelling and promotional efforts by providing and creating digital content, including video creation, animated gifs and more.
• Assist with the creation of the Annual Report and other online publications, including LiBlog and Source.
• Create digital infographics.
• Create content for and update electronic signage.
• Explore digital exhibit possibilities and then assist Director of Library Communications with implementation.
• Perform related duties based on departmental needs.

1. Create content for distribution across multiple channels, including websites, marketing collateral and social media.
2. Review, copyedit, approve, and publish digital content.
3. Enforce the university’s web style guide, and advocate for the CMS.
4. Serve as a resource for standards, best practices and guidelines around brand, visual identity, information architecture, content, and accessibility. Assist with strategies for keeping content fresh and dynamic.
5. Work closely with university’s technical support team to ensure accessibility, functionality and performance of university’s digital platforms, specifically ensuring compliance with sections 504 and 508 of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
6. Centralized positions may act as the liaison between the central Digital Communications team and positions with decentralized responsibility for editing web pages. May coordinate the university’s digital editorial calendar.
7. May manage the university’s selected content management system.
8. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
• Entry level

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including with people from various backgrounds and cultures
• Ability to work well in a team environment and across departments
• Ability to master digital tools and platforms used for content creation and publication
• Ability to work effectively with visual content
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent multitasking skills
• Highly developed attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Photography and videography skills
• Knowledge of user experience design, social media, social media management and web management tools with an understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.
• Adobe Creative Suite – Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and After Effects.

N/A

Known needed equipment & software:

• Laptop, docking station and monitor – same specs as Director of Library Communication
• Chair
• Tri-pod
• Video camera (will ask new hire to make recommendations)
• Full Adobe Suite

• Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.
• 3 References will be checked during final stages.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range of $45,000 - $50,000 annually dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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