Communications Specialist - MCB & PVA

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 07/15/2026.

Position Summary:

With a consistent voice, the communications specialist supports the goals of the university''s central marketing

initiatives and development of unit social media. The Communications Specialist develops, writes and edits

content that strengthens the unit's identity and brand. This position coordinates the project administration of a

wide spectrum of unit marketing initiatives with primary focus on identity building, integrated marketing and

serving clients within the unit. Project administration may include planning and facilitating special events,

coordinating photo and video shoots and developing timelines.

This position requires exceptional promotional writing and editing skills, and knowledge of marketing

communications and techniques, a solid understanding of social media, strong organization and project

management skills, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with people.

Job Duties:

Campus (Internal) Communication (40%)

• Project management of printed materials including production, graphic design, copywriting, and

distribution.

• Maintain and update current College and departmental websites. Create or coordinate digital assets

such as video, images, and written content.

• Produce regular and special internal communications such as newsletters and student

communications, create and distribute posters for events, and manage digital message boards.

External Communication 35%)

• Develop, conceptualize, research, write, and edit promotional and task-based information for unit
• publications and web content within the strategic communication guidance from University

Advancement: ensuring a consistent university voice, tone, and messaging.

• Collaborate with UNC communications, graphic designers, and web developers.
• Manage social media accounts and editorial calendar for regular posting on blogs, Facebook, Twitter,

YouTube, LinkedIn, and others.

• Write, revise, or edit print or web content provided by campus and unit stakeholders and as needed by the University Advancement team.
• Work with the creative team to develop and write scripts for advertising, marketing, and storytelling

videos.

• Assist Enrollment Management with developing unit-specific messaging and marketing for

prospective students and parents.

Events (20%)

• Plan and coordinate photo and video shoots with university videographer and photographer.
• Produce print materials for events including event programs, invitations & RSVPs, posters,

advertisements, and others as needed to promote College events and programs.

• Schedule large meetings for the college/unit.
• Manage the college/unit calendar entries and updates.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

• Work with the Academic Affairs Communications Team to develop policies and procedures, align

efforts across units, and work as a team to advance Academic Affairs at UNC.

• Work with the college/unit ASC Team to accomplish/complete ASC duties in alignment with other

units, the Division of Academic Affairs, and UNC.

• Other duties as assigned by Dean and Associate Dean.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor''s degree required, preferably in performing or visual arts, marketing, communications, humanities or a related discipline. Master''s degree preferred.

Two years work experience in a communications-related field. Experience in the arts and higher education preferred.

Perform difficult, complex, timely and detailed clerical and administrative work with accuracy

Analyze situations accurately and take appropriate action

Identify problems and recommend sound solutions

Communicate effectively in English both written and spoken

Follow and give oral and written directions

Perform mathematical calculations with accuracy

Work independently with minimal supervision

Interpret, apply and initiate University and IM&T policies and procedures

Maintain a cooperative working relationship with others

Interact with the public in helpful, courteous and friendly manner

Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for a diverse population

Organize information accurately & quickly

Able to work with multiple interruptions

Special Considerations

• Modern office methods and practices including basic fiscal management
• Basic skill set in graphic design, creating marketing materials, photography, video and/or audio production, and website design/updating
• Personal computer software program including word processing, spreadsheet, workflow tools, electronic markup, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams