Communications and Marketing Coordinator

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QUALIFICATIONS

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• Bachelor's degree or appropriate certificate of training preferred.

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• Strong knowledge of AP Style and excellent writing, editing, proofreading and verbal communication skills that ensure grammatical accuracy.

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• Must have strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and editing software such as Canva or Adobe.

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• Willingness to learn new technology.

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• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

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• High level of confidentiality required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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• Experience capturing, producing and editing video content for social media, marketing campaigns, interviews, events and other communications purposes.

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• Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic marketing campaigns that increase awareness, engagement and participation, with the ability to use available data and analytics to inform strategy and measure results.

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• Experience managing social media platforms and using analytics to inform content and marketing strategies.

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• Demonstrated success with photography, photo editing, graphic design, and coordinating employee headshots.

Candidates may be asked to complete a writing assignment and social media analysis.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The person in this role will carry out a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced office that requires attention to detail, meeting deadlines, independence, flexibility, a positive attitude, and strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

1. Oversee and create content for social media. Use analytics to develop and execute strategic campaigns that increase awareness and engagement. Monitor social media comments and inquiries.

2. Write copy for press releases, social media, webpages and various marketing materials. Develop strong relationships on campus to identify and tell the Meridian story. Have strong attention to detail and ability to edit, proofread and write with accuracy.

3. Work with internal campus client partners to provide marketing direction, coordination and guidance to assist with fulfillment of projects, while ensuring deadlines and client requests are met. Approach your work with a strategic mindset for promoting Meridian and making marketing procedures more effective and innovative.

4. Create graphics for a variety of applications and kiosk content on campus.

5. Photograph and video events, students, employees and interviews for use across marketing and communications channels.

6. Assist with after-hours events as needed. Cross-train on other job functions within the marketing department, including supporting crisis communications efforts.

7. Stay at the forefront of the communications and marketing field by seeking professional development opportunities.

8. Maintain inventory and assist with marketing departmental ordering. Work with vendors, order equipment, and process invoices and registrations.

9. Utilize work time efficiently between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. and report any exceptions to the Executive Director. Abide by all policies and procedures adopted by the MTC Board of Education. Promote Meridian Technology Center, its programs and employees at every available opportunity.

10. Actively support and model MTC's Culture of Excellence by demonstrating a commitment to the Standards of Excellence, continuous improvement initiatives, collaboration, innovation, and delivering high-quality service to students, staff, and the community.

11. Live out Meridan Technology Center's Mission, Vision and Values in daily work and interactions. Uphold and model the values of:

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• Relationships - Act in the best interest of others

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• Excellence - Deliver superior services

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• Innovation - Integrate new ideas with courage

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• Integrity - Model honesty and trust in all we do

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• Empowerment - Provide the framework and resources to succeed

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• Impact - Commit to enrich each life we touch.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to occasionally lift items weighing as much as 40 pounds. This includes stocking and maintaining catalog displays and assisting with events.

Work Hours

Utilize work time efficiently between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. and report any exceptions to the Executive Director of Communications and Marketing. Assist with occasional after-hours events as needed.

Contract Length

12-month position

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

The Communications and Marketing Coordinator will be evaluated on the previously listed responsibilities to determine satisfactory compliance. These evaluations will determine salary increases and career advancement possibilities.

LOCATION

Main Campus, Stillwater, OK

FLSA CLASSIFICATION

Exempt

SALARY

Commensurate with experience.

AVAILABLE

Immediately

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Meridian Technology Center does not condone nor will it tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, age, or genetic information in its programs, services, activities and employment. The Title IX and 504 Coordinator is Jeremy Zweiacker. He can be reached at Meridian Technology Center, 1312 South Sangre Road, Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74074-1899, via phone at 405-377-7500 or electronic mail at titleix@meridiantech.edu.

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