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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Berks Office of Strategic Communications is seeking applicants for part-time job of Marketing/Communications Specialist.

The Marketing/Communications Specialist employs a variety of marketing, communications, and public relations strategies; researches and translates various forms of subject matter to produce content for fact sheets, brochures, articles, newsletters, digital signage, social media, and other internal or external communications; participates in the planning of marketing and/or communications strategy; creates, conceptualizes, edits, implements, and enhances communications and content including website, advertisements, articles, and social media.

Job Duties

Fact checking information submitted for news releases and other promotional materials (names, titles, contact info).
Enter news articles and supporting graphics into Penn State news database.
Maintain list of media contacts and send news releases.
Keep track of news of the college and other colleges in Berks.
Keep a log of all press coverage for monthly publicity emails.
Work to translate copy for promotional materials from Spanish to English.*
Maintain log of submitted projects and due dates.
Keep Crisis Communication Plan up to date with staffing changes.
Help maintain social media calendar and create posts.
Provide logistical support for photo shoots, video shoots, etc.

Requirements and Qualifications

Ability to translate materials from Spanish to English \

Schedule: 20 hours per week
Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $20.00 per hour.

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

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